The First Social Media Platforms (1990s)

The first social media platforms emerged in the 1990s, laying the foundation for modern social media:

• Theglobe.com: Launched in 1995, Theglobe.com was one of the first social networking sites. Users could create personal homepages, chat with friends, and share content. The site allowed users to:
  • Create personal homepages with HTML, graphics, and music
  • Chat with friends using instant messaging
  • Share content, such as articles, photos, and videos
  • Participate in online communities, like forums and discussion boards