Internet usage in Czechia - statistics & facts
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The digital landscape of Czechia has undergone a remarkable transformation. In February 1992, on the premises of the Czech Technical University in Prague, the ceremonial connection of Czechia (then Czechoslovakia) to the internet took place. Although a luxury for most people initially, the internet spread to most Czech households over the following decades. This rapid adoption of technology has changed how people communicate and access information and reshaped the nation's economic and social dynamics.
Internet usage in Czechia is expected to grow, with increasing mobile connectivity and expanding digital infrastructure. By 2029, The number of internet users is expected to reach nearly 9.6 million.
Internet landscape in Czechia
In 2024, internet use was most common in the age groups of 25 to 34-year-olds and 16 to 24-year-olds. The share decreased with increasing age. Even though more internet users are male, the gender gap in this area has diminished since 2010. Google Chrome was the most used web browser among the platforms. Google also dominated the search engine market, although some Czechs still preferred their native Seznam. The share of enterprises using the internet has not changed much over recent years as the figure is already high. The overall number of internet users is forecast to rise further.The rise of mobile internet
Mobile internet usage increased significantly in Czechia over the past decade, from 13.1 percent in 2012 to 85.6 percent in 2024. Although more people use Wi-Fi than mobile data to connect to the internet, mobile data traffic has increased tremendously over the past few years. This can be attributed mainly to the growing data packages available with affordable subscriptions, as reflected by the rising monthly mobile data usage per SIM card.The average daily time spent on social media has decreased
Eighty percent of people used internet on daily basis or almost daily in 2024, while only 8.5 percent of people stated that they have never used it. People use the internet for communication and social media, while many also shop online, manage their finances through Internet banking, or relax by watching videos or playing games. The share of people with social media account has been growing and average daily time spent slightly decreased to 144 minutes. With advancing technology, adopting smart home solutions in households has been more common. These technologies are primarily utilized for security and energy management, offering greater convenience and efficiency.Internet usage in Czechia is expected to grow, with increasing mobile connectivity and expanding digital infrastructure. By 2029, The number of internet users is expected to reach nearly 9.6 million.
