Internet usage in Romania - statistics & facts
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Romania witnessed a remarkable surge in internet usage in January 2024, with users reaching a staggering 18 million, signifying a notable increase of approximately 240,000 from the previous year. Furthermore, the time spent online also increased; a third of the urban population and 65 percent of young unmarried adults spent over four hours online daily. By June 2024, the need for digital content boosted the average daily broadband internet traffic per capita to reach 2.9 gigabytes.
The rapid adoption of 5G technology is particularly noteworthy, with over 2.8 million active 5G mobile connections recorded by mid-2024. This signifies the readiness of Romanian telecommunications providers to deploy cutting-edge infrastructure to meet consumer needs. Alongside expanding network capabilities, the average daily mobile internet traffic per person has grown, reaching around 412 megabytes. This surge in data consumption reflects Romanian mobile users' evolving habits and preferences.
However, one of the highest threats to Romanians on the internet remains disinformation and fake news. In January 2024, approximately half of Romanians expressed concern about what is real vs. what is fake on the internet. This highlights that with technological advances come new threats to society, which have a huge impact on politics and our future.
Consumers are embracing the 5G technology
In recent years, Romania has experienced a significant surge in mobile internet usage, driven by technological advancements and increased accessibility. Mobile connectivity has become increasingly pervasive throughout the country, with an internet penetration rate expected to reach over 93 percent in 2025 and projected to reach 98 percent by 2029. One notable trend in mobile internet usage is the steady decline in the share of 2G and 3G connections since 2017. This decline was balanced by a remarkable rise in the adoption of 4G and 5G technologies. As of June 2024, 4G and 5G connections constituted 84 percent of all mobile internet connections.The rapid adoption of 5G technology is particularly noteworthy, with over 2.8 million active 5G mobile connections recorded by mid-2024. This signifies the readiness of Romanian telecommunications providers to deploy cutting-edge infrastructure to meet consumer needs. Alongside expanding network capabilities, the average daily mobile internet traffic per person has grown, reaching around 412 megabytes. This surge in data consumption reflects Romanian mobile users' evolving habits and preferences.
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity threats in Romania reached alarming levels in 2023, with phishing attacks spiking dramatically in April. The country experienced 39,615 phishing incidents that month alone, accounting for half of all such attacks throughout the year. This surge highlights the growing sophistication and frequency of cyber threats targeting Romanian internet users. While phishing attacks fluctuated throughout 2023, other forms of cybercrime remained persistent - Trojan.AgentACBD emerged as the most prevalent malware, with 46,720 registered attack alerts. The Directorate for Investigating Organized Crime and Terrorism in Romania closed 1,994 cybercrime cases in 2024. However, the number of pending cases increased by 13.2 percent compared to the previous year, indicating the ongoing challenge in combating digital crimes.However, one of the highest threats to Romanians on the internet remains disinformation and fake news. In January 2024, approximately half of Romanians expressed concern about what is real vs. what is fake on the internet. This highlights that with technological advances come new threats to society, which have a huge impact on politics and our future.
