CST Issues Saudi Internet Report 2024

The Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) has issued the Saudi Internet Report 2024, presenting key verified figures on the internet ecosystem and usage in the Kingdom and progress in internet service quality based on the latest statistics. The report aims to elevate the quality of digital services, empower investors and entrepreneurs, and contribute to building a prosperous digital economy.
 The report highlights several indicators and data points related to user behavior and preferences in browsing the internet in the Kingdom during 2024. It revealed that internet penetration in Saudi Arabia has reached 99%. The peak daily usage hours were recorded between 9:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., with Saturday identified as one of the highest internet usage days of the week. The percentage of internet use via mobile phones reached 99.4%, surpassing all other device types.
 The report also analyzed user behavior in e-commerce and application usage across various categories, showing that 93.1% of online purchases were made through local websites. It further indicated that 21.5% of internet users in the Kingdom utilize various artificial intelligence tools and applications.
 The report revealed detailed insights into Saudi Arabia’s performance in internet-related indicators globally. The average monthly mobile data consumption per user reached 48 GB, three times the global average. The annual growth in Saudi domain names reached 25%, eight times the global average. Additionally, the Kingdom ranked among the top five G20 countries in mobile internet speeds, reflecting the advancement and development of its digital infrastructure and contributing to broader internet penetration and service accessibility.