TikTok and Douyin still the world’s most downloaded non-game apps but growth has slowed

By Coco Feng

TikTok and its Chinese version Douyin retained No 1 spot in global downloads in April with 59 million installs. The apps’ global monthly installs have fallen from the peak in 2020 amid political headwinds in the US and India. — SCMP

TikTok retained its crown as the world’s most downloaded non-game app in April with 59 million installs, around half of the 107 million downloads it registered a year ago, according to mobile market analytics firm Sensor Tower.

The figures include the short video app TikTok and its Chinese sibling Douyin, both owned by Beijing-based ByteDance.

Unlock 30% Savings on Ad-Free Access Now!

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month
RM9.73 only

Subscribe

Billed as RM9.73 for the 1st month then RM13.90 thereafters.

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month
RM8.63/month

Subscribe

Billed as RM103.60 for the 1st year then RM148 thereafters.

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only

Subscribe
Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.

Related stories:
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Others Also Read

HONOR tablets top Malaysian market for 12 consecutive months
STARPICKS

HONOR tablets top Malaysian market for 12 consecutive months

Tennis-Djokovic still undecided on next year's French Open after semi-final defeat
Tennis57m ago

Tennis-Djokovic still undecided on next year's French Open after semi-final defeat

Tennis-Ruthless Sinner downs Djokovic to reach maiden French Open final
Tennis1h ago

Tennis-Ruthless Sinner downs Djokovic to reach maiden French Open final

Soccer-Tottenham sack Postecoglou, two weeks after Europa League glory
Football6h ago

Soccer-Tottenham sack Postecoglou, two weeks after Europa League glory

Rare potential, untapped wealth
Short Position6h ago

Rare potential, untapped wealth

Traffic still heavy on major highways as vehicles exit Klang Valley for Aidiladha
Nation6h ago

Traffic still heavy on major highways as vehicles exit Klang Valley for Aidiladha

MCMC: User privacy not affected by govt collection of mobile phone data
Nation7h ago

MCMC: User privacy not affected by govt collection of mobile phone data

Asean Chair arrives: Malaysian PM to mediate Thai-border dispute
Thailand8h ago

Asean Chair arrives: Malaysian PM to mediate Thai-border dispute

Policeman killed in motorcycle accident on NSE near Kuala Kangsar
Nation8h ago

Policeman killed in motorcycle accident on NSE near Kuala Kangsar

Vietnam bride gifted lavish dowry of 100 civet cats worth US$70,000 to generate future income
Vietnam8h ago

Vietnam bride gifted lavish dowry of 100 civet cats worth US$70,000 to generate future income

Underground blast near sewer startles public in Bukit Minyak, Penang
Nation8h ago

Underground blast near sewer startles public in Bukit Minyak, Penang

Engineer loses over RM1.5mil to online investment scam
Nation9h ago

Engineer loses over RM1.5mil to online investment scam

Load more

Copyright © 1995- 2025 Star Media Group Berhad [197101000523 (10894-D)]

Best viewed on Chrome browsers.

All Headlines:

Want to listen to full audio?

Unlock unlimited access to enjoy personalise features on the TheStar.com.my

Already a member? Log In