discuss Using Social Media on Phone Vs. Computer

[Yama]

I have been using social media long before I started using a smartphone. I still use social media on my computer. In fact when it comes to sharing content, I find it comfortable to do it through computer. I use my phone for social media only for browsing or engaging with posted content. I use some social sites through browsers and some through desktop client. I even use messaging apps like Discord, Telegram, Whatsapp on my computer.

 

[Cpvr]

I use social media on my phone a lot as I find it easier to navigate and to move around, but there are many apps that make social media marketing a lot better.

Tweetdeck was one of my favorite desktop apps years ago, but I haven’t used it on my mobile phone. It’s also easier to read longer forms of text on the desktop than mobile.

 

[ActionAce]

I use my phone for social media only for browsing or engaging with posted content

I am completely with you! The smartphone has made it very easy to log into social media even while on the go, but I still tend to prefer using some aspects on my computer. Sharing things, writing longer posts, even having virtual discussions is easier and more comfortable for me with a larger screen. And I can also multitask better on my computer.

 

[Shawn]

I primarily use my phone for social media. FB, IG, X, etc.

I do like the Met Business app on both my phone and Desktop computer, though.

 

[Harsh World]

When (I emphasize when as it's not often) I use social media, it's on my phone, and it's capped to just seeing important stuff for 5-10 minutes out of my day.

As far as Page management goes, it's probably about the same. I will hop on, view analytics, make a post, and get off.

I do not like social media because there's nothing social about it.

 

[Shawn]

When (I emphasize when as it's not often) I use social media, it's on my phone, and it's capped to just seeing important stuff for 5-10 minutes out of my day.

As far as Page management goes, it's probably about the same. I will hop on, view analytics, make a post, and get off.

I do not like social media because there's nothing social about it.

I only really use it to post on and promote my brand.

I rarely use it for personal satisfaction. I'd rather use a forum

 

[lens]

I have devices for different social media activities. For instance, I use my phone to access Instagram and TikTok. I use my laptop to access Twitter and LinkedIn for more intense discussions and longer content. It's all about choosing the right tool for the job.

 

[Starmix25]

I use my phone once manage wroth social mmedia.it is easier for me to navigate. I use my computer mostly for my side hustles online.

 

[Shortie]

When I first started using social media, I always used it on PC as back then, we never really had the ability to use social media like we can now on phones.

Now that most social media platforms work great on phone, I find that I use social media a lot more on my phone over my PC. I will occasionally scroll social media on my PC but I find it better to scroll on my phone throughout the day when I have time.

 

[Starmix25]

I seldom use my laptop for social media check. I am always using my phone. It is easy and handy. People of all sorts keep ganging in their phones for a soc med site .

 

[Zani]

I make use of social media sites on smartphones. I feel awkward when I open Facebook, for example, on my laptop because I can't chat effectively with my friends there, unlike if I am using it on the phone.

 

[Reelz]

I've always preferred to use the social media on my phone as it comes handy. It gives me the convenience to promote my work on the go since I use social media primarily for marketing purposes.

 

[Cpvr]

I've always preferred to use the social media on my phone as it comes handy. It gives me the convenience to promote my work on the go since I use social media primarily for marketing purposes.

I’d say social media is more designed for phone users than desktop users as well. It’s a lot easier to navigate on the phone than the desktop.

It’s also easier to post quick and leave the app.

 

[Maina]

A lot of social media are not even built for a Web browser, I use it on phone
.

 

[Oshawott]

I think social media is best when its viewed in mobile.

Besides, people these days use social media when they are somewhere waiting for something and someone and wants to spend time by doing something. In this instance, I think social media is better off in mobile phone.

But there seems to be a problem with it, mobile phone addiction

 

[Zani]

But there seems to be a problem with it, mobile phone addiction

Mobile phone addiction is a plus for social media platforms. They want users to be around, and I guess they would want more people to spend more time using their mobile devices.

 

[Cpvr]

I think social media is best when its viewed in mobile.

Besides, people these days use social media when they are somewhere waiting for something and someone and wants to spend time by doing something. In this instance, I think social media is better off in mobile phone.

But there seems to be a problem with it, mobile phone addiction

There's also a lot more people using their mobile devices these days rather than their desktop.

Especially according to these numbers: https://www.go-globe.com/mobile-vs-desktop-usage-trends-across-the-globe

Mobile Dominance in the Digital Era​

The rise of smartphones and tablets has changed how people access the internet. In 2024 and 2025, this trend continues, with mobile devices becoming the main way most people interact online. In 2024, mobile devices make up about 58.7% of global website traffic, while desktop computers account for 41.3%¹. This gap is expected to widen in 2025, with mobile traffic projected to reach 60.9%.

Regional Variations

The global trend favours mobile, but usage patterns differ by region:

• Asia and Africa: Mobile usage is intense, with some countries seeing over 70% of web traffic from mobile devices.
• North America and Europe: These regions show a balanced distribution, but mobile still leads at around 55% of web traffic¹.
• Oceania: Here, desktop usage is slightly higher than mobile in 2024, but this gap is expected to close by

It seems like that desktop traffic is slowly dying in terms of traffic across the globe, where mobile traffic is dominate, even on social media.

it might even be higher now:

https://research.com/software/mobile-vs-desktop-usage

Engagement​

Desktop users tend to interact with more content in a single session, typically keeping four to seven tabs or pages open, whereas mobile users average around three (SemRush, 2023). This suggests that desktop browsing encourages multitasking and in-depth engagement, while mobile users may focus on quicker, more immediate searches. Regional preferences also play a role in engagement trends.

In a study from Datareportal (2025), computers remain the preferred choice for internet access in many European countries, with 75.5% of users relying on laptops or desktops, compared to 72.7% in the U.S. In contrast, fewer than half of internet users in India access the web via computers, and usage is even lower across Southeast Asia. However, in South Africa, 79.1% of users report using computers for at least some online activities, highlighting geographic variations in browsing habits.

 

[NatureFreak]

I mainly access social media platforms on my phone. My computer is actually for the more important things