State STATISTICAL Office

STATISTICAL RELEASE : 03.3.2026.1

Usage of information and communication technologies in households and by individuals, 2026

In the first quarter of 2026, 93.7% of the total population aged 15-74 used the Internet

In the first quarter of 2026, 91.2% of households had access to the Internet at home. 


In the same quarter, 81.2% of the total population aged 15-74 used the Internet several times during the day.

81.2% of people have ordered/bought goods or services over the Internet in the last 12 months. 

Key takeaway

In 2026, usage of ICT in households and by individuals:

  • The highest share of 93.5% was in the telephoning over the internet / video calls (via webcam) over the internet (using applications, e.g. Skype, Facetime, Messenger, WhatsApp, Viber, Snapchat)
  • The highest share of 88.4% was in the using instant messaging, i.e. exchanging messages, for example, via Skype, Messenger, WhatsApp, Viber

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Contact

Aida Jakupi
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Email: aida.jakupi@stat.gov.mk

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