Ten Years In: Bigo Live Hits 700 Million Users and Scores App Store Features
Over the past decade, livestreaming has shifted from a niche internet oddity to a daily habit for hundreds of millions of people. Bigo Live, which launched in March 2016, is now marking its 10th anniversary with a run of featured placements across several major app stores, including Apple’s App Store, Google Play, Samsung’s Galaxy Store, and RuStore. The platform’s user base also surpassed 700 million globally earlier this year, according to data from Sensor Tower.
App Store Recognition Goes Beyond a One‑Off Push
Bigo Live didn’t just land a single promotional slot. In several key markets, the platform has been repeatedly featured by leading app distribution platforms such as the App Store and Google Play. That kind of sustained visibility suggests continued recognition of its content ecosystem and community experience.
The scale of its user base not only reinforces Bigo Live’s competitive position in the global livestreaming space but also supports its continued visibility across major app marketplaces.
What’s Next?
Looking ahead, as demand for real‑time, interactive social experiences continues to grow, Bigo Live plans to further invest in its content ecosystem and community‑building capabilities. By leveraging high‑quality live content and interactive features, the platform aims to bring communities closer together, strengthening its position as a platform for real‑time expression and global connection.
About the Platform
Bigo Live is one of the world’s fastest‑growing livestreaming social communities where users broadcast in real time to share life moments, showcase their talents, and interact with people from around the world. It has more than 700 million users in over 150 countries and is owned by BIGO Technology, which is based in Singapore.
Author’s note: I used to use BigoLive actively, before using other portrait‑style reel‑type social media services.
