What websites do Bangladeshi people visit most? The answer may surprise you.
Some results are expected. Everyone uses Google and Facebook. But other websites on this list will shock you.
In this article, you will discover the most popular websites in Bangladesh. We will show traffic numbers. We will explain why people visit these sites. And we will reveal the surprising entries.
How We Measured Website Traffic
We used data from multiple sources. These include Alexa rankings, SimilarWeb statistics, and Google Trends data for Bangladesh.
The numbers show monthly visitors from Bangladesh. Some websites serve the whole world. Others target only Bangladeshi users.
Let us begin with the list.
The Top Websites Bangladeshis Visit
1. Google.com
No surprise here. Google is number one.
Monthly visitors from Bangladesh: Over 50 million
Why people visit:
- Search for information
- Check Gmail
- Use Google Maps
- Access Google Drive
- Watch YouTube (owned by Google)
Google processes millions of Bangla searches every day. Students search for study materials. Workers search for job information. Everyone searches for something.
The surprising part: Many people in Bangladesh still type “facebook.com” into Google search instead of the address bar.
2. Facebook.com
Facebook is massive in Bangladesh. It is more than social media. It is a marketplace, news source, and entertainment platform.
Monthly visitors from Bangladesh: Over 45 million
Why it dominates:
- Connect with friends and family
- Buy and sell products
- Follow news pages
- Watch videos
- Join community groups
- Run businesses
The shocking truth: Many Bangladeshis think Facebook IS the internet. They do not know the difference between Facebook and the World Wide Web.
Some people only access Facebook through their phones. They never use computers. Free Basics from mobile operators made Facebook accessible to poor people.
3. YouTube.com
YouTube is the second biggest search engine in the world. In Bangladesh, it is huge.
Monthly visitors from Bangladesh: Over 40 million
What people watch:
- Bangla music videos
- Movie clips and trailers
- How-to tutorials
- Religious content
- Cricket highlights
- Cooking shows
- Comedy videos
Surprising fact: Many Bangladeshi YouTubers now earn lakhs of taka monthly. Young people see YouTube as a career option. Students watch more YouTube than TV.
4. Prothomalo.com
Prothom Alo newspaper has the most visited news website in Bangladesh.
Monthly visitors: Over 15 million
Why it leads:
- Breaking news updates
- Easy Bangla language
- Mobile-friendly design
- Social media integration
- Multimedia content
Interesting pattern: Traffic spikes during cricket matches and political events. People refresh the page constantly for updates.
5. Bdjobs.com
This one surprises many foreigners. A job website in the top 10?
Monthly visitors: Over 12 million
Why it ranks so high:
- Unemployment is a big problem
- Students check daily for opportunities
- Companies post thousands of jobs
- CV building tools
- Career advice section
The reality: Many Bangladeshi users visit bdjobs.com multiple times daily. Job hunting is a full-time activity for millions.
6. Wikipedia.org
Wikipedia serves as the main encyclopedia for Bangla speakers.
Monthly visitors: Over 10 million
Why students love it:
- Free information on everything
- Available in Bangla
- No registration needed
- Works on slow internet
- Helpful for homework
Teacher frustration: Students copy Wikipedia directly without understanding. But at least they are reading something.
7. Daraz.com.bd
Daraz is the largest e-commerce site in Bangladesh. Alibaba owns it.
Monthly visitors: Over 8 million
Why it grew fast:
- Wide product selection
- Cash on delivery option
- Regular sales and discounts
- Mobile app is easy to use
- Customer reviews help decisions
Surprising trend: People browse Daraz like entertainment. They add items to cart but never buy. Window shopping moved online.
8. Bikroy.com
Bikroy is the Bangladeshi version of Craigslist. People buy and sell used items.
Monthly visitors: Over 7 million
What people trade:
- Mobile phones
- Laptops and computers
- Motorcycles and cars
- Apartments and houses
- Job postings
- Services
Cultural note: Bargaining is part of Bangladeshi culture. Bikroy users negotiate prices heavily through chat.
9. XNXX.com (Adult Content)
Here is the shocking entry. An adult website ranks in the top 10.
Estimated monthly visitors: Over 6 million (official data unavailable)
Why this matters:
- Adult content consumption is hidden but huge
- Young men are primary visitors
- Mobile internet made it easier to access
- Society does not discuss this openly
The uncomfortable truth: Adult websites get more traffic than educational websites in Bangladesh. This reflects social issues around relationships and marriage age.
Many young people access these sites secretly. Society pretends this does not happen.
10. Bangladesh Government Portal (bangladesh.gov.bd)
The official government website serves millions monthly.
Monthly visitors: Over 5 million
Why people visit:
- Apply for passports
- Check exam results
- Download forms
- Read government announcements
- Access citizen services
Frustrating reality: The website is often slow. Services crash during peak times. But people have no choice. They must use it for official work.
Other Surprising Websites in Top 20
WhatsApp Web
WhatsApp dominates messaging. Millions use the web version at work.
IMDb.com
Bangladeshis love movies. They check IMDb for ratings before watching anything.
Reddit.com
Growing among educated youth. Still small but increasing fast.
Netflix.com
Expensive for most people. But urban middle class subscribes. Many share accounts.
Alibaba.com
Small business owners source products from China. They visit Alibaba daily.
AliExpress.com
Direct shopping from China became popular. Cheaper than local stores.
Pornhub.com (Adult Content)
Another adult site in top rankings. Confirms the pattern.
Cricbuzz.com
Cricket is religion in Bangladesh. Cricbuzz provides live scores and commentary.
What These Rankings Tell Us
The website list reveals important truths about Bangladesh.
Education needs improvement: Adult websites rank higher than educational platforms. Young people lack proper guidance.
Job market struggles: Job websites get massive traffic. Unemployment affects millions.
Mobile internet changed everything: Most people access internet through phones. Desktop usage is rare.
E-commerce is growing: Online shopping increased during COVID. The trend continues.
Entertainment matters: YouTube, Facebook, and streaming sites dominate. People want escape from daily stress.
Information access improved: Wikipedia and news sites rank high. People want to learn and stay informed.
Websites Bangladeshis Should Visit More
Some useful websites get low traffic. These deserve more attention:
Khan Academy: Free education in many subjects
Coursera: Online courses from top universities
Duolingo: Learn English and other languages free
Stack Overflow: Programming help for developers
Medium: Quality articles on many topics
Goodreads: Track your reading and find book recommendations
These sites could improve skills and knowledge. But entertainment wins over education.
The Future of Internet in Bangladesh
Internet usage will grow. More villages will get connections. Older people will come online.
Expected changes:
- More Bangla content creation
- Local streaming services
- Better e-commerce platforms
- Digital payment adoption
- Remote work opportunities
- Online education growth
Challenges ahead:
- Fake news spreads fast on Facebook
- Privacy concerns increasing
- Cybercrime growing
- Internet addiction among youth
- Quality content remains scarce
Bangladesh needs digital literacy programs. People must learn to use internet wisely.
Final Thoughts
The most visited websites show what Bangladeshis care about. Jobs, entertainment, news, and shopping dominate.
Some entries shock us. Adult content ranks surprisingly high. This reflects social problems we avoid discussing.
The good news? Access to information improved dramatically. A student in a village can now learn anything online.
But we must guide young people better. Internet is powerful. It can educate or corrupt. The choice depends on how we use it.
What websites do you visit most? Are you part of these statistics? Think about your internet habits. Make sure you use online time wisely.
The internet is not going anywhere. It will only grow bigger. Let us make sure it helps Bangladesh progress.
