The most downloaded apps in August include a surprising newcomer

GPT has entered the Chat: OpenAI’s ChatGPT app broke the top ten last month.

Also, Threads continues its rise, claiming the second spot in the iOS App Store and 6th overall.

The top five remain familiar: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, WhatsApp, and Temu.

Instagram and WhatsApp grew, and TikTok saw a slight dip in downloads, while Facebook and Temu held steady.

Rounding out the top ten are Telegram Messenger, CapCut, and Snapchat.

The biggest takeaways? Chatbot apps for mobile are becoming more popular. And with Threads climbing, you may want to consider building a presence there, if you’re not already.

As for the top five? Keep doing what you’re doing.

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