Curiosities of Internet users in Mexico
According to a study conducted by the AMPICI Mexican Internet Association, Mexicans spend more time using the Internet every day, these are the most curious facts about the use that Mexicans give to the web…
Where’s the party?
Friday is the day when Mexicans connect the most.
So they don’t bother me…
71% of Mexicans prefer to be at home to connect to the Internet.
I’m too busy resting…
Sunday is the day when they connect the least.
What do they use it for?
Accessing social networks is already the main online activity, ahead of sending/receiving e-mails and downloading music.
Within professional use, sending/receiving e-mails, searching for information or sending documents stand out, followed by:
20% shopping online
19% do banking transactions
13% search for jobs on the web
And in case you are interested…
-9% of Mexicans visit adult sites
-6% are looking for a partner
Online sales
Three out of four online sales occur through a PC/Laptop.
Most businesses have their own online store.
Debit/credit cards and PayPal are the most offered payment methods.
What bothers them?
83% of Mexicans are annoyed because the connection is slow.
And while we’re here…
Social networks
-9 out of 10 Internet users access social networks
-6% canceled their social networks because it caused them personal problems
-6% did so because it bored them
-26% do not use these sites for fear of getting hooked
