Friendster

Friendster was an early social networking website launched in 2002 that allowed users to create profiles, connect with friends, and share updates. It served as a platform for social interaction, helping people stay in touch and discover new connections. At its peak, Friendster was popular globally, especially in Asia, but it struggled to keep up with newer platforms like Facebook. By 2011, it shifted focus from social networking to social gaming and entertainment, eventually shutting down in 2018. Friendster played a significant role in shaping the development of social media, paving the way for many platforms that followed.