About Meta
Meta Platforms Inc., formerly Facebook Inc., is one of the world's largest technology companies, building the future of social connection. Founded in 2004 by Mark Zuckerberg in his Harvard dorm room, Meta has grown into a global technology powerhouse with billions of daily active users.
Family of Apps
Meta's app ecosystem includes Facebook (the world's largest social network with over 3 billion monthly users), Instagram (leading photo and video sharing), WhatsApp and Messenger (global messaging platforms with end-to-end encryption), and Threads.
Metaverse & Reality Labs
Meta is investing heavily in the metaverse through Reality Labs, developing virtual and augmented reality technologies including the Quest VR headsets, Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses, and Horizon Worlds social platform.
Advertising Platform
Meta generates the vast majority of its revenue through digital advertising, offering one of the most sophisticated ad platforms in the world. The company's AI-powered ad targeting and measurement tools serve millions of businesses globally.
Leadership
Headquartered in Menlo Park, California, Meta employs over 70,000 people worldwide. Founder Mark Zuckerberg continues to serve as Chairman and CEO, setting the company's vision for the future of human connection and the metaverse. The company reported $134.9 billion in revenue in 2023.