The popular Q&A platform, launched in 2010, announces its official shutdown by the end of the year.
The well-known anonymous Q&A service, Ask.fm, has officially announced its shutdown scheduled for December 1, 2024. Founded in Latvia in 2010 as an alternative to similar platforms, Ask.fm once reached a peak of 180 million registered users. However, over time, the platform experienced a steep decline in participation, leading its management to the challenging decision to end the service.
The choice to discontinue the service reflects the evolving social media landscape and modern user expectations. “Unfortunately, our ‘Ask and Answer’ platform no longer meets current needs,” states the official release. This acknowledgment highlights the shift in user preferences, which now lean towards platforms offering more dynamic interactions.
Since October 24, Ask.fm has stopped allowing new users to register, and functions will be progressively disabled until the final shutdown. Additionally, the platform has assured users about managing their personal data: all information will be deleted, although a complete removal may take up to 90 days.
Ask.fm‘s managers concluded their message with thanks to everyone who participated, showing curiosity and honesty in their answers. “Thank you to all who had the curiosity to ask and the courage to give sincere answers.”
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