Facebook

Facebook is a leading social media platform founded in 2004 by Mark Zuckerberg and his college roommates at Harvard University. Originally created as a social networking site for college students, it has since evolved into a global platform connecting billions of users. The company behind Facebook, Facebook, Inc., rebranded to Meta Platforms, Inc. in 2021, reflecting its focus on building the metaverse and expanding its technology offerings beyond social media. Headquartered in Menlo Park, California, Meta continues to innovate and expand its services, including Instagram and WhatsApp, under its umbrella.