Internet usage and access
- According to official sources, internet penetration in Vietnam was at 26% in 2009. Internet penetration in Vietnam is similar to countries like China, Philippines and Thailand. However, Vietnam has seen a more rapid growth of the internet over the last few years than most other countries in the region.
- In urban Vietnam, about 50% of the population have used the internet already. Usage is higher in Hanoi and HCMC.
- Two-thirds of internet users access the internet every day, with users spending about 2 hours and 20 minutes on the internet on weekdays, and slightly less on weekends.
- The internet is usually accessed from home (75%) or work (28%).