There are loads of different ways people use Facebook, and, according to a new study from Brigham Young University, all the people using the site can be neatly placed into four types.
Relationship Builder
Those who belong to the relationship builder group consider Facebook as an extension of their real life. They see it as a way to fortify their real life relations with friends and family.
Selfie Experts
The people in this group think that Facebook is just a platform for self-promotions. Similar to the relationship builders, they are also posting personal stuffs like pictures, statuses, and videos. Nevertheless, unlike the relationship builders, this type of FB users simply want to bring attention to themselves. They are more apprehensive of getting more likes or comments than keeping in touch with loved ones.
Window Shoppers
The people who belong to this type are only using Facebook to observe and watch. They go through people’s profiles to obtain all the information they can as well as to look for old photos or details about those people. They barely post personal details, but they are aware of all the information about the people they are following.
Town Crier
The ones who belong in this group do not consider Facebook as a platform to connect with their loved ones. The people in this type are more likely to share links of news stories or big broadcast events. To them, Facebook helps them share information to other people.