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Learn More →Gen Alpha Digital Habits 2026
Video, Gaming, and Early Tech Access Are Shaping Digital Behaviors
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Table of Contents
Executive Summary
Gen Alpha’s foundational digital behaviors are established
YouTube is Gen Alpha’s primary digital platform, although platform viewing habits evolve with age
Gen Alpha is entering an increasingly fragmented social media environment
Gen Alpha sees gaming as an alternative to social media
Recommendations for brands
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About This Report
Gen Alpha’s digital world is built around YouTube, gaming, and creator-led content. This report examines how early immersion, platform controls, and shifting norms are reshaping engagement as the cohort approaches adolescence.
Table of Contents
Executive Summary
Gen Alpha’s foundational digital behaviors are established
YouTube is Gen Alpha’s primary digital platform, although platform viewing habits evolve with age
Gen Alpha is entering an increasingly fragmented social media environment
Gen Alpha sees gaming as an alternative to social media
Recommendations for brands
Sources
Media Gallery
Gen Alpha’s digital world is video-first, creator-driven, and game-based. Learn how early device access, social media limits, and immersive platforms are shaping the next generation of digital consumers.
Key Question: What will Gen Alpha’s digital habits be in 2026?
Key Stat: In 2026, 22.0% of Gen Alphas will use social media versus 10.9% of Gen Zers when they were around the same age.
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authors
Paola Flores-Marquez
Contributors
- Oscar Bruce Jr.
- Director, Forecasting
- Suzy Davidkhanian
- VP, Content
- Madan Kumar
- Copy Editor
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- Director, Data Visualization
- Jennifer Pearson
- VP, Research
- Natalia Ramirez
- Heather Sprung
- Senior Editor
- Johann Valderrama
- Chart Editor
- Jherr Daven Velasco
- Researcher
- Max Willens
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