Internet Users: Uruguay

Analysis# Uruguay Internet Users Uruguay has achieved 91.991% internet penetration as of 2024, matching its all-time peak and representing a dramatic transformation from near-zero connectivity in 1990. Over three decades, the country moved from complete digital absence to near-universal access, fundamentally reshaping its technological infrastructure and population connectivity. The acceleration became most pronounced after 2015, when internet users comprised only 64.571% of the population. Between 2015 and 2024, Uruguay added 27.42 percentage points of coverage—nearly half its total gain. The progression remained consistent year-over-year, climbing from 80.727% in 2018 to 90.926% in 2023. With penetration now exceeding 91%, Uruguay approaches saturation, suggesting growth will likely plateau as remaining gaps reflect access barriers rather than adoption lag.