The deep web is a vast and mysterious space, especially considering its 500 times larger than the surface web you use on a day-to-day basis.
Here are a few deep darknet stats to explain just how large the deep web market really is.
General Deep Darknet Stats and Facts 2023
- The dark web accounts for almost 50% of the internet.
- The most popular dark web browser is Tor, with over 2 million active users each year.
- The deep web is believed to be roughly 7,500 TB in size.
- Bitcoin is the most popular form of currency on the dark web.
- Before it was shut down in 2013, Silk Road made over $1 billion.
- Illegal drugs have the most number of listing on the dark web. They account for 48% of all sales.
- 95% of the deep web is accessible without a fee or subscription.
Financial Facts about the Deep Web 2023
- Credit card information can sell for around $9 on the darknet.
- Users charge around $65 to hack into someone’s Facebook account.
- On average, it costs just $120 for a hacker to steal your bank login information.
Deep Web and Darknet Crime Stats 2023
- Only 1% of listings on the darknet are for guns and firearms, although 84% of those products are pistols.
- It is believed that there are more than 53,000 extremist groups on the deep web.
- 6.3% of dark web activity is related to phishing, malware, and scams.
- Fraudulent and counterfeit items account for 17% of the darknet marketplace.
- Over 26 million business credentials for Fortune 500 companies are available on the dark web.
Deep Darknet Stats about Users 2023
- The highest population of dark web users is based in India.
- Australia and South America have the least amount of dark web users.
- Over 70% of users are men.
- 35.9% of users are between the age of 18 and 25.
- 60% of firearm sellers are located in the US.
FAQ
How many darknet marketplaces are there?
It’s hard to tell exactly how many darknet marketplaces are currently in operation. However, it is believed that there are around 40 active marketplaces.
Hydra, the largest and oldest marketplace on the dark web, was recently seized and shut down in April 2022.
How big is the deep web?
The deep web is a collection of unindexed websites that are hidden from traditional search engines. It is believed to take up anywhere from 96% to 99% of the internet.
That’s around 7,500 TB of data, records, websites, and information.
What percentage of the internet is the darknet?
The darknet is part of the deep web, as it can only be accessed with a certain web browser. Illegal activity is common, as the user’s IP and information are hidden.
No one truly knows the exact size of the dark web. However, it’s believed to be roughly 1% to 5% of the internet.
Conclusion
Although the deep web itself is not illegal, sinister crimes and scams are common on the dark web.
By knowing these deep darknet stats, you can hopefully protect yourself (and your private information) from potential hackers or darknet users.
Sources:
- Techjury
- Website Builder
- Don’t Disappoint Me
- CSO
