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The ranking of the apps that ranked first in the Google Play Store was released by the data analysis company Sensor Tower, last Monday (22). The analysis takes into account the apps that have dominated the top downloads in the Google store since 2012. About three thousand free programs have reached number one of the most downloaded in the world on Android, which drops to approximately 1.1 thousand in paid software.

Among the highlights, there are super popular applications in Brazil, such as WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger, in addition to games like Helix Jump and Asked. Check out who has dominated the world charts for the past six years on Google Play.

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Apps that ranked first on Google Play for the longest time Photo: Thssius Veloso / dnetcApps that ranked first on Google Play for the longest time Photo: Thssius Veloso / dnetc

Apps that ranked first on Google Play for the longest time Photo: Thssius Veloso / dnetc

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The messenger, which currently belongs to Facebook, ranked first for 2,416 days. Launched in 2009, the app revolutionized the way people communicate using text messages on smartphones. Over the years, the platform has gained a number of new features, such as voice and video calls, status publishing, among others. In February 2018, the service reached the milestone of 1.5 billion monthly active users.

Messenger the Facebook chat application Photo: Marvin Costa / dnetcMessenger the Facebook chat application Photo: Marvin Costa / dnetc

Messenger the Facebook chat application Photo: Marvin Costa / dnetc

The second place is with the Messenger chat app, which was at the head of the Google store for 1,773 days. Initially, the messenger was an integral part of the Facebook application, until, in 2014, it became a part program. Despite the users' dissatisfaction, Mark Zuckerberg informed that the measure was necessary for the exchange of messages to happen quickly. In 2018, it will no longer be mandatory to have an account on the social network to use the application.

Facebook ranked first for over 1300 days Photo: Luciana Maline / dnetcFacebook ranked first for over 1300 days Photo: Luciana Maline / dnetc

Facebook ranked first for over 1300 days Photo: Luciana Maline / dnetc

The Facebook app ranked first for 1,353 days. The program retains practically all the existing features on the social network, with the exception of chat. Among the existing resources, there is the publication of content on the timeline, sharing of photos and videos, creation of events and pages, participation in groups and much more. After a series of controversies that involved leaking user data without their consent, many people decided to delete accounts and leave the platform, but the service guarantees that it is constantly working for the security of everyone's information.

Telegram also appears in the top 10 Photo: Helito Bijora / dnetcTelegram also appears in the top 10 Photo: Helito Bijora / dnetc

Telegram also appears in the top 10 Photo: Helito Bijora / dnetc

Telegram, which became famous in Brazil after a series of judicial blockades of WhatsApp, ranked first in the Google store for 922 days. The third messenger on the list is of Russian origin, and was created by the founders of the social network VK. Although not so popular here, the software has a number of features that go beyond the exchange of text messages. It is possible to make voice and video calls, open groups for up to 200 followers, chat with bots, send messages that self-destruct and much more. In March 2018, the platform reached 200 million active monthly users.

Wish's mobile app Photo: Raquel Freire / dnetcWish's mobile app Photo: Raquel Freire / dnetc

Wish's mobile app Photo: Raquel Freire / dnetc

The application of the American e-commerce service Wish was at the top of the list for 408 days. The platform acts similarly to others of its kind, such as eBay, in which users sell and buy products among themselves. In 2017, it created the Outlet branch, in which it started selling products from well-known brands at lower prices. In the same year, the app reached more than 100 million users on iPhone (iOS) and Android.

6th place: Asked (Trivia Crack)

Asked is available on several platforms Photo: Divulgao / EtermaxAsked is available on several platforms Photo: Divulgao / Etermax

Asked is available on several platforms Photo: Divulgao / Etermax

The question and answer challenge game that won the name of Asked in Brazil remained for 311 days in the top 1 of Google Play. Launched in 2013, the game allows users to compete with each other to find out who knows more about six different themes: Entertainment, Art, Sports, History, Science and Geography. The objective is to obtain the award for each category, achieved after solving three questions in a row. If no competitor has reached the goal, the winner will be the one with the most prizes.

YouTube App Photo: Paulo Alves / dnetcYouTube App Photo: Paulo Alves / dnetc

YouTube App Photo: Paulo Alves / dnetc

The Google video service app usually comes pre-installed on Android devices. But even so, the app was ranked first in the online store for 277 days. YouTube allows you to watch and publish videos, mirror content on smart TVs, manage your channel, check the time spent using the app, among others. Last month, the platform gained a paid version, YouTube Premium, with which the subscriber can download videos to watch offline, view original content for free and much more.

AliExpress on mobile Photo: Reproduo / Pedro CardosoAliExpress on mobile Photo: Reproduo / Pedro Cardoso

AliExpress on mobile Photo: Reproduo / Pedro Cardoso

The application of the popular Chinese retail service ranked first on Google Play for 214 days. Belonging to the AliBaba group, AliExpress sellers can be companies or individuals. The items found on the platform range from electronics to clothing, household items, lingerie, toys and more. Through the app, the user gets discount coupons, can search and buy products and track the shipment.

Challenging Helix Jump Photo: Divulgao / VOODOOChallenging Helix Jump Photo: Divulgao / VOODOO

Challenging Helix Jump Photo: Divulgao / VOODOO

Helix Jump, an addictive game in which the user needs to throw a ball between the different levels of mast platform, occupied the top of the online store ranking for 193 days. In the challenge, the player cannot let the object touch the red parts, controlling the rotation of the platforms. Although simple, the game is not easy. Learn how to play Helix Jump and see tips for doing well in the game.

Instagram closes the list Photo: Carolina Oliveira / dnetcInstagram closes the list Photo: Carolina Oliveira / dnetc

Instagram closes the list Photo: Carolina Oliveira / dnetc

Interestingly, the video and photo sharing service application that has a billion users active per month appears only in the tenth position. The program was first on the list for 192 days. Instagram is the fourth belonging to Facebook that is part of this ranking, along with WhatsApp, Messenger and Facebook itself.

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