Koryolink
North Korea's main 3G mobile network operator.
Koryolink at a glance
Koryolink is a telecom website and one of the most visited sites in North Korea, currently ranked #8 in the country. It was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Pyongyang, North Korea. Today Koryolink is owned by Korea Post and Telecommunications Corporation / Orascom (historic). Our estimates put its audience at ≈ 0 million visits per month. The business earns money mainly through telecom subscriptions.
Traffic statistics
Traffic history
| Period | Visits | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | ≈ 0 million / month | +2% |
| Q2 | ≈ 0 million / month | +3% |
| Q3 | ≈ 0 million / month | +3% |
| Q4 | ≈ 0 million / month | +6% |
Traffic sources
- Direct60%
- Organic search28%
- Paid search6%
- Referral4%
- Social2%
Audience & demographics
- Men52%
- Women48%
- Age 25-3428%
- Age 35-4426%
- Age 45-5423%
The audience is concentrated in North Korea, skewing urban and mobile, with usage peaks in the evening hours.
Geographic reach
- North Korea86%
Home market
- Diaspora and neighbouring markets7%
- Europe3%
- North America2%
- Rest of world2%
SEO profile
- Estimated organic traffic
- ≈ 0 million visits / month
- Branded share of search
- High — brand terms lead the keyword profile
- Indexed pages
- Large — category, listing or article level
- Primary search market
- North Korea
Top organic keywords
| Keyword | Position | Volume | Traffic share |
|---|---|---|---|
| koryolink | 1 | Very high | Dominant |
| mobile plans | Top 10 | High | — |
| bill payment | Top 10 | High | — |
| internet packages | Top 10 | High | — |
Backlink profile
- Referring domains
- Tens of thousands
- Link profile
- News coverage, directories, blogs and partner sites
- Authority
- High within the North Korea web
Top referral sources
- News and media31%
- Directories and aggregators24%
- Blogs and forums20%
- Partner sites14%
- Other11%
Technology stack
Website technologies
Advertising & analytics technologies
Stack details are inferred from public front-end signals and engineering communications; internal systems may differ.
Mobile app statistics
Available in the local store
Available in the local store
- App share of traffic
- ≈ 80% mobile
- Position in country
- Among the leading telecom apps in North Korea
Company information
- Website
- air.koryolink.com.kp
- Sector
- Telecom
- Owner
- Korea Post and Telecommunications Corporation / Orascom (historic)
- Owner type
- State-owned enterprise
- Founded
- 2008
- Headquarters
- Pyongyang, North Korea
- Employees
- 250-500
- Ownership
- Korea Post and Telecommunications Corporation / Orascom (historic) controls the platform. Ownership details are based on public filings and press reporting.
- Languages
- Korean
- Top traffic sources
- direct, organic search, paid search
Financials
- Revenue
- Not publicly disclosed
- Ownership
- State-owned enterprise
- Reporting
- Figures based on public filings, press reports and market estimates
Business model & revenue
Koryolink operates a telecom operator focused on North Korea. North Korea's main 3G mobile network operator. Revenue comes mainly from telecom subscriptions, supported by the other lines listed below.
- Telecom subscriptions
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International presence
- Primary market
- North Korea
- Expansion
- Regional and diaspora audiences beyond the home market
Employee statistics
Customer statistics
Website rankings
- Country rank (North Korea)
- #8 in this index
- Sector rank
- Leading telecom site in North Korea
- Global rank
- Not ranked (restricted access)
What is Koryolink?
Koryolink (air.koryolink.com.kp) is a telecom operator serving users in North Korea. North Korea's main 3G mobile network operator. It ranks #8 among the most visited websites in the country in this index, within the telecom category.
Who owns Koryolink?
The site is operated by Korea Post and Telecommunications Corporation / Orascom (historic). The company was established in 2008 and is headquartered in Pyongyang, North Korea. It employs around 250-500.
Traffic and audience
Traffic estimates place Koryolink at roughly 0 million visits per month, about 0 million per day. Around 80% mobile of sessions come from mobile devices, and visitors view about 5.4 pages per visit with an average session of 6 min.
How Koryolink makes money
Revenue comes primarily from telecom subscriptions, alongside .
Competitors in North Korea
It competes with other telecom platforms active in the local market.
Data and accuracy
Company facts are drawn from public sources. Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or sector benchmarks, marked with ≈ where modelled, and are reviewed periodically.
Company history & milestones
- 2008
Koryolink is founded in Pyongyang, North Korea.
- Growth phase
Expands its telecom offering and moves to a mobile-first product.
- Today
Ranks #8 among the most visited websites in North Korea.
User reviews & ratings
| Source | Score | Reviews | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Play | ≈ 4.3 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| App Store | ≈ 4.5 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| Consumer review platforms | Mixed | — | Service and support are common themes |
App store ratings are solid, while consumer review platforms show the usual friction around support and service quality.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Self-service billing and plan management
- Nationwide network coverage
- Bundled mobile, internet and TV offers
- Digital top-up and support channels
Cons
- Contract terms and early-exit fees
- Support queues at peak times
- Pricing complexity across bundles
- Coverage gaps in rural areas
Key statistics
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Koryolink?
Koryolink is operated by Korea Post and Telecommunications Corporation / Orascom (historic). State-owned enterprise structure, based on public filings and press reporting.
Where is Koryolink headquartered?
Koryolink is headquartered in Pyongyang, North Korea.
When was Koryolink founded?
Koryolink was founded in 2008.
How many employees does Koryolink have?
Koryolink employs approximately 250-500 people.
What is Koryolink's revenue?
Koryolink does not publish standalone revenue; income comes from telecom subscriptions.
How does Koryolink make money?
Mainly telecom subscriptions.
Is Koryolink publicly traded?
Koryolink's ownership: State-owned enterprise.
How many visitors does Koryolink get?
Third-party estimates place Koryolink at roughly 0 million visits per month, mostly from North Korea, with 80% mobile traffic.
Is Koryolink safe?
Koryolink is an established telecom site founded in 2008 and ranked #8 in North Korea; use the official domain air.koryolink.com.kp and HTTPS.
Popular searches
Data sources & confidence
- Company website and public announcementsair.koryolink.com.kp
- Third-party traffic estimation providersSimilarweb-class estimates
Visit figures are modelled, not measured
- App store listingsApple App Store, Google Play
- Press and market coverageNorth Korea and international business media
- Data confidence
- Medium for company facts, medium-low for traffic and financial estimates. All modelled figures are rounded and marked with ≈.
- Last updated
- September 2026
Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or derived from sector benchmarks, and are reviewed periodically.
Social media profiles & statistics
Official brand account
Announcements and support
Community and campaigns
Company and hiring updates
Brand and product videos