CSDN
China's largest developer community and technical blog platform.
CSDN at a glance
CSDN is a technology website and one of the most visited sites in China, currently ranked #193 in the country. It was founded in 1999 by Jiang Tao and is headquartered in Beijing, China. Today CSDN is owned by CSDN. Our estimates put its audience at ≈ 300 million visits per month. The business earns money mainly through advertising, recruitment, training. Its closest rivals include cnblogs.com, juejin.cn, github.com.
Traffic statistics
Traffic history
| Period | Visits | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | ≈ 282 million / month | +2% |
| Q2 | ≈ 291 million / month | +3% |
| Q3 | ≈ 300 million / month | +3% |
| Q4 | ≈ 318 million / month | +6% |
Traffic sources
- Direct56%
- Organic search27%
- Referral9%
- Social5%
- Paid3%
Audience & demographics
- Men57%
- Women43%
- Age 25-3432%
- Age 35-4424%
- Age 18-2421%
The audience is concentrated in China, skewing urban and mobile, with usage peaks in the evening hours.
Geographic reach
- China86%
Home market
- Diaspora and neighbouring markets7%
- Europe3%
- North America2%
- Rest of world2%
SEO profile
- Estimated organic traffic
- ≈ 90 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
- China
Top organic keywords
| Keyword | Position | Volume | Traffic share |
|---|---|---|---|
| csdn | 1 | Very high | Dominant |
| login | Top 10 | High | — |
| app download | Top 10 | High | — |
| pricing | Top 10 | High | — |
Backlink profile
- Referring domains
- Tens of thousands
- Link profile
- News coverage, directories, blogs and partner sites
- Authority
- High within the China 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
- ≈ 68% mobile
- Position in country
- Among the leading technology apps in China
Company information
- Website
- csdn.net
- Sector
- Technology
- Owner
- CSDN
- Owner type
- Private company
- Founders
- Jiang Tao
- Founded
- 1999
- Headquarters
- Beijing, China
- Employees
- 1,000+
- Ownership
- CSDN controls the platform. Ownership details are based on public filings and press reporting.
- Revenue
- ≈ $200 million annual revenue (est.)
- Languages
- Chinese
- Top traffic sources
- direct, organic search, referral
Financials
- Revenue
- ≈ $200 million annual revenue (est.)
- Ownership
- Private company
- Reporting
- Figures based on public filings, press reports and market estimates
Business model & revenue
CSDN operates a technology platform focused on China. China's largest developer community and technical blog platform. Revenue comes mainly from advertising, supported by the other lines listed below.
- Advertising
- Recruitment
- Training
Products & services
Related deals on Amazon
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International presence
- Primary market
- China
- Expansion
- Regional and diaspora audiences beyond the home market
Employee statistics
Customer statistics
Website rankings
- Country rank (China)
- #193 in this index
- Sector rank
- Leading technology site in China
- Global rank
- 150
Main competitors
Website comparisons
| Website | Monthly visits | Rank | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| cnblogs.com | ≈ 180 million / month | #194 class competitor | — |
| juejin.cn | ≈ 135 million / month | #195 class competitor | — |
| github.com | ≈ 90 million / month | #196 class competitor | — |
What is CSDN?
CSDN (csdn.net) is a technology platform serving users in China. China's largest developer community and technical blog platform. It ranks #193 among the most visited websites in the country in this index, within the technology category.
Who owns CSDN?
The site is operated by CSDN, founded by Jiang Tao. The company was established in 1999 and is headquartered in Beijing, China. It employs around 1,000+.
Traffic and audience
Traffic estimates place CSDN at roughly 300 million visits per month, about 10 million per day. Around 68% mobile of sessions come from mobile devices, and visitors view about 5.6 pages per visit with an average session of 5 min.
How CSDN makes money
Revenue comes primarily from advertising, alongside recruitment, training.
Competitors in China
Its closest rivals include cnblogs.com, juejin.cn, github.com.
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
- 1999
CSDN is founded in Beijing, China.
- Growth phase
Expands its technology offering and moves to a mobile-first product.
- Today
Ranks #193 among the most visited websites in China.
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
- Fast, reliable core product used daily
- Deep local language and market support
- Strong developer and integration ecosystem
- Free tier with broad reach
Cons
- Data collection and privacy questions from advertising
- Feature set can be complex for new users
- Limited direct customer support
- Dependence on advertising revenue
Key statistics
Frequently asked questions
Who owns CSDN?
CSDN is operated by CSDN. Private company structure, based on public filings and press reporting.
Where is CSDN headquartered?
CSDN is headquartered in Beijing, China.
When was CSDN founded?
CSDN was founded in 1999 by Jiang Tao.
How many employees does CSDN have?
CSDN employs approximately 1,000+ people.
What is CSDN's revenue?
CSDN's revenue: ≈ $200 million annual revenue (est.).
Who are CSDN's competitors?
Main competitors in China include cnblogs.com, juejin.cn, github.com.
How does CSDN make money?
Mainly advertising, recruitment, training.
Is CSDN publicly traded?
No — CSDN is not listed as an independent public company; it is operated by CSDN.
How many visitors does CSDN get?
Third-party estimates place CSDN at roughly 300 million visits per month, mostly from China, with 68% mobile traffic.
Is CSDN safe?
CSDN is an established technology site founded in 1999 and ranked #193 in China; use the official domain csdn.net and HTTPS.
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Data sources & confidence
- Company website and public announcementscsdn.net
- Third-party traffic estimation providersSimilarweb-class estimates
Visit figures are modelled, not measured
- App store listingsApple App Store, Google Play
- Press and market coverageChina 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