Influence of Social Media Platforms on Consumer Purchase Decision

Angelin Reshma S.*, Jesintha P.**
* Research Scholar, Department of Commerce, Women's Christian College, Nagercoil. (Affiliated to Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Abishekapatti, Tirunelveli).
** Assistant Professor, Department of Commerce, Women's Christian College, Nagercoil. (Affiliated to Manonmaniam Sundaranar University, Abishekapatti, Tirunelveli). Email:joesahayajeba@gmail.com
Periodicity:January - June'2025

Abstract

Social media platforms are interactive digital tools that enable users to create, share, and engage with content within virtual communities and networks. They facilitate the exchange of ideas, information, and personal messages, fostering connections among individuals and groups. The main aim of this study is to compare how social media platforms influence consumers purchase decisions and to identify the best social media platforms consumers prefer the most in purchase decision. In this study 90 respondents were selected using the convenience sampling method. Primary data and secondary data were collected for this study, and SPSS software was used to analyze the data. The study found that there is a highly significant relationship between the respondents' area of residence and the influence of social media platforms on purchase decisions. In conclusion, most of the consumers are influenced by the social media platforms in purchasing decisions.

Keywords

Social Media, Social Media Platforms, Digital Tools, Networks, Purchase Decision.

How to Cite this Article?

Reshma, S. A., and Jesintha, P. (2025). Influence of Social Media Platforms on Consumer Purchase Decision. B-Research, 25(1), 7-10.

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