Why did Google shut down Orkut?

This was decided due to the large Brazilian user base and growth of legal issues. On June 30, 2014, Google announced it would be closing Orkut on September 30, 2014. No new accounts could be created starting from July 2014. Users could download their profile archive by Google Takeout.

Does Google own Orkut?

Google
Orkut/Owners

Is Orkut dead?

Orkut was a popular social networking service that grew out of a Googler’s “20 per cent time“ project. The site was more popular abroad than it was in the US. Google decided to kill it in September 2014.

Why Orkut was a failure?

Facebook was the main reason behind Orkut’s failure. Though redesigned several times Orkut was not able to retain its user base. Facebook kept it as simple as it could for the user so Orkut’s loss was Facebook’s gain. Orkut never tried really to take up to revive itself.

When was Orkut founded?

January 22, 2004
Orkut/Dates launched

Was Orkut an Indian?

Named after its creator Orkut Büyükkökten, a Turkish engineer, the social media platform enjoyed unparalleled popularity in Brazil and India, especially among the 20-somethings. Today, they remember Orkut as something they ‘did’ before Facebook.

How can I get Orkut?

You will be able to download your Orkut data using Google Takeout until September 2016. This is how to download your Orkut data: 1) Head to Google Takeout and sign in if you haven’t already done so. 2) Click “Choose services” and then select Orkut.

Can I access my Orkut account now?

Once Orkut shuts today, you won’t be able to back the photos to Google+ by logging in. Google has another option called Google Takeout which will let you download your entire profile, including scraps, pictures, testimonials etc in a zip file.

What happened to my Orkut account?

It was closed permanently in September 2014. If you had any photos or data stored on the site, they will have been removed and cannot be recovered. Importantly, it is no longer possible to contact Orkut, the company no longer exists. Orkut was a free social networking service owned and managed by Google.