About Wikipedia

Wikipedia is a free online encyclopedia that allows anyone with an internet connection to edit and contribute. It was launched on January 15, 2001, by Jimmy Wales and Larry Sanger.

With over 50 million articles in hundreds of languages, Wikipedia has become one of the most comprehensive sources of knowledge on the internet.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide free access to the sum of all human knowledge. We strive to make information available to everyone, regardless of their geographical location or financial situation.

Notable Achievements

• Over 50 million articles across hundreds of languages.
• Million of edits made every day by volunteers from around the world.
• Awarded numerous times for its contribution to global knowledge and education.

Get Involved

Wikipedia is built and maintained by a community of volunteers. You can contribute by creating new articles, editing existing ones, or helping with administrative tasks.