Our Mission
To provide free access to the sum of all human knowledge. Wikipedia is driven by a mission to empower people to share and access information freely.
About Wikipedia
Wikipedia is a free online encyclopedia that anyone can edit. It's a collaborative project that relies on the contributions of volunteers from around the world.
History of Wikipedia
Wikipedia was launched on January 15, 2001, by Jimmy Wales and Larry Sanger. It has since grown to become one of the most popular websites on the internet.
Wikipedia has come a long way since its inception. From its early days as a simple wiki to its current status as a global phenomenon, Wikipedia has remained committed to its mission of providing free access to knowledge.