The Top Nostalgic Websites of the 90s and 00s
The internet has changed a lot over the years. Gone are the days of dial-up noises and slow connections. But some old websites still hold a special place in our hearts.
We surveyed 1,500 adults to find out which 90s and 00s websites they miss the most. Many people even wish these sites would make a comeback today!
From Ask Jeeves to Club Penguin, here are the top 5 most loved nostalgic websites—and which ones people want back.
#1 Ask Jeeves – The Friendly Search Butler
Before Google ruled the internet, Ask Jeeves was the go-to search engine. It let users ask questions in plain English instead of typing keywords.
A friendly butler logo made it feel personal. Today, 29.01% of people still remember it fondly.
Even though Google is faster, many miss Jeeves’ simple charm. In fact, 23.10% of users want it to return!
#2 LimeWire – The Music Pirate’s Paradise
LimeWire was the king of file-sharing in the 2000s. People used it to download music, videos, and games—often illegally.
It was shut down in 2011 after legal trouble. But 18.88% of users still miss it.
Some even prefer it over Spotify and Apple Music today! 14.86% wish it would come back—despite the risks.
#3 Bebo – The Forgotten Social Network
Before Facebook took over, Bebo was a popular social media site. It had profiles, quizzes, and instant messaging.
It couldn’t compete with Facebook, but 18.23% of people still feel nostalgic for it.
43% of users miss old chat sites, and 35.1% would trade modern texting for Bebo’s retro charm.
#4 Club Penguin – The Virtual Penguin World
Club Penguin was a kids’ game where you could chat, play mini-games, and dress up penguins.
It shut down in 2017, but 12.21% of adults remember it fondly.
Many miss its simple, fun world. 11.10% even want it to return—just for the nostalgia!
#5 RuneScape – The Classic Online RPG
RuneScape was one of the first big online games. Players explored, fought monsters, and completed quests.
It’s still around today, but 9.02% of users miss its early-2000s peak.
For many, it was their first online adventure—making it unforgettable.
The Top 5 Websites People Want Back
Our survey also asked which sites people wish would return. Here’s what they said:
- Ask Jeeves (23.10%) – Miss the butler’s charm.
- Bebo (17.73%) – Want old-school social media back.
- LimeWire (14.86%) – Still prefer it over Spotify?
- Club Penguin (11.10%) – Bring back the penguins!
- Addicting Games (8.76%) – Classic school-time fun.
Final Thoughts
The internet has evolved a lot, but some old websites still feel special. Whether it’s Ask Jeeves’ simplicity or LimeWire’s wild days, people miss them.
Would you bring back any of these? Let us know! And for more fun tech nostalgia, check out Progressive Robot’s blog.
