Whether you work in digital media, are addicted to Twitter or are a long-time Redditor, there's an Internet trend to suit your needs and interests. As a whole, it's been an interesting year for the Web -- Google Panda, the mass growth of Pinterest and the Instagram/Twitter war were all hot topics in 2012, and they all changed the way people view the Internet for good.
Despite all of the game-changing buzz topics, the Internet continued to pump out some fascinating, hilarious and sometimes horrifying news, viral videos and information for the digital enthusiasts of the world to enjoy. The memes -- aka the inside jokes of the Internet -- of 2012 were largely based in celebrity, such as the Olympic champion-mocking memes or celebrity name puns. This year was also the year of the infographic, as important, yet potentially confusing information on topics, such as social media as a hiring tool or Christmas expenditures, became visualized and simplified for a mass, online audience.
The Internet is a huge space dedicated to information, so if you'd like some help navigating through the noise and hunting for insight, check out our Internet Trend Report.
Top 100 Internet Trends of 2012
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Sinister Disney Remix Paintings
The Rodolfo Loaiza DisasterLand Exhibit Taints Childhood Memories
98
Storm Preparation Photography
Prepare for Hurricane Sandy with New York Precautionary Measures
97
Accessorized Kitty Captures
Snoopy the Cat Photos are Adorable and Addictive
96
Kitty-Inspired Fonts
The Cats as Fonts Collection is a Feline-Packed Trip Through Writing Styles
95
Instagram Storm Blogs
The Hurricane Sandy Instacane Website Posts As-It-Happens Photos
94
Contrite Canine Photography
Dogshaming Involves Pet Owners Disgracing Their Precious Pups
93
Storm Destruction Photography
These Beginner Hurricane Sandy Photos Are Devastating
92
Undressed Designer Depictions
These aleXsandro Palombo 'Fashion Diaper' Drawings are Hilarious
91
Kitty Architecture Blogs
'furrrocious-forms' Explains Why Buildings Look the Way They Do
90
Famous Feline Crime Fighters
Marvel Cats Meme Invites Artists to Reinterpret Beloved Superheroes
89
Realistic Anime Portraits
These Real-Life Renderings by Andrew Golden are Both Cute and Obscure
88
Storm-Locating Maps
The Hurricane Sandy Crisis Map Helps to Prepare for This Natural Disaster
87
Fake Hurricane Features
The Fake Hurricane Sandy Photos are Trolling the Internet
86
Olympic Champion Parodies
The Ryan Lochte Derp Meme Quotes the Charming Swimmer
85
Creature Courting Phrases
The Pleated Jeans Animal Pickup Lines are Hilarious
84
Unflattering Famous Face Blogs
The 'Celebrity Close-Up' Tumblr is Hilarious
83
Social Network Stats
The Facebook 2012 Infographic is an Update on the Leading Online Community
82
Staggering Internet Flashback Charts
'A Decade Later' Reflects on What the Web Looked Like Before
81
Hilarious Music Festival Memes
The Coachella Problems Meme Pokes Fun at the Festival's Stereotypes
80
Beauty Blogging Stats
The 'Secrets of Beauty Revealed by the Internet' Infographic is Neat
79
Wide-Awaiting Mouth Blogs
The Blow Facing Site is a Collection of Hand-Dryer Misuses
78
Doomed Social Media Stats
The 'Google+ Failure' Infographic is Not Encouraging
77
Supreme Being Spottings
'GOD Is Back!' Features the Holy Father Immersed in Pop Culture
76
Internet-Inspired Sneakers
Lumen Bigott's Social Media Shoes Bring Your Laptop Love to the Streets
75
Gamer Fashion Animations
The V Magazine 'Overworld' Online Editorial is Inspired by Super Mario
74
Nostalgic Pinterest-Imitation Sites
The 'When I Was a Kid' Medium Looks Back
73
Silly Statistic Presentations
The 'I Love Charts' Tumblr is Exactly What It Sounds Like
72
Dapper Doggy Dressups
Sonya Yu Captures Her Dog Trotter in Hilarious Costumes
71
Frank Film Memes
The Slightly Skewed Movie Descriptions are Actually Quite Accurate
70
Reversed Film Remixes
The Backwards Movie Posters by Twisted Sifter are Clever
69
Botched Painting Recreations
The 'Ecce Homo Restorations' are Hilarious
68
Satirical Marketing Mashups
The Maarwan Youhnis Advertising Parody Series Mocks Popular Brands
67
Custom Social Media Selfvertising
Facebook Cards Lets Users Enhance Offline Business Networking
66
Fierce Avian Fingertips
The Adorable Angry Bird Manicures by YouTube Channel CutePolish
65
Casual Corporate Sweatshirts
Betabrand's 'Executive Pinstripe Hoodie' is Hilarious
64
Vintage Gangster Lookbooks
Mashkulture.net Collects Sharp and Classy Historical Mugshots
63
Social Media Danger Ads
The Facebook by TBWA Campaign Cautions About Online Interactions
62
Mystical Countryside Captures
Fashion Gone Rogue 'Second Nature' is Whimsical and Windswept
61
Nostalgic Downfall Memes
The 1990s Problems Jokes are a Hilarious Throwback
60
Hilarious Heartbroken Faces
The 'Faces of Rejected Bachelorettes' Tumblr is Cruel Yet Funny
59
DIY Superhero Kicks
The Easy Comic Book Heels are Crafty
58
Professional Network Guides
The How Linkedin Works Infographic is a Great Intro to the Service
57
Celeb Name Pun Blogs
These Celebrity Name Puns are a Great Play on Words
56
Supermodel Skateboard Blogs
Skate Upton Lets You Ride the World's Hottest Model
55
Meme-Inspired Commercials
The ‘Grab it by the Horns' Ad by Vitamin Water is Hilarious
54
Grammar Gaffe Guides
This Blue Glass Grammar Infographic Fixes Little Mistakes
53
Offensive Biker Advice
The 'Pleated Jeans' Motorcycle Guide is Hilarious
52
Faux Word Definitions
These ‘That's What That Means' Definitions are Apt
51
Hipster Photo Addict Charts
The Instagram Junkie Infographic is Satirically Witty
50
Obsessive Relationship Parodies
Overly Attached Girlfriend Infuses Call Me Maybe With Paranoia
49
Online Cautionary Charts
The 'Teens and Video' Infographic Explores the Danger of Streaming Videos
48
Voluptuous Style Blogs
Tanesha Awasthi’s ‘Girl With Curves’ Blog Caters to Shape
47
Online Infidelity Infographics
The Total Divorce 'Social Cheating' Chart is Eye-Opening
46
VIP Fashion Diaries
Carlotta Manaigo’s Journal Documents Lines from Behind the Scenes
45
Futuristic Fungi Lighting
The Mushroom LED Lamp Has a Built-In Speaker
44
Film-Inspired Photoblogs
Capitol Couture is a Tumblr Based on Fashion from The Hunger Games
43
Adorable Pup Charts
The 'Cutest Dog Breeds' Infographic is Unscientific Greatness
42
Online Overuse Charts
The 'How the Internet is Ruining Your Brain' Infographic Speaks a Sad Truth
41
Social Media Comparison Charts
The 'Facebook IPO: Can it Beat Google?' Infographic is Informative
40
Superhero-Inspired Fonts
The Olin 'Superhero Typographic Classifications' Give Heroes a New Look
39
Football Puppet Comparison Pictures
Laugh Aloud at These NFL Quarterback Muppet Doppelgangers
38
Knee-Slapping Nonsensical Blogs
The F*** Yeah Dementia Tumblr is Sure to Make You Laugh
37
Hi-Tech Projecting Eyewear
Lumus Glasses Lets You View Video, TV and Internet Content
36
Sarcastic Sporty Pictograms
The Olympic Non-Events Tumblr is Hilarious
35
Futuristic Web-Surfing Stats
'The Internet in 2015' Infographic Offers Knowledge of Years to Come
34
Facebook Founder Timelines
The Mark Zuckerberg Infograph is Cinematically Inspired
33
Superimposed Kitty Blogs
The Nicholas Cage Cat Tumblr is Hilarious
32
Upcycled Cosmetic Tutorials
The Beauty Department Makeup Fixer DIY is a Super Saver
31
Child Superhero Comics
The Little League Tumblr Takes Viewers Back in Time
30
Diet-Specific Booze Guides
The Barnivore Vegan Alcohol Directory Lists Animal-Free Alcohol
29
Exaggerated Celebrity Portraiture
Stars are Taken to Task by Sassy Illustrator Ryan Casey
28
Head-Covering Cushions (UPDATE)
The Kawamura-Ganjavian Ostrich Pillow Lets You Rest in Public
27
Pop Culture Parody Gear
These 'YOLO' T-Shirts are Satirical Yet Appropriate
26
Pinterest Facebook Apps
'PinView' Makes FB Visually Stunning
25
Boozy Olympic-Themed Activities
The 2012 Summer Olympics Drinking Game Chart is Tipsy and Fun
24
Cinematic Allusion Blogs
The Movie Simpsons Tumblr is Culturally Thought-Provoking
23
Literal Lyric Interpretations
The Hip Hop Photoshop Pairs Funny Song Words with Zany Pictures
22
Intimate Sweater Shoots
The Fashion Gone Rogue 'Close Knit' Editorial Stars a Cozy Anabella Barber
21
Social Media Acquisition Uproars
The Twitter Reactions to Facebook Buying Instagram are Hilarious
20
Celeb Personal Photo Blogs
The Beyonce Tumblr Reveals a Ton of Intimate Images
19
Hip Owl Portraiture
England-Based Designer Ashley Percival Creates Hipster Bird Prints
18
Modern Romance Reviews
The 2012 Guide to Dating Infographic Provides Everything You Need to Know
17
Brand-Boosting Services
The 'Five Digital Tools to Boost Your Brand in 2012' Infographic
16
Obscure Song Typography
This Scribbling Lyrics Tumblr Pairs Words with Appropriate Typefaces
15
Ethereal Androgynous Lookbooks
The Charlie May Fall/Winter 2012 Collection is Captivating
14
Videogame Romance Charts
The ‘Gamers Get Girls Infographic' Shows That Dating Sites Ca
13
Crowdsourced Sci-Fi Films
Star Wars Uncut is a Fan-Made Masterpiece
12
Gloomy Coast Captures
The Fashion Gone Rogue 'Stray' Editorial is Chic and Comfortable
11
Hysterical Pop Culture GIFs
'Whatshouldwecallme' Blog Documents Funny Events with Moving Pictures
10
Faded Lipstick Cosmetics
The Beauty Department 'Ombre Lip' is Clever
9
Rare Manipulation Photography Sites
The 'Malicious Glamour' Blog Features Vintage Fashion Shots
8
Super Smart Star Memes
The 'Programmer Ryan Gosling' Blog Features the Sultry Celeb Getting Nerdy
7
Comprehensive Calendar Guides
The Leap Year Infographic Details the Facts Around February 29
6
Post-Apocalyptic Film Parodies
The Gingerhaze Tumblr Echoes Some of the Views of Hunger Games Fans
5
Clashing Fashion Captures
The Fashion Gone Rogue 'White Noise' Editorial Stars Emily Schofield
4
Frolicsome Fashion Blogger Features
Hanneli Mustaparta Hangs with Tank Magazine Spring 2012
3
Microblogging Service Guides
The Twitter 2012 Infographic Has the Freshest Stats on the Service
2
Haute Hating Blogs
The WTF, Clothes? Blog Bites Ferociously at High Fashion
1
Disney-fied Action Trailers
The Disney Hunger Games Spoof is Shockingly Spot-on
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Disney Family Portraits
DeviantART User Grodansnagel Illustrates the Kin of Classic Cartoons
Fashion Icon Illustrations
Hayden Williams Depicts Stylish Stars in Impressive Drawing Series
Storm Preparation Photography
Prepare for Hurricane Sandy with New York Precautionary Measures
Lingerie-Clad Disney Princesses
DeviantART User Retipug-Rules Draws Heroines in Undergarments
Quirky Digital Dames
Cintia Gonzalvez Illustrates Women with Oddball Personalities
Illustrated Style Mavens
The Joana Avillez Fashion Icon Drawings Are Adorably Chic
Instagram Storm Blogs
The Hurricane Sandy Instacane Website Posts As-It-Happens Photos
Hilarious Comic Hero Manatees
Joel Micah Harris Renders Famous Vigilantes as Chubby Sea Creatures
Storm Destruction Photography
These Beginner Hurricane Sandy Photos Are Devastating
Diverted Attention Infographs
The Perils of Multitasking Chart Explains Why Focusing is Key
Gendered Craving Charts
The 'What Woman Want' Infographic Gives You The Scoop On Desires
Personified Japanese Cartoons
Anastasiya Shpagina Becomes a Real-Life Anime Doll in This Series
Storm-Locating Maps
The Hurricane Sandy Crisis Map Helps to Prepare for This Natural Disaster
Movie Death Parody Blogs
'People Dying Like Marion Cotillard' Mocks Poorly Acted Demise
Character-Copying Children Ads
The Praia de Belas Shopping Campaign Promotes Newly Opened Theater
Satellite Storm Snapshots
NASA Helps to Capture Monstrous Hurricane Sandy Pictures
Staggering Internet Flashback Charts
'A Decade Later' Reflects on What the Web Looked Like Before
Calculated Crime Fighter Charts
The Cost of Being Iron Man Infographic Puts a Price On Superheroes
Stacked Money Typography
The ‘Yeah, That Kind of Rich’ Ad Campaign Embodies a Lucrativ
Mobile Usage Stats
The 'How Do People Use Their Phones' Infographic is Informative
Nostalgic Pinterest-Imitation Sites
The 'When I Was a Kid' Medium Looks Back
Monstrous Storm Photography
'The Big Cloud: The Lovely Monster' Photo Series is Breathtaking
Photo-Sharing App Outfits
Be a Literal Stereotype with the Instagram Hipster Halloween Costume
Graffitied Shoe Designs
The NIKE DXTR Spring/Summer 2012 Look Emulates Street Style
Futuristic Fungi Espresso Machines
The Mushroomy Electrolux Memory Scans Hands for Personal Brews
Cozy Luggage Kitty Beds
The 'Atomic Kitten' Upcycled Suit Case Project is Ideal for Small Pets
Kitty Costume Catwalks (UPDATE)
The 'Algonquin Hotel Cat Fashion Show' is a Cat Lady's Paradise
Comparative Media Graphics
The Social Media vs. Traditional Media Infographic is Future Focused
Haute Kitty-Centered Photoshoots
The 'Glamour Puss' Editorial in V Magazine Stars a Cute Feline
Object-Holding Puppy Pictures
The Things Maddie Won't Eat Photos Feature a Dog Holding Items
Social Media-Inspired Wardrobes
The 'b for bel' Outfits Will Match Your Online Profile
Online Infidelity Infographics
The Total Divorce 'Social Cheating' Chart is Eye-Opening
Deathly Emoticon Ads
The Brake Don't Text and Drive Campaign Sends a Morbid Message
Successful Internet Presence Graphics
The Brain of the Beginning Blogger Infographic Offers Advice
Pooch Storm Protectors
The Greyhound Rain Coat Will Keep Your Dog Safe from Hurricane Sandy
Virtuous Voluptuous Vixens
Jalouse Magazine October 2012 Stars a Sultry Kate Upton
At-Home Career Graphics
The 'Clocking in from the Couch' Infographic Explains Work Lifestyles
Adorably Dorky Doggies
Dress Your Pooch Up in a Star Wars Halloween Ewok Costume This Year
Common Curiosity Campaigns
The Arizona Science Center Advertisements Ask Everyday Questions
Superimposed Kitty Blogs
The Nicholas Cage Cat Tumblr is Hilarious
Art Movement Posters
Outmane Amahou Denotes Visual Styles Using Simple Graphics
Web Purchase Infographics
These US Online Spending Statistics Highlight the Power of the Internet
Multimedia Benefits Infographics
The 'M Booth' Storytelling Chart Explains the Impact of Videos
Comedic Human Gas Portrayals
The 'Models Who Look Like They Just Farted' Tumblr is Hysterical
Saddled-Up Pooch Outfits
These Ride On Dog Costumes are a Hilariously Clever Halloween Look
VIP Fashion Week-Snapping Sites
The Faces of NYFW Site Amalgamates Twitter, Tumblr and Instagram
Luminary Weather Artwork
The Caitlan r.c. Brown CLOUD Installation is a Public Night Light
Hilarious Animal Illustrations
The 'Animals with Misleading Names' Comic is All Too True
Digital Interior Design Data
The 'Social Media is Revolutionizing Home Decorating' Chart Reveals
Manga Mashup Animal Toys
Hiroshi Yoshii Debuts His New Mutated 3D Art Toy Collection
Factual Appearance Infographics
The Beauty Myths Chart Lays Out the Truth
Online Branding Infographics
This Sensible Social Media Checklist is a Guideline for Businesses
Instagram Camera Commercials (UPDATE)
ADR Studio Unveils an Advert on the Socialmatic Camera
Fashion Icon Feline Spreads
The Harper's Bazaar 'Kat Daddy' Piece Shows the World of Choupette
Summer Games Social Stats
The 'Olympic-Sized Consumption' Infographic Predicts Major Numbers
Olympic Budget Breakdowns
The 'Is Hosting the Olympics Good for a City?' Infographic is Revealing
Idiom-Depicting Pictograms
The Olympic Non Events Tumblr Uses Sport Icons for Everyday Events
Online Time-Wasting Guides
This Internet Flowchart by Doghouse Diaries is Comical
Faux Snowboard Ads
The Cerro Castor Ski Resort Campaign is Passionately Silly
Humanized Pooch Portraits
The 'Underdog' Series is Cute and Quirky
Olympic Preparation Stats
The 'Truth Behind The Tracks' Infographic Is Full Of Visual Details
Adorable Heartache Ads
The Bonjela Teething Gel Campaign Focuses on Childhood Woes
Shopping Justification Stats
The 'Excuses Excuses Excuses' Infographic Reveals Bad Habits
Copy and Paste Photoshoots
The Dossier Journal Spring/Summer 2012 Boldov Editorial is Patchy
Name Vitality Graphics
The 'Battle of the Brands' Infographic Compares Bieber vs. Obama
Homophobia Slandering Sites
The 'Hate Tweets To Frank Ocean' Website Sends Condemning Tweets
Olympic Athlete Singalongs
The USA Olympic Swimming Team Call Me Maybe Cover is Hilarious
Scientific Socializing Infographics
The Psychology of Social Networking Chart is Fascinating
Matrimonial Pooch Ensembles
The Pet Bride and Groom Costumes Are Absolutely Adorable
Trash-Utilizing Umbrellas
The EcoBrolly Is A Recycled Newspaper Parasol
Biblical Script Ads
The Sao Paolo Jewish Film Festival Campaign is a Play on Religion
Extravagant Meal Graphs
The 10 of the World's Most Expensive Dishes Infographic is Opulent
Myth-Busting Motherhood Charts
This Teen Mom Infographic is a Wake-up Call
Solar-Powered Foliage Lighting
The Kinoko Mushroom USB Lamp is Convenient & Ecological
Unnecessary Overeating Charts
This Emotional Eating Infographic Includes Helpful Hints
Vigilante Dog Outfits
The Batman Pet Costume Will Turn Your Animal Into a Superhero
Deflated Television Ads
The Toshiba LED Campaign Shows Less Body Means Less Fun
Plush Toy Feline Shoes
The 'Hello Kitty Sneakers' are Soft and Stylish
Chic Cubic Puppy Coops
The Kooldog House Holds Your Dog in Sophisticated Style
Hilarious Shark Comics
The 'Crimes Against Hugh's Manatees' Tumblr Takes on Shark Week
Polished Professional Promotions
The J.Crew Fall 2012 Campaign Stars Prominent Industry Insiders
Makeup-Minded Flowcharts
The 'Sequence of Steps' Graphic from the Beauty Department is Easy
Teeth-Scrubbing Chew Toys
The Yunfan Tan Q-Ring Dog Toy Cleans Canine Teeth
Superimposed Rap Covers
The Emceez Ansari Tumblr Adds Humor to Hip-Hop
Delightful Jellyfish Fixures
The Mush Lamp is a Bold and Brilliant Accessory for Your Living Room
Unplugged Charging Platforms
The Sang Hoon Lee Smart Tray Enhances Your Electric Environment
Cautious Budgeting Campaigns
The Children’s Defense Fund Ads Help Kids' Futures
Companion Searching Stats
The History of Mobile Dating Infographic is An Amusing Read
Doll-Inspired LIghting
The Kokeshi Lamp is Reminiscent of the Popular Japanese Collectible
Superheroic Ketchup Equations
Viola Trentin Crafts an Ad Campaign Fusing Crusaders with Condiments
Internet Stardom Path Graphics
The ‘Evolution of Social Media Users’ Infographic is Co
Fake-Headed Cosplay Cafes
Kigurumi Cafe Has Waitresses Don Life-Size Fake Heads to Tie Up the Look
Seasonal Literature Illustrations
The 'Required Summer Reading' Comic by Grant Snider is Brilliant
Athletic Standing Stats
The 'Canada and the Olympics' Infographic is Patriotic
Olympic Swimmer Rivalry Parodies
The 'Call Me Lochte' Video Pits Phelps Against Lochte
Melodic Habits Graphics
The 'How Are You Listening to Music' Infographic Reveals Methodology
Lost-and-Found Tourist Blogs
The ‘You Are Here’ Tumblr Tracks Olympic Attendees
Tumblr-Wordpress Mashups
The 'Squarespace 6' Platform is an Easy to Customize All-in-One Blog
Immune System Safety Charts
The ‘HIV and Young People’ Infographic is a Health Reality
Web-Searching Charts
The 'How Big is the SEO Industry on the Internet?' Infographic is Smart
Server Complaint Blogs
The 'How May I Serve You' Tumblr Airs Popular Frustrations
Beverage Comparison Charts
The Cola vs Water Infographic Will Have You Thirsty for Aqua
Fleece Sweater Headrests
The HoodiePillow Brand Pillowcase is Perfect for Comfortable Lounging
Devilish Pooch Scarves
The Devil Horned Hand Knit Dog Snood is the Perfect Item for Halloween
Water-Inspired Music Lamps
The Wave LED Projector Mp3 Speaker Soothes Your Nerves
Internet-Connecting USB Devices
The CloudFTP Storage Keeps You Informed
Smartphone Search Infographics
This Chart Presents the Growing Preference of Phones for Browsing
Cute Custom Completion Stamps
The Gary Hunt 'Social Mail' Concept Encourages Snail Mail Use
Bitten Blow Up Doll Ads
The True Blood Campaign is Appropriately Provocative
Cyborg Social Media Charts
Learn From the 'Everyone on Twitter is a Robot' Infographic
Playful Puppet Music Videos
Ben Folds Five Teams Up with Fraggle Rock for the 'Do it Anyway' Video
Digital Usage Infographics
The Pew Research Center Examines the Millennials
Politically Determined Networking
The 'Politics of the Social Web' Infographic is Economic-Based
Songstress Sadness Trackers
The Lana Del Ray Mood Chart Details a Limited Range of Feelings
Connected Academic Advice
The Social Media and College Admissions Infographic is Helpful
Internet Feline Competitions
The Cat Video Film Festival Features the Best Kittys Around
Weather-Altering Budget Stats
The Smart Summer Spending Infographic Reveals Insightful Tips
Powerful Weather Simulators
The FIU Wall of Wind Prevents Hurricane Destruction and Damage
Rich Rock Star Infographics
This Chart Provides a Look into the Lives of the Wealthiest Rockstars
Hilarious Extreme Weather Clips
The Ultimate Hurricane Reporter Fails Compilation is Amusing
Wonderful Writable Cushions
The Notable Pillow Leaves Notes on a Comfortable Surface
Golden Gate City Guides
The Marriott ‘San Francisco’s Best-Kept Secrets’ Infogra
Internet Gibberish Converters
The 'Herp Derp' YouTube Extension Serves as a Commentator Police