Andrew Garfield is keeping it real about his online habits. Even without official social media profiles, The Amazing Spider-Man actor admits he still gets pulled into endless scrolling, and has found a low-key way to do it.
Andrew Garfield reveals he has creeper accounts on social media
Speaking at the London premiere of The Magic Faraway Tree, Andrew Garfield opened up about something many people can relate to: doomscrolling. Despite staying off public platforms, he said he still falls into the same trap as everyone else. “I’m just as bad as everyone else,” he admitted, adding that he’s “not immune” to the addictive nature of social media.
The 42-year-old actor explained that while fans won’t find verified accounts under his name, he does use private profiles. He called them “creeper accounts,” which he uses to browse content quietly. “I don’t have social media… I have, like, creeper accounts in certain places,” he shared, noting that he has to stay “very, very disciplined” to avoid overusing them.
This isn’t the first time his secret scrolling has come up. His We Live in Time co-star Florence Pugh once accidentally exposed his habits during a lighthearted interview. She hinted that Garfield browses platforms like X (formerly Twitter), even though he quickly denied having any official presence. The moment confirmed what fans suspected: he’s watching, just not posting.
Garfield also shared a broader perspective on the digital discipline. He said he’s genuinely impressed by people who can manage their screen time, especially parents balancing kids and online distractions. He called that level of control “impossible” and said he admires those who pull it off successfully.
Garfield has had a really solid career. He broke out with The Social Network and later became Spider-Man in The Amazing Spider-Man films. He has also headlined emotional movies like Hacksaw Ridge and Tick, Tick… Boom! too. He has also won awards, including a Golden Globe, and earned multiple Oscar nominations. What stands out is how natural he feels on screen. Whether it’s drama or action, he keeps things real and easy to connect with.
Originally written by Rishabh Shandilya on Mandatory.
