Facts vs Info

When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.

Facts

Top 1,000 (very common)

Info

Informal Top 2,000 (common) B2 noun

Most formal: Facts Most common: Facts

	Facts	Info
Pronunciation	🇬🇧 //fæcts// 🇺🇸 //fæks//	🇬🇧 /["/ˈɪnfəʊ/"]/ 🇺🇸 /["/ˈɪnfəʊ/"]/
Meaning	Things that are true or can be proven.	Short for information; facts or details about something.
Example	The facts support our argument clearly.	For more info, click here.
Register	Neutral	Informal
How common	Top 1,000 (very common)	Top 2,000 (common)
CEFR level	-	B2
Part of speech		noun
Collocations	presents facts, check the facts, facts and figures, stated facts, established facts	send info, get info, provide info, access info, info about
Antonyms	fiction, falsehood, lie, myth	ignorance, misinformation, disinformation, secrecy
Common mistakes	Confusing 'facts' with 'opinions'., Using 'fact' in plural form incorrectly., Assuming all information is a fact without verification.	Using 'info' in formal contexts like academic papers., Confusing 'info' with 'infomercial' (which is a type of advertisement).
Usage notes	Use when discussing information that is verifiable. Avoid when talking about opinions or beliefs.	Use 'info' in casual conversations or messages. Avoid in formal writing or speeches where 'information' is preferred.

See it in real clips

The Queen Gambit › S1 E1

That a fact?

Agatha Christies Poirot › S1 E1

Yes, I do, as a matter of fact.

Sherlock › S1 E1

- Losing it, in fact. - He's your brother?

The Queen Gambit › S1 E1

That a fact?

Agatha Christies Poirot › S1 E1

Yes, I do, as a matter of fact.

Facts

Frequently asked questions: Facts vs Info

What's the difference between Facts and Info?

Facts: Things that are true or can be proven. Info: Short for information; facts or details about something.

Which is more formal: Facts and Info?

Facts is the most formal of these.

Which is more common: Facts and Info?

Facts is the most common in everyday English.

Can you show an example of each?

Facts: The facts support our argument clearly. Info: For more info, click here.

Can I use Facts and Info interchangeably?

Not always. Facts and Info are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.