The phrase "online counterpart" refers to something or someone that has a similar purpose or function on the internet as it does in real life. Full definition
You can find downloadable versions as well as online counterparts. (pillowspot.com)
It has been quite the run for the game with also a more interactive online counterpart in the form of «GTA V Online,» which has also given its share of successes to the franchise. (gamenguide.com)
Unlike its U.S. online counterpart, which now sells more e-books than print, the German Kindle store sells only one e-book for every 100 print books, making up only.5 percent of total book sales last year. (goodereader.com)