SocialEngine

  SocialEngine has officially launched  version 7.3.0  of its PHP-based community platform, introducing an array of powerful new features, significant improvements, and critical bug fixes designed to enhance both user experience and administrative control. This release reflects extensive user feedback and marks a notable milestone in the platform’s evolution. New Features SocialEngine Self-Hosted 7.3.0 includes five major new plugins and options: User Profile Lock Plugin : Enhances privacy by allowing users to lock their profiles. GDPR Plugin : Helps site owners stay compliant with General Data Protection Regulation requirements. Web & Mobile Push Notifications : Keeps users informed with real-time browser-based alerts. Generative AI Plugin : Adds AI capabilities within mobile apps, allowing for smarter, more dynamic user experiences. Invite User Option in Admin Panel : Admins can now directly invite users from the “Manage Invites” section. Additionally, the Harmony t...

  SocialEngine has officially released the  Self-Hosted 7.2.0 version , delivering a significant upgrade packed with  new features, enhancements, and bug fixes  to improve user experience for both site owners and community members. 🔧  New Features A  refresh option  is now available in the SE captcha. Member-level based block settings  have been introduced in the admin panel. A new search option for the  "Do not sell my personal information"  setting is added. Comment ordering options in the activity feed have been revamped. Users can now  translate content  directly within the activity feed. The  Cryptocurrency Payment Gateway  now supports  multiple admin-configurable cryptocurrencies  at checkout. Wallet and support links  are now integrated into the mobile app interface. Users can also view their  wallet amount  beneath their username in the mobile dashboard. 🚀  Improvements Login a...

  The blog titled  “ So you want to create a Social Network, and you want it to be vibrant ”  offers a candid and practical guide to building a successful online community. The author emphasizes that there is no foolproof formula for community growth due to the unpredictable nature of human behavior and trends. Instead, the blog presents a set of actionable strategies grounded in personal experience, encouraging an open discussion among readers. 1. Build Around Your Passion:  The blog's first piece of advice is to create a community centered on something you are genuinely passionate about. The author argues that passion is essential because, as a community leader, your enthusiasm will directly influence the community's growth and sustainability. Even if the idea is not overtly marketable, the vastness of the internet ensures that a passionate niche audience exists. When the community reflects something you love, the lines between work and leisure blur, keeping you mo...

  The blog emphasizes that  building an online community  is a long-term endeavor that requires consistent effort and genuine engagement, rather than a quick marketing tactic. Unlike social media followings or CPC campaigns, a true community comprises real people who share common interests and want to connect meaningfully. The blog highlights that creating a successful online community involves five key pillars: making connections, engaging genuinely, showing appreciation, simplifying user experience, and knowing when to step back. 1. Making Connections: To establish an online community, the first step is to connect with potential members on platforms where they already interact, such as Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, or Reddit. Authentic interactions are essential - this means not just broadcasting messages but actually engaging in conversations to understand what potential members value. The blog advises conducting informal research by asking questions like, “Would you wa...