Zivity, the first subscription-based social network, has launched a host of new features today. Zivity provides a platform for models and photographers to showcase their work while providing them with the opportunity to earn money through royalties on their images. Because let’s be honest, people earning money for doing what they love, is what web 2.0 is about.
The most obvious new feature is a new user-centric navigation system. The top navigation bar now uses drop-down menus, providing users with easier access to key features of the site. Previously, users had not been provided with easy access to options like viewing all models or viewing the newest models.
Another change is in the leaderboard, where models, photographers and photo sets are featured according to popularity. Before the release, the leaderboard was laid out in a way that featured only the top one or two models, and the newest photo sets. The updated leaderboard allows for the top 20 of each category to be shown, making it easier for models to be featured. Users can also see if they have voted for the model or photo, by way of a blue “Vote” band on the lower left corner of the image.
The changes may be small, but they make a big difference. The task-oriented navigation bar is a critical step in streamlining the initial user experience. And since the models’ active involvement in the community creates the virtuous circle that drives the success of the site, giving them a better opportunity to showcase their images is very important.
The site is invite-only, but I just happen to have 10 invites for my readers. Each invitation comes with 5 free votes, and 2 friend invites. So if you would like to check out the new features, email me at siliconcalley [at] gmail [dot] com with your email, or leave it in the comments.
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