Proof of Usefulness Report

Authorize.Net

Analysis completed on 1/14/2026

+513
Proof of Usefulness Score
Industry Mainstay

Authorize.Net is a verifiable industry giant (Visa subsidiary) with massive real-world utility and reach, justifying a high score despite the exceptionally poor quality of the submission ('most people have used my product'). While the submission provided almost no data, external validation confirms the project's scale (500+ team, established 1996). The score reflects elite traction and utility, dampened by legacy technical innovation status and the low-effort response.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+142
Audience Reach Impact+144
Technical Innovation+54
Evidence Of Traction+180
Market Timing Relevance+36
Functional Completeness+1
Subtotal+558
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+513

Project Details

Project URL
authorize.net
Description
Authorize.Net is a leading payment gateway service provider that enables businesses to accept credit card and electronic check payments through their websites and over an Internet Protocol (IP) connection. Founded in 1996, the company offers a range of payment solutions designed to simplify the payment process for merchants and their customers. With a focus on security and reliability, Authorize.Net provides features such as fraud detection, recurring billing, and secure customer data storage. The platform is widely used by small to medium-sized businesses seeking a robust and efficient way to manage online transactions.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Payments, Energy Solutions, Fintech
Traction Evidence
most people have used my product

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline