Proof of Usefulness Report

Cloudinary

Analysis completed on 1/17/2026

+815
Proof of Usefulness Score
Unicorn Utility

Cloudinary is a verified 'unicorn' status market leader in media management, widely used by major enterprises and developers globally. While the submission itself was low-effort (confusing market cap with revenue and providing vague claims), the project's real-world utility, scale, and technical dominance are indisputable facts. The score reflects its status as critical internet infrastructure, penalized slightly only for the poor quality of the specific submission data provided.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+237
Audience Reach Impact+184
Technical Innovation+132
Evidence Of Traction+237
Market Timing Relevance+90
Functional Completeness+5
Subtotal+886
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+815

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Cloudinary is the market leader in providing a comprehensive cloud-based image and video management platform. Cloudinary is being used by hundreds of thousands of users around the world, from small startups to large enterprises. We are here to cover your every image and video-related need.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Cloud Computing, Media Production, Leadership
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