Proof of Usefulness Report

DreamHost

Analysis completed on 2/6/2026

+689
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

DreamHost is a highly established, verification-worthy industry leader in web hosting with massive reach and verified traction (hosting over 1.5 million websites). While the project entity represents top-tier real-world utility and scale (exceeding the calibration benchmark significantly), the specific submission provided was low-effort, containing vague descriptions ('Computer Software'), hyperbole ('most people have used my product'), and potentially erroneous metrics ($17M market cap). The score reflects the undeniable success and scale of the business, penalized slightly for the lack of technical detail and quality in the response.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+212.5
Audience Reach Impact+180.0
Technical Innovation+67.5
Evidence Of Traction+225.0
Market Timing Relevance+70.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+757.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.91
Final Score+689

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Leaders in Managed WordPress hosting, DreamHost gives people the tools to own their online presence. We believe in the power of the Open Web and the people that make it happen. Visit https://www.dreamhost.com/ for more information.

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