Proof of Usefulness Report

Herb Apps

Analysis completed on 1/25/2026

+29
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The project 'Herb Apps' demonstrates significant red flags indicating a lack of genuine traction and usefulness. The claim that 'most people have used my product' is hyperbolic and unverifiable for a team of 6 established in 2023. The technology listed as simply 'Internet' suggests a low-effort submission or lack of technical depth. The 'marketcap: 500000' metric is ambiguous and likely misused. With no specific apps named or verifiable ecosystem presence, the project scores in the lowest tier.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+15
Audience Reach Impact+2
Technical Innovation+1.5
Evidence Of Traction+2.5
Market Timing Relevance+10
Functional Completeness+1
Subtotal+32
Usefulness Multiplierx0.9
Final Score+29

Project Details

Project URL
herbapps.com
Description
Hey, we're Herb! We're a team of Shopify and ecommerce experts (if we do say so ourselves) who have been working in the industry for quite a while now, so we know a thing or two about what's needed to create a great online shopping experience. We want to share our knowledge with the world, helping businesses to grow and drive conversions through our products and solutions. If you've got a Shopify store and need something unique to help your website stand out, we'd love to collaborate with you! Let's chat: hey@heyherb.io

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
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