Proof of Usefulness Report

Instasell

Analysis completed on 1/23/2026

+142
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

Instasell (YC W22) is a legitimate video commerce platform, but the submission is of extremely low quality, containing false traction claims ('most people have used my product') and nonsensical revenue data ('marketcap: null'). While the underlying technology addresses a relevant market trend (live commerce), verified external data indicates minimal revenue (~$45k/year) and early-stage traction, contradicting the submission's exaggerated reach. The score is heavily penalized for lack of credible evidence and poor response quality.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+25.0
Audience Reach Impact+10.0
Technical Innovation+15.0
Evidence Of Traction+7.5
Market Timing Relevance+70.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+15.38
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+141

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Instasellis in the Video Commerce Industry

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