Proof of Usefulness Report

OpenWidget

Analysis completed on 1/27/2026

+42
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The submission for OpenWidget presents a functional, legitimate product (owned by Text/LiveChat) but fails significantly in the 'Proof' aspect of the methodology. The claims regarding audience reach ('everyone') and traction ('most people have used my product') are hyperbolic and unverifiable, resulting in severe penalties. While the software itself has real-world utility as a free widget toolkit, the submission provides zero concrete metrics, technical details, or valid evidence. The score reflects a high utility baseline adjusted downward for poor response quality and lack of substantiated traction.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+20.0
Audience Reach Impact+4.0
Technical Innovation+4.5
Evidence Of Traction+3.75
Market Timing Relevance+6.0
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+38.5
Usefulness Multiplierx1.10
Final Score+42

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Free Widgets for Websites

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