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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