Proof of Usefulness Report

Popsixle

Analysis completed on 1/28/2026

+35
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The project 'Popsixle' is a legitimate Y Combinator (W22) B2B startup addressing iOS14 signal loss for Shopify merchants, which represents high real-world utility. However, the submission itself is of extremely low quality, containing false claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', audience is 'everyone') and missing critical data. While external verification confirms the company's existence and modest B2B traction (~22 Shopify reviews, seed stage), the PoU score is heavily penalized due to the lack of provided evidence and the delusional nature of the submission's reach claims.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+12.75
Audience Reach Impact+3.00
Technical Innovation+3.75
Evidence Of Traction+7.50
Market Timing Relevance+4.50
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+31.75
Usefulness Multiplierx1.1
Final Score+35

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Popsixleis in the AdTech 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