Proof of Usefulness Report

Simple Influence

Analysis completed on 2/3/2026

+228
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

Simple Influence is a legitimate, verified influencer marketplace in South Africa, actively connecting brands with over 12,000 creators. Notable strengths include its graduation from the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa and active paid campaigns (e.g., PrimeXBT). However, the Proof of Usefulness score is constrained by the submission's extremely poor quality (hyperbolic claims like 'everyone' and missing data) and the project's regional, early-stage nature. While the 'Minimal traction' guidelines suggest a lower score, the accelerator backing and verified operational status elevate it to the 'Small but promising' tier.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+100.0
Audience Reach Impact+10.0
Technical Innovation+30.0
Evidence Of Traction+45.0
Market Timing Relevance+60.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+247.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+228

Project Details

Description
Simple Influence is an ecommerce content creator marketplace. Our technology connects marketers with content creators, enabling their interactions to be completed at scale.

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