Proof of Usefulness Report

Tap!

Analysis completed on 1/31/2026

+3
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The project appears to be an inactive or non-existent dating app submission with significant data integrity issues. The 'Business Type' field incorrectly describes a wearable keyboard product (likely a copy-paste error from 'Tap Systems'), while the description outlines a dating app. The URL 'tapdatingapp.com' is not indexed or accessible. The traction claim 'most people have used my product' is demonstrably false and hyperbolic. The 'Technologies Used' list is generic and non-technical. With no verifiable footprint, a 2015 launch date, and contradictory submission data, the project lacks credibility.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+1.25
Audience Reach Impact+0.00
Technical Innovation+0.38
Evidence Of Traction+0.00
Market Timing Relevance+0.50
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+2.38
Usefulness Multiplierx1.15
Final Score+3

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Tap! has re-imagined what a dating app should really be like. Our innovative features bring life back into mobile-dating, creating a fresh, fun, and comprehensive experience that you'll love!\n\nDating apps have become increasingly dissatisfying to their audience. The average user has 3-4 different apps downloaded on their phone, none of which fulfill their needs. This is because these apps are all built off the same feature-foundation… just rehashing and rebranding to offer the same basic experience. Simply put, the mobile-dating industry has lost it's innovation, creativity, and vision.\n\nFinally, a new and better experience is here, with Tap! Our TWO revolutionary features create an app unlike any other on the market.\n\nNEARBY MATCHING\n\nApproaching someone new isn’t always easy. Every day we come across interesting people that catch our eye, wishing we could somehow connect. But too often these passing glances become missed opportunities. Until now...\n\nNearby Matching is a core feature of Tap! which uses Bluetooth to connect you with others within eyesight in real-time. But we didn't stop there...\n\nOPEN DATE\n\nDating apps have this exhausting process of: \n 1. swiping through hundreds of profiles\n 2. getting a match (if you’re lucky)\n 3. initiating conversation\n 4. facing patchy messaging\n 5. and ultimately (hopefully) meeting someone\n While VERY few matches (less than 2%) ever lead to an actual date.\n\nWith Open Date, skip the hassle! First, schedule an event directly on Tap! to look for potential dates. Then view a list of users who are free at the same time \u0026 place as you. All that's left is to match with the one you like and you’re all set for your new date!

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