Proof of Usefulness Report

TrustArc

Analysis completed on 2/17/2026

+449
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

TrustArc is a verified market leader in data privacy management (formerly TRUSTe), founded in 1997 with significant global scale (~750 employees). While the submission text was low-effort (e.g., 'most people have used my product', 'MysticWalker'), the verifiable reality of the project's reach and utility drives a high score. The project fits the 'Much larger scale' calibration tier (400-700), though it scores at the lower end of that bracket due to the lack of specific technical detail and poor response quality in the submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+118.75
Audience Reach Impact+108.00
Technical Innovation+26.25
Evidence Of Traction+142.50
Market Timing Relevance+42.50
Functional Completeness+2.50
Subtotal+440.5
Usefulness Multiplierx1.02
Final Score+449

Project Details

Project URL
trustarc.com
Description
Data privacy regulations change daily, with new laws introduced worldwide. Keeping up with these changes and remaining compliant is necessary for any organization that wants to avoid fines and loss of consumer trust. Using the TrustArc Privacy Management Platform, privacy leaders can simplify and automate their privacy program. This single platform experience is delivered through its unique combination of privacy frameworks, insights, intelligence, knowledge, and operations. Only TrustArc can deliver the depth of continuous privacy intelligence, coupled with a fully automated platform for end-to-end privacy management that’s essential for navigating today’s ever-changing digital world.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
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