Proof of Usefulness Report

Understood

Analysis completed on 2/1/2026

+617
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Understood.org is a verified, high-impact nonprofit with over $22M in annual revenue and millions of monthly visitors, addressing a critical need for neurodiversity support. However, the submission itself was of extremely low quality, containing hyperbolic claims ('most people have used my product') and missing data ('marketcap: null'). The score reflects the immense real-world value and scale of the organization, heavily penalized by the lack of effort and evidence in the submission, which necessitated independent verification.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+184.0
Audience Reach Impact+152.0
Technical Innovation+72.0
Evidence Of Traction+180.0
Market Timing Relevance+95.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+685.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.90
Final Score+617

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Understood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals with learning and thinking differences, such as ADHD and dyslexia. Through their platform, understood.org, they provide resources, tools, and a supportive community to help parents, educators, and individuals navigate challenges and achieve success. Their mission is to ensure that everyone who learns and thinks differently can thrive, offering personalized resources, expert advice, and a collaborative community to empower and inform.

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