Proof of Usefulness Report

Westbold

Analysis completed on 2/2/2026

+32
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

Westbold addresses a valid niche (privacy and SMS verification) with a clear utility for users seeking anonymity. However, the evaluation is severely impacted by the lack of verifiable data and hyperbolic claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product'). While the business likely exists and has been operational since 2022, the submission fails to provide any concrete evidence of traction, revenue, or team structure, resulting in a score reflecting 'minimal verifiable traction'.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+14.00
Audience Reach Impact+2.00
Technical Innovation+4.80
Evidence Of Traction+1.88
Market Timing Relevance+6.00
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+28.93
Usefulness Multiplierx1.12
Final Score+32

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Our products are web applications that provide text verifications, longer-term use of a second phone number, and proxy services. We're constantly thinking about ways to expand what we offer, but our core focus is always around privacy, freedom, removing censorship, and circumventing social media/advertisement tracking. \n\nAn example customer would be someone who wants a second phone number to create separate accounts for their business, without having to use their personal accounts, and without having to give out their personal phone number and opening themselves up to more spam calls/texts.

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