The pace of development is staying fast. This weekend was all about defining the core economics of Wishplace and giving the app a professional polish. These updates ensure the platform remains high-quality as we move toward our first user demos.

Introducing Wishplace Credits

To ensure quality usage and prepare for future growth, we are moving to a credit-based system. This model helps distinguish serious buyers and keeps the map clean and relevant for everyone. Here is how the new monetization and credit model works:

  • Registration Bonus: Every new user receives 10 Credits for free upon sign-up.
  • Creating a Wish: Adding a specific address to your wishlist costs 1 Credit.
  • Adding a Property: For owners or agencies, listing a property costs 5 Credits.
  • Expiration and Fairness: Wishes expire after 3 months. However, if you delete a wish before it expires, your credit is immediately refunded to your account.

Design and user experience polish

A professional tool should feel great to use. I have focused on refining the interface to make the user experience as smooth as possible. These small details make a big difference in how users interact with the map and their saved locations.

We have now integrated the official Wishplace logo throughout the interface. Additionally, a new splash screen has been implemented to provide a slicker, faster-feeling startup experience when you open the app on your phone.

Next steps: Getting ready for demos

The concept is nearly complete and ready for early feedback. The goal is to show the app to real users to see how they interact with the inverse market logic. This feedback loop is essential for building a product people actually need.

The immediate roadmap includes finishing the design mock-up for the in-app chat feature. Once the remaining UI elements are tidied up, I will start conducting user demos to gather crucial insights. This will help refine the flow between buyers and owners before the full launch.

The vision for a more transparent market is coming together quickly. Wishplace is available on iOS and Android. Download the app.