How do you feel about new Product Hunt changes?
Business Marketing with Nika
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I noticed recent changes in the web UI and I need to say that these are likeable.
+ Apart from that there appeared (probably) sponsored banners between launches.
What other changes with this platform would you welcome?
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Johan Steneros@jsteneros
Looks more clear, clean and structured.
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@jsteneros I like it more :)
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I like the new UI!
One thing that caught my attention, though, is how the number of comments is visible during the first few hours. It feels a bit contradictory to hiding upvotes, as it might still influence user behavior. That said, I’m curious to see how this evolves!
One change I’d personally welcome is the ability to add images to comments (for example, to share screenshots).
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@busmark_w_nika oh, the bigger number of notifications is a great one!
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@morgane_prr Yes, rn, adding images is only with help of html :)
When it comes to additional suggestions, I would welcome a bigger number of notifications in circle. It is quite small for my eyesight :D
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@morgane_prr you can imagine me rn :D
I think, that the ability to send updates directly to people who follow you and your product would be nice. Of course, with some anti-spam measures in place. For now, it seems like there isn't many opportunities to interact with them. Or maybe I'm missing something?
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@karl_mechkin it would make this platform like social media. I think that it should be optional for users to get these updates. That would be fair.
@busmark_w_nika I thought about something more like a newsletter, where once in a while you can send an update to people who liked/followed your product as a notification.
I feel the same way, Nika. UI is cleaner and more task focused now. Happy with the way things are currently.
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JJ, It looks fresh and belonging to 2024 – 2025 era :D @pragadeesh_natarajan
The recent changes to Product Hunt's web UI seem to have been well-received by some users, especially the aesthetic improvements and enhanced usability. The inclusion of sponsored banners between launches could be seen as a strategic move to better monetize the platform while providing visibility to brands and products. However, this shift could also raise concerns about the platform's focus on organic, community-driven content.
As for other changes that could enhance the Product Hunt experience, here are a few suggestions:
### 1. **Improved Search and Filtering**
- **Why**: As Product Hunt grows, it becomes more difficult to discover relevant products quickly. Advanced search and better filtering options would help users narrow down results based on specific categories, features, or tags, improving product discovery.
### 2. **Personalized Recommendations**
- **Why**: With users seeing an increasing number of products daily, tailored recommendations based on user interests, past interactions, and followed categories would enhance the user experience and make the platform feel more personalized.
### 3. **Better Community Engagement Features**
- **Why**: Strengthening community interaction with more dynamic commenting options, like upvoting comments or starting discussions around product features, would deepen user engagement. Additionally, enabling product creators to respond to feedback directly in the thread could foster stronger connections.
### 4. **A More Detailed Product Analytics Dashboard**
- **Why**: For creators and startups, a more robust analytics dashboard would be helpful to track user engagement, upvotes, traffic sources, and feedback over time. This would allow businesses to optimize their launches more effectively and understand their audience better.
### 5. **Product Hunt for Mobile**
- **Why**: Enhancing the mobile experience with a more fluid interface for browsing, upvoting, and engaging would make the platform more accessible on the go. A dedicated mobile app could allow users to interact with the community more easily, increasing user engagement.
### 6. **Better Integration with Other Platforms**
- **Why**: Integrating Product Hunt with other tools and platforms, like Slack, Twitter, or GitHub, would allow product creators and users to share content, news, and updates more seamlessly. It could help with cross-platform engagement and visibility for new launches.
### 7. **Creator Tools for Launch Optimization**
- **Why**: Offering additional resources for creators, such as guides for optimizing product descriptions or tools to manage and schedule launch dates, would make the process smoother. Additionally, resources on how to effectively market a product on Product Hunt could benefit creators unfamiliar with the platform.
### 8. **Increased Transparency Around Sponsored Content**
- **Why**: If sponsored banners become more common, it's crucial that the platform maintains transparency with users, clearly distinguishing between organic content and sponsored placements. This will ensure the community feels the platform remains fair and user-driven.