Conveyr is a new Indian-made social media application aiming to disrupt the landscape by offering a unique blend of features and a strong focus on user experience and data security.
Inspired by the perceived shortcomings of existing social media giants, Conveyr aims to provide a truly ‘Indian’ social media experience. The platform acknowledges the dominance of foreign companies in the social media sphere and aspires to offer a domestic alternative that adheres to Indian regulations.
Key Features for a Rich User Experience
Conveyr boasts a range of features designed to enhance user engagement and combat issues prevalent on other platforms. Here’s a breakdown of some key functionalities:
- C-Chime: This feature allows users to share various content formats like GIFs, videos, live streams, and audio snippets. However, to curb the spread of misinformation, re-posting is restricted. Users can comment on chimes but cannot share them further. This fosters discussion around the original post and helps identify the source of information.
- C-Blog: This allows users to express themselves in detail on various topics, with a character limit of 1000. Users can like, comment, and download blog posts, making it a space for in-depth exploration of ideas.
- C-Chat: This module prioritizes user privacy with end-to-end encryption. It offers features like group creation for communities, friends, or family, chat pinning for easy access, and a dedicated chat window for users to connect directly with Conveyr administrators.
Prioritizing User Privacy and Security
Conveyr recognizes the growing concerns about data security and fake news. Here’s how they address these issues:
- Data Security: The platform undergoes regular IT audits and aims for ISO 27001 certification to ensure robust data security practices. Additionally, they have plans for frequent server monitoring to prevent security breaches.
- Combating Misinformation: By restricting re-posting and holding users accountable for their posts, Conveyr aims to make it harder for false information to spread virally. Users are linked to their posts, fostering a sense of responsibility for content shared.
A Vision for the Future
Conveyr’s development roadmap is ambitious. They plan to:
- Enhance Data Security: Exploring options for storing user data offline and providing unique user IDs are part of their plan.
- Become a Super App: The vision is to transform Conveyr into a one-stop platform offering a variety of services like cloud storage (Drive12), games (ConveyrGames), news (ConveyrNews), and healthcare services (ConveyrHealth).
Conveyr is currently targeted solely at Indian users. They plan to expand globally only after ensuring compliance with regulations in other countries. User feedback plays a crucial role in shaping the platform. The app is designed to address connectivity issues and provide Indian users with a platform that caters to their specific needs.
Facing Development Challenges and Moving Forward
The journey of creating Conveyr wasn’t without hurdles. Manish encountered challenges like:
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Finding Developers: With a background in finance, Manish had to overcome the hurdle of finding skilled app developers. Extensive searching and outreach finally yielded a team to bring the vision to life.
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Technical Communication: Understanding technical jargon used by developers posed a challenge, leading to some initial misunderstandings about feature implementation. To bridge this gap, Manish embarked on a personal journey of learning IT, taking courses in Business Analytics, MCA (Masters in Computer Applications), and even Python and Artificial Intelligence.
Fostering Meaningful Connections
Conveyr aims to create a space for productive discussions on diverse topics. Through C-Chime and C-Blog, users can engage in discussions and connect directly with each other. The platform offers an optional ‘direct connect’ feature that allows users to exchange contact information and continue conversations on C-Chat.
Standing Out from the Crowd
Conveyr differentiates itself through:
- Focus on User Privacy: The emphasis on data security and combating misinformation sets Conveyr apart.
- Made-in-India Approach: The app caters specifically to the Indian user base and plans to offer localized features and benefits.
While success stories and impactful user experiences are yet to emerge due to the app’s current development stage, the potential for positive community building is evident.
A Made-in-India Success Story
As an Indian-made app, Conveyr aims to empower the Indian digital ecosystem. The platform prioritizes serving the Indian market first, with plans to offer features for free to Indian users and with monetization models for international audiences. The goal is to create a “super app” that caters to a wide range of user needs, ultimately achieving global recognition.
Conveyr’s journey is just beginning, but its commitment to user privacy, meaningful connections, and innovation positions it as a potential game-changer in the social media landscape, particularly for the Indian market.
Website – https://www.conveyr.in/