1. Anonymous Profile

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•  Aligned with user-centric design principles, we strategically incorporated an anonymous user feature into the Block app, optimizing the sense of exploration within users' local blocks. By offering a flexible experience, we empower users to venture out and immerse themselves in their surroundings without any privacy or safety concerns. To provide added personalization, we introduced an optional premium feature that facilitates secure identity sharing between users who mutually agree to connect and establish friendships. This meticulous approach underscores our commitment to user control, privacy, and the delicate balance between anonymity and fostering meaningful connections within the vibrant Block community.

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• To enhance the uniqueness and visual appeal of the application, we introduced a feature that allows users to select avatars during the account creation process. This addition not only adds a touch of personalization and self-expression but also enhances the overall aesthetics of the app. By offering a range of diverse and visually captivating avatars, users can choose the one that resonates with their individual style and personality, further enriching their experience within the Block app.

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2. Map Exploration

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• The Block app will have a "Map-Centric" approach, where users are directed to the map upon landing in the app. Through automatic geolocation, the app promptly identifies the user's current location, presenting a personalized experience by highlighting nearby adventurous spots within their specific block. To encourage exploration beyond their immediate surroundings, the app provides intuitive zoom functionality, enabling users to freely navigate and discover points of interest beyond their block boundaries. This map-centric design approach enhances user engagement and empowers individuals to uncover captivating experiences both within and outside their local area.

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3. Pinning feature​

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• Pinning feature allows users to mark adventurous spots within a specified radius around their block. By utilizing the pinning feature, users can designate and save these exciting locations within a customizable distance range, such as within #km. This functionality enables users to make their own collection of preferred spots and ensures that they have easy access to their selected adventurous destinations whenever they desire to explore their block and its vicinity.