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1000 Fans MVP Specification

· 5 min read
Greg Martin
Greg Martin
Knucklehead

Overview​

This document outlines the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) features for the 1000 Fans platform, covering both web and iOS implementations. The MVP focuses on core functionality that enables artists to connect with their true fans through subscriptions and exclusive content.

Open Questions​

  • Should we create 2 separate web sites?
    • 1000fans.com (for fans)
    • artist.1000fans.com (for artists)
  • Should we create 2 separate iOS apps
    • 1 for fans
    • 1 for artists

Core Features​

Authentication & User Management​

  • Email-based signup/login for both artists and fans
  • Facebook, GMail signup/login for both artists and fans
  • Basic profile management
  • Role-based access (artist vs. fan)
    • For Web and iOS UI, consider separate site/app for artist vs fan
    • Goal would be to keep it simple for the user
  • Password reset functionality
  • Session management and token-based authentication
    • ChatGPT recommended this bullet point. Worth discussing.

Artist Features​

Profile Management​

  • Artist profile setup with bio, photo, and social links
  • Basic analytics dashboard showing subscriber count and revenue
  • Subscription pricing (artist can choose subscription price)
    • Artist needs to know that 1000 Fans requires a minimum of $10
    • 1000 Fans will keep $10, the rest goes to artist

Content Management​

  • Upload and manage exclusive content (audio, video, text)
  • Schedule content releases
    • Artist can upload content and set a "datetime" when it will become visible
  • Basic content organization system
  • Support for common media formats:
    • Audio: MP3, WAV
    • Video: MP4, M4A
    • Images: JPG, PNG
    • Text: HTML support for posts
    • We should provide help guidance for artists. Let them know what file dimensions are allowed/recommended for all of their media and content.

Fan Engagement​

  • Post updates to subscribers
    • These will go to subscribers as Push notifications on mobile app
  • View subscriber stats
    • Subscriber Count
    • New Subscriber Growth
    • Lost Subscriber Count (ones that didn't renew)
  • Basic messaging system for broadcast communications

Fan Features​

Discovery & Subscription​

  • Browse artist profiles
  • View artist's public content
  • Subscribe to artists
  • Manage active subscriptions
  • Payment integration (Stripe) (Web Only)

Content Access​

  • Access exclusive content from subscribed artists
  • Content feed showing latest releases
  • Basic content filtering and sorting

Platform-Specific Implementation​

Web UI (Priority 1)​

Technology Stack​

  • React/Next frontend
  • Responsive design supporting desktop and mobile browsers

Key Interfaces​

  1. Landing Page

    • Platform introduction
    • Featured artists
    • Registration/login options

  2. Artist Dashboard

    • Content management interface
    • Subscriber metrics
    • Revenue tracking

  3. Fan Experience

    • Content feed
    • Artist discovery
    • Subscription management
    • Payment processing

iOS App (Priority 2)​

Technical Requirements​

  • Swift UI implementation
  • iOS 15.0+ support
  • iPhone optimization (iPad support deferred)

Key Features​

  1. Core Navigation

  2. Media Playback

    • Native audio player integration
    • Background audio support
    • Download manager for offline access
    • Lock screen controls

  3. Push Notifications

    • New content alerts
    • Subscription renewal reminders
    • Artist update notifications

MVP Limitations & Constraints​

Feature Constraints​

  • Limited to 3 subscription tiers per artist
  • Maximum file size: 500MB per upload
  • Maximum resolution for video: 1080p
  • Content organization limited to basic tagging
  • No live streaming capability
  • No direct messaging between artists and individual fans
  • Basic search functionality only

Technical Constraints​

  • Initial release limited to US market
  • Payment processing in USD only
  • No offline mode for web version
  • Limited analytics data in MVP
  • No content recommendation system
  • No social features (sharing, commenting)

Success Metrics​

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)​

  1. User Acquisition

    • Number of registered artists
    • Number of registered fans
    • Conversion rate from free to paid

  2. Engagement

    • Monthly Active Users (MAU)
    • Content consumption metrics
    • Average session duration

  3. Revenue

    • Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR)
    • Average Revenue Per User (ARPU)
    • Churn rate

Release Strategy​

Phase 1: Web Platform​

  1. Private beta with select artists
  2. Public beta with waitlist
  3. General availability

Phase 2: iOS App​

  1. TestFlight beta with existing users
  2. App Store release
  3. Feature parity with web platform

Post-MVP Considerations​

Features intentionally deferred for future releases:

  • Android app development
  • Enhanced analytics and reporting
  • Direct messaging system
  • Live streaming capabilities
  • Content recommendation engine
  • Social features and community tools
  • International market expansion
  • Additional payment methods
  • Enhanced content organization tools
  • Collaborative features for artists

This MVP specification will be regularly reviewed and updated based on user feedback and development progress.