Facto - Share Little-Known Facts About Yourself

Discovering Facto: A Unique Self-Disclosure Platform

Previously, we explored Formspring, a platform allowing users to pose questions to others. This facilitates learning about individuals through direct inquiry, and it proved to be quite engaging.

Now, we're introducing Facto, which operates on a similar principle of engagement but with a reversed dynamic. It shares the addictive quality of Formspring, yet presents a different approach to online interaction.

How Facto Differs from Formspring

Unlike Formspring, where users receive questions, Facto empowers you to proactively share intriguing details about yourself. Instead of answering queries, you present little-known facts for others to discover.

These self-authored facts are designed for easy dissemination across various social media platforms, such as Twitter. This allows for broad reach and encourages interaction.

Sharing and Receiving Feedback

Friends and followers can readily access your shared facts. They can then provide feedback through a selection of pre-defined response options, fostering a quick and simple exchange.

Facto provides a novel way to reveal aspects of your personality and experiences. It’s a platform built around self-expression and social connection.

Key Features of Facto

• Self-Disclosure: The core function is to share unique and interesting facts about yourself.
• Social Sharing: Facts can be easily shared on platforms like Twitter.
• Simple Feedback: Friends can quickly react to your facts with pre-set options.
• Addictive Engagement: Like Formspring, Facto is designed to be highly engaging and encourage repeat use.

Facto offers a compelling alternative to traditional question-and-answer formats. It shifts the focus to proactive self-presentation and invites others to learn more about you on your own terms.

The Origin of Facto

Facto was brought to life by Kyle Bragger, also the creator of Forrst – a platform designed for designers and developers to connect. Having worked alongside Kyle at VaynerMedia, I can personally attest to his capabilities.

He single-handedly built Facto, transforming it from an initial idea into a fully functional tool within just 24 hours.

Rapid Recognition

The platform quickly garnered attention, receiving coverage from prominent blogs soon after its launch.

Bragger documented the entire development journey on his personal website. Those interested in a deeper understanding of the process are encouraged to explore his detailed account.

This blog post provides insight into the challenges and triumphs experienced during Facto’s creation.

• Creator: Kyle Bragger
• Previous Project: Forrst
• Development Time: 24 hours

The swift development and subsequent media coverage highlight the demand for a tool like Facto within the design and development communities.

Getting Started with Facto

To begin using Facto, a directory listing service, navigate to the main page and submit a personal fact. Recognizing this might present a challenge, several examples are provided for guidance.

After posting your initial fact, you can then select a username and establish your account.

Adding and Sharing Facts

Begin adding facts individually. You have the option to simultaneously broadcast these facts to Twitter and share them with friends on Facebook.

Alternatively, a direct link to your profile can be disseminated on platforms like Twitter or Tumblr, should you prefer.

Profile Display and User Interaction

Each visitor to your profile will be presented with a randomly selected fact from your collection, such as "My favorite animal is a monkey" or "I never obtained a driver's license".

Beneath each displayed fact, viewers can express their response by clicking a reaction button.

Available Reactions

The available reaction choices include Knew that!, Didn't know that, Me too!, Awesome, Whoa, Weird!, Boring, and No way.

When a user selects a reaction, their profile picture will be displayed alongside their vote for others to view. Clicking on this picture will redirect you to that user’s profile.

Exploring User Profiles

A link is provided on each profile page allowing you to view all of a user’s submitted facts at once.

Final Thoughts

The concept of discovering intriguing details about individuals through shared facts is particularly appealing. It presents a departure from platforms like Formspring, as the information revealed on Facto often pertains to subjects one wouldn't typically inquire about directly.

Regardless of whether you possess a wealth of personal anecdotes to contribute, exploring the facts shared by others promises an enjoyable experience. Furthermore, the platform allows users to solicit facts about themselves from others.

If you believe your close acquaintances have a unique perspective on your character, inviting their participation can be a rewarding endeavor.

What are your impressions of this approach? Will you be establishing a profile on Facto?