Welcome to the site update July roundup! It’s been a solid six months since we last posted a full update, and there’s a whirlwind of activity happening behind the scenes of our platform. Below you’ll find everything from our mobile‑app roadmap and fresh editorial hires to payment tweaks, community outreach, and a sneak peek at our forthcoming publications. Plus, there’s a chance for a savvy reader to jump aboard a paid editorial role.
1 Mobile Strategy Unveiled
Let’s dive straight into the mobile conversation, because it’s on everyone’s lips right now. At present, about 45% of our audience accesses the site via a smartphone or tablet. That surge in mobile traffic has translated into a flood of requests for dedicated apps. I’m thrilled to announce that Phase I of our mobile plan is officially underway: an iOS app for iPhone. We’re targeting a launch window of three to four months. Once the iPhone version ships, Phase II will focus on Android devices, and Phase III will bring an iPad‑specific experience. Our design crew is already sketching out fresh concepts. We’ll also be adding offline‑reading capability so you can enjoy lists without an internet connection.
2 Multi‑Page Experiment Reversed
Some of you may have noticed a trial run with multi‑page articles a short while back. The idea was to generate a modest revenue stream to fund our mobile‑app ambitions. However, the feedback was overwhelmingly vocal, and many of you voiced a preference for single‑page posts. In response, we’ve reverted to the classic single‑page format. Rest assured, the app financing will come from other channels, and we’ll keep delivering the seamless, scroll‑free reading experience you love.
3 New Editorial Team Members
We’re delighted to welcome three fresh faces to our editorial roster, joining our seasoned editor Matt Hayes. Please give a warm virtual handshake to Micah Duke, Kier Harris, and Josh Sargent. They’re already hard at work raising the bar on content quality and consistency. Soon we’ll add short bios for each of them on the About page so you can get to know the people behind the lists.
4 Chief Editor Position Opening
We’re actively scouting for a part‑time chief editor. The role involves sifting through submitted lists, confirming sources, checking for plagiarism, handling queries from the editorial team, and coordinating daily with me on the site’s status. The chief editor will also give each list a final proofread before it goes live. Ideal candidates will possess an English command that surpasses even the most proficient native speakers, strong communication skills, and—most importantly—an encyclopedic knowledge of the types of lists that thrive on our platform. Long‑time readers who have been with us since the beginning are especially encouraged to apply. Interested parties should forward a full résumé and CV to the provided email address.
5 Submissions Database & Weekly Payments
I’ve been pouring energy into building a robust backend database that tracks submissions and payouts. It’s now largely complete, and every new list funnels through this system. The automation handles plagiarism scans, scheduling, posting, and editor assignments. This upgrade has liberated valuable time and granted us deeper insight into submission trends. Because of the new plagiarism‑checking workflow and our editors’ keen eyes, we’re shifting from instant payouts to a weekly schedule. This change lets us flag any plagiarized or poorly sourced material before payment, ultimately raising the factual integrity of the lists we publish.
6 Facebook Community & Engagement
If you haven’t already, head over to our Facebook page and give it a ‘like’. We regularly post polls, questions, and reader‑driven challenges that help shape the content we produce. The page also serves as an alternative contact channel if you’d rather message us there instead of emailing. We’re currently exploring the idea of running contests directly on Facebook, so stay tuned for announcements.
7 Published Books & Upcoming Volume
Did you know we already have three books on the market? They’re available for purchase worldwide, and they’ve helped many new readers discover our platform. Exciting news: we’re on the brink of sealing a deal for a fourth title, tentatively titled The Ultimate Book of Top 10 Lists: Volume 2. This will be our first new book in two years, and we’ll be crediting each author by name alongside their list in the upcoming edition.
8 Redesign Feedback Loop
Since rolling out the site redesign three months ago, we’ve been eager to hear how you’re finding the new layout. Please drop your thoughts in the comments: does everything run smoothly? Is there a feature you wish we’d add? Your feedback fuels our continuous improvement, so don’t hold back.
9 List Publishing Frequency Discussion
We’re passionate about lists, and we know you are too—that’s why you’re here! Currently, we publish three lists per day, but we’ve recently experimented with occasional four‑list days. How many lists could you comfortably read each day? Five? Six? Let us know your sweet spot in the comments so we can tailor our publishing cadence to your appetite.
10 Gratitude & Looking Ahead
Finally, a massive thank‑you for your patience while we’ve been deep in backend development. I’m excited to carve out time soon to write a list of my own—keep an eye out for that! A shout‑out goes to our moderators, who have been battling a recent uptick in trolling; your dedication keeps the community welcoming. Our platform just celebrated its sixth birthday three days ago, marking six years of top‑tier list content. Thanks to every reader, contributor, and fan who’s helped us grow and share the love of ranked knowledge.