In an exciting development for the world of social media and blockchain, Friendzone has teamed up with Polygon to bring a new wave of innovation to social platforms. By integrating blockchain technology, Friendzone is on a mission to revolutionize how influencers and communities interact, engage, and reap the benefits of an adaptive and rewarding digital ecosystem.

Launch on Polygon: A Strategic Leap Forward

Today marks a significant milestone for Friendzone as they go live on the Polygon proof-of-stake (PoS) blockchain. With sights set on transitioning to Polygon zkEVM in the near future, Friendzone is laying the groundwork for a scalable and user-centric Web3 experience. “Choosing Polygon PoS as our first blockchain was a strategic decision rooted in our shared commitment to scalability and our alignment in the development of consumer-centric Web3 applications,” explains Kevin Lu, CEO and Co-Founder of Friendzone.

A Dual-Layered Platform for Enhanced Social Connectivity

The Friendzone platform is designed with a dual-layered approach to meet the diverse needs of its users. The surface layer offers a user-friendly interface for managing social connections and activities. Beneath that, the LayerSocial feature empowers developers to create innovative applications that leverage the platform’s rich social data and connections, according to Lu’s press release.

The Journey from Off-Chain to On-Chain

Before embracing the blockchain, Friendzone had already made strides in social engagement with an off-chain application. Developed by industry veterans from Band Protocol, Synthetix, and Koinly, the platform is now set to enhance its ecosystem through strategic app integrations.

Monetization and User Growth

The launch of Friend.tech earlier in August had sparked a flurry of excitement, offering influencers a novel way to monetize their networks via a chatroom-like service. While the initial buzz has quieted, Friendzone’s recent growth spurt is nothing short of impressive, boasting a 600% increase in registered users and the completion of thousands of user quests in just one month.

Exclusive Early Access and Future Plans

Friendzone’s pre-launch progressive web app saw over 3,000 early registrations, initially open only to a select group of partners, investors, and event attendees. This exclusive access underscores the platform’s commitment to building a solid foundation before opening up to a wider audience.

Polygon’s Expanding Partnerships

Alongside Friendzone, Polygon has been busy forging new partnerships, such as with Immutable for the launch of their zkEVM Mainnet. This collaboration aims to create an ecosystem tailored for gaming, offering Ethereum’s security features, improved scalability, and a gas-free experience for users.

With Friendzone and Polygon’s partnership, the future of social media on the blockchain looks more promising and interconnected than ever.