A new app, Suggesterfy, is a platform for positive recommendations only that
allows you to access all your friends’ favourite places in just a few taps
Melbourne, 17 August 2023: A new app that gives you access to all of your friends’ favourite
places to go has officially launched.
Suggesterfy is an innovative new social discovery mobile app that has been designed to simplify
decision-making and enhance the way users discover trusted recommendations within their
trusted network. With a mission to promote positivity and help users make informed choices,
Suggesterfy aims to be the go-to platform for personalised suggestions in today’s overwhelming
digital age.
Founded by Melbourne-based mum of three Deanna Bugalski, her inspiration for Suggesterfy
came during the challenging period of repetitive lockdowns in 2020. After struggling to find
advice and recommendations of things to do and places to see with her family, Deanna had the
idea to create a platform that allows anyone to find trustworthy advice within their circle of
friends.
With Deanna’s background in retail and the beauty industry, and her keen interest in business,
Suggesterfy was borne out of passion, with her core mission being empowering people to share
positive suggestions and recommendations with their trusted networks.
“In a world of information overload, finding reliable and personalised recommendations can be a
challenging task. There is an abundance of choices for products, services, travel destinations
and entertainment that we found to be completely overwhelming, especially when catering to a
family of five,” said Suggesterfy Founder Deanna Bugalski.
“We wanted to do something about that, so Suggesterfy was born. The app tailors
recommendations to each user’s interests and preferences, ensuring that they discover options
that align with their unique tastes and needs. With features like the ability to post questions,
search through hashtags, and explore a map of social proof, it’s now easier for users to find
exactly what they are looking for, rather than having to use a search engine and trawl through
several articles.”
The app also tackles the problem with the way online reviews are currently shared, by instead
only sharing positive advice and recommendations amongst peers.
“The way reviews about businesses currently work is extremely flawed. There are thousands of
social media groups that exist solely for people to be hired to write good reviews about
businesses, or to help remove negative reviews and comments,” said Deanna.
“I wanted to make sure small businesses are supported and showcased through Suggesterfy.
These businesses rely on positive, word-of-mouth referrals and promotions and I wanted to
make sure the app helped support these local businesses and in turn, communities.
“So in a world that can often be filled with negativity, Suggesterfy is instead spreading positive
advice. We believe that sharing positive experiences and recommendations can uplift
individuals and foster a supportive online community.”
Suggesterfy allows users to connect with their trusted network of friends, family, or experts,
creating a platform where valuable recommendations can be accessed in one place. Through
the collective wisdom of these connections, users can benefit from their experiences, insights,
and preferences, making the decision-making process more informed and tailored to individual
interests. By focusing on leveraging personal connections and word-of-mouth
recommendations, the app seeks to make the social discovery process efficient, relevant, and
trustworthy.
Suggesterfy is now available for download on both iOS and Android devices. For more
information about Suggesterfy and its features, please visit https://www.suggesterfy.com/.