ETHOS is a social network designed to improve the quality of discourse we can have online. Content focusses on shared causes, and with every session, users should feel better about themselves and the impact of their time spent online.
Everyone has something they care about, and many many people feel rubbish after using social media. What's the link? Well, I believe if it were easier for us to connect with the stuff that really makes us "us", we would feel less empty when connecting online.
I'm the founder of ETHOS. The app was borne out of an interest in the power of content recommendation algorithms and the possibility of quantifying this impact on discourse at scale. Can we build a social network that doesn't rely on cycles of addiction?
We're early in the product journey, but believe in pioneering technologies that can improve such discourse online. We have a first of its kind fact checking tool, a community of users discussing varieties of topics, and a commercial model that doesn't conflict with the mission [neither in the short nor long-term].
We would love to hear from the Product Hunt community as to what we should be prioritising in our journey to creating a better social environment. Thank you for reading this far!
A platform like Ethos is long overdue - being able to contribute to progressive discussions about topics that matter has been a void long needing to be filled in the social media space.
Finally a social media app that focuses on positivity and productivity. I love that on ETHOS you can be yourself and not have to worry about filters, social comparisons and your life not being as glamorous as others. Also feel like I am constantly learning whilst on the app, which is great as it doesn't feel like a waste of time. Excited to see what's next for ETHOS.
As a parent that has seen the advantages of growing up social media for young children and young adults but also the damage that it causes I think this product is so needed. There needs to be a kinder and safer social media environment where young people can thrive without risks.
Great to see a more supportive and healthy social media company engaging users with real discussions. Improving mental health through social media is something I'd love to see more of! Great work!
Kudos on the launch of ETHOS! 🎉 Your commitment to enhancing online discourse is commendable. As you prioritize creating a better social environment, have you considered incorporating an OTP-less authentication solution? It offers a seamless login experience while ensuring security. Explore bit.ly/try-otpless for a user-friendly authentication option. Best of luck on your mission to foster meaningful connections! 👏🌟 #ETHOS #OnlineDiscourse #OTPless
Feeling better about yourself can become an addiction as well. However, it is much better addiction to have! Congratulations on your launch!
About ETHOS on Product Hunt
“A social media app designed for meaningful discussions”
ETHOS launched on Product Hunt on May 23rd, 2023 and earned 70 upvotes and 16 comments, placing #39 on the daily leaderboard. ETHOS is a social network designed to improve the quality of discourse we can have online. Content focusses on shared causes, and with every session, users should feel better about themselves and the impact of their time spent online.
ETHOS was featured in Social Media (88.9k followers), Social Impact (3.1k followers) and Social Networking (1.7k followers) on Product Hunt. Together, these topics include over 23.7k products, making this a competitive space to launch in.
Who hunted ETHOS?
ETHOS was hunted by Alejandra de Brunner. A “hunter” on Product Hunt is the community member who submits a product to the platform — uploading the images, the link, and tagging the makers behind it. Hunters typically write the first comment explaining why a product is worth attention, and their followers are notified the moment they post. Around 79% of featured launches on Product Hunt are self-hunted by their makers, but a well-known hunter still acts as a signal of quality to the rest of the community. See the full all-time top hunters leaderboard to discover who is shaping the Product Hunt ecosystem.
Want to see how ETHOS stacked up against nearby launches in real time? Check out the live launch dashboard for upvote speed charts, proximity comparisons, and more analytics.
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