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The release focuses on enhancing app performance and resolving key issues to improve user experience.

What's New:
* API Integration: Implemented the new API for the Activity Stream AS to improve backend communication and data handling.
* Performance Optimization: Added the Firebase Performance SDK to monitor and improve app performance.

Bug Fixes:
* Group Management: Fixed an issue where group admins could not unregister from groups after checking in. The group detail screen mistakenly converted the register/unregister toggle into a checked-in badge.
* SSO Error Handling: Improved error messaging for Apple SSO, particularly for users attempting to log in a second time or when opting to 'Hide My Email' during onboarding.
* Event Registration Indicator: Resolved a bug where the event registration checkmark did not display for favorite events on the Activity screen until the event detail screen was opened.
* Stability Enhancements: We addressed crashes and functionality issues, ensuring smoother operation across the platform.

As always, your feedback is vital for our continuous improvement. If you have any suggestions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to shake your phone or email us at support@kindly.org. Your input helps us make Kindly even better for everyone!

This version addresses some bugs to ensure a smoother experience:

Bug Fixes:
* Event Interaction Stability: Resolved a crash that occurred when liking events in the stream view.
* Clipboard Functionality: Investigated and fixed a crash related to the clipboard functionality.
* Event Registration Indicator: Updated the Activity screen to correctly display the event registration checkmark without opening the event detail screen, ensuring clearer communication of your registration status.
* Onboarding Process: Fixed an issue where valid email addresses were incorrectly rejected during the onboarding process.

We’re continually working to improve your experience with Kindly. If you encounter any issues or have suggestions for future updates, please don’t hesitate to shake your phone or email us at support@kindly.org. Your feedback is invaluable to us!

What's New:
* Short Onboarding Flow Revamped: We've refined the short onboarding flow for users opting in through a partner API for a smoother, more intuitive experience.
* Confirmation Dialog Update: A new confirmation dialog was added at the end of the profile confirmation for users.
* Onboarding Copy Revamped: Updated the copy throughout the short onboarding process to better guide new users.
* New Confirmation Screen: Introduced a new screen following short onboarding, explaining what new users can expect next.
* Shift Screen Trigger: Improved the event registration process to ensure the shift screen always triggers correctly.*
* Group Link Sharing Confirmation: Enhanced the confirmation process for users sharing group links, especially for those already checked in.
* OTP Flow and Email Verification: Made significant changes to the OTP flow for organic sign-ups and refined email verification mechanics to prevent typos and errors.
* SSO Error Messaging: Implemented clear error messaging for SSO login attempts by opt-in users.

Bug Fixes:
* Splash Screen Delay: Addressed an issue where the first splash screen would delay transitioning.
* Visual Bounce Fix: Fixed a visual bounce issue encountered when attempting to scroll through a limited number of events.
* This update supports our expansion into the Chicagoland metro area, bringing Kindly closer to more volunteers and organisations.

As always, your feedback is vital to us. If you have any comments or need support, please don't hesitate to shake your phone or email support@kindly.org. Your input helps us continuously improve and serve our community better.

What's New:
* QR Code Integration: We've implemented organization and site-specific QR codes for easier event access and testing via Branch | Mobile Growth & Attribution Platform for Enterprises and Brands .
* Event Tracking Enhancement: Introduced tracking for when the group invitation dialog is opened, helping us better understand user interactions.

Bug Fixes:
* QR Code Scanning: Addressed an issue where the app didn't behave as expected when scanning QR codes from Firebase links.
* Crash Fix: Resolved a crash that occurred when opening the co-volunteer page after selecting a filter via a deep link.
* Navigation and Redirection: Investigated and fixed an issue with Branch | Mobile Growth & Attribution Platform for Enterprises and Brands app store redirection to ensure seamless navigation.

Your feedback helps us make Kindly even better. If you have any suggestions or need support, please shake your phone or email us at support@kindly.org. Your input is invaluable to us!

What's New:
* Login Screen Refinement: Improved business logic for a smoother login process.
* QR Code in Emails: Links in automated emails now include a QR code for easy app access for users on desktop.
* Deep Link Improvements: Enhanced navigation through fixed deep links in emails.
* Onboarding Text Update: I changed the onboarding input text for creating a Kind password.

Enhancements & Tasks:
* Group Management Update: Improved handling of individual group creation and management.
* Notification Linking: Updated and mapped notification links for better in-app guidance.

Bug Fixes:
* Smooth Data Fetching: Resolved issues with app responsiveness and data fetching.
* Correct Site Count Display: Fixed inaccuracies in site count.
* Onboarding Flow Correction: Resolved issues with the 'Confirm your Connection' link in emails.
* Email Screen Bug Fix: Ensured consistent behavior of the email screen post-sending.
* Crash Prevention: Addressed crashes related to shift selection and co-volunteer screens.
* Metro Setting Fix: Improved user experience in setting default metro areas.
* Login UI Consistency: Updated the password visibility toggle as per UI/UX guidelines.

Your feedback helps us improve. Shake your phone or email support@kindly.org to share your thoughts!

We're excited to announce the latest update for Kindly, bringing you enhanced features and important bug fixes for a smoother experience.

What's New in This Update:
* Extended Registration Time: Now, you have up to 30 minutes after an event starts to register, giving you more flexibility.
* Instabug SDK Update: Upgraded to Instabug SDK version 12.4.0 for improved app diagnostics and user feedback mechanisms.

Bug Fixes:
* Wallet Screen Visibility: Resolved a display issue where the 'Available to unlock' section in the Wallet screen wasn't showing '$20' properly.

As always, we value your feedback. If you have any comments or suggestions, feel free to shake your phone or email us at support@kindly.org. Your input helps us make Kindly better for everyone!

In this update, we've focused on enhancing the reliability and accuracy of our app:

What's New:
* Payment Confirmation Clarity: We've fixed an issue where the payment confirmation screen was missing essential text. Now, you'll clearly see "A donation receipt will be emailed to you" and "Supporting [NameOfOrg]" as intended.
* Smooth Event Registration: Addressed a bug where users received an error message when registering for a shift in certain events. Registrations now display correctly without needing to revisit the event detail screen.
* Accurate Event Dates: Resolved inconsistencies in the event detail screen's date display, ensuring that the dates you see are correct and reliable.

As always, your feedback is vital in helping us improve. Feel free to shake your phone or email us at support@kindly.org for any comments or suggestions. Your input truly matters to us!

Improvements and Bug Fixes:
* Fixed donation amount rounding issue to ensure two decimal precision.
* Resolved missing text on the iOS payment confirmation screen.
* Corrected date discrepancies on iOS where selected dates displayed events from the previous day.
* Implemented rounding off for donations on iOS for two decimal precision.

For feedback, shake your phone or email support@kindly.org. Your input matters!

New Features and Enhancements:
* Refactored Event Detail Screen: The business logic of the Event detail screen has been overhauled for better performance and user navigation.
* Deep Link Format Creation: New deep link formats have been introduced to facilitate seamless transitions from app downloads directly to specific organizations and sites.
* Donation Fee Coverage: Now, donors can cover the donation fees, making donations more impactful.

Tasks and Improvements:
* Endpoint for Unlocked Donations: Implemented a new endpoint to fetch unlocked donations, enhancing the app's functionality.
* Sign-Up Adjustments: Adjustments to the minor checkbox on the Sign-Up screen for clearer communication.
* Copy Update for Minor Status: Updated the copy from “I’m under 18 years old" to “I’m a minor (under 18 years old)" in the profile screen, aligning it with the Create account screen.
* Shift Selection Screen Fix: Addressed an issue where the shift selection screen's switches behaved wrongly.
* Enhanced Notification Management: Improved handling of Pusher token registration for better and more efficient notification management.
* Notification permission improvements: Notification permission will now be prompted after login/signup.

Bug Fixes:
* Check-In Confirmation Popup Fix: Resolved an issue where the check-in confirmation popup was not appearing in the group detail screen under certain conditions.
* Donation Screen Image Consistency: Fixed a bug where the donation screen wasn't displaying consistent images for boundary values.
* Unregistration Confirmation Message Update: Changed the text of the unregistration confirmation message for groups of size one, providing clearer communication in these specific scenarios.
* Site Count Accuracy: Addressed a bug where the site count was not displaying correctly.
* Donation Slider Milestone Selection: Fixed an issue on the donation slider preventing the selection of certain milestone values. It is now easier to select your intended donation amount.

Your feedback is crucial to our improvement. Shake your phone or email support@kindly.org to share your thoughts

Fixed a bug where the app crashed when accessing events in User Favorites. Enjoy a smoother experience!
Fixed a time zone issue that prevented users to access events after 6PM local CT

In Release 1.70.6, we’ve focused on refining the iOS experience with various updates and bug fixes:

* Improved Donation Slider: We have updated the donation slider to make increments of 5, enhancing the precision and accessibility of selected values.
* Security Enhancements: A comprehensive review of security hotspots has been conducted to bolster the app's safety.
* More Intuitive Filters: The filter section has been made horizontally scrollable for a more intuitive user interface.
* Resetting Filter Settings: Filter settings, except for the metro selection, will reset when the app closes.
* Confirmation Screen Addition: "Total to {organization}" has been added to the confirmation screen for better transaction clarity.
* Numpad Validation Fix: Resolved an issue with Numpad validation, enabling entry of amounts between $10 to $49.
* Sign-Up Field Update: Removed the "optional" label from the phone number field in the sign-up process.
* Filter Text Size Update: Adjusted the text size of filter chips to 14px for better readability.

Bug Fixes:
* Event Date Display Correction: Fixed a bug where event dates were not listed correctly after applying the date filter due to timezone discrepancies.
* Group Invite Link Issue: Resolved the issue where the group invite share link wasn’t directing correctly to the group detail destination.
* Notification Delivery Issue: Addressed the problem of 5-minute notifications not arriving on iOS devices.
* QR Code and Deep Linking Issues: Fixed the QR code linking issue for opt-in and resolved join group deep linking problems post profile creation.

Your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve. Share your thoughts by shaking your phone or emailing support@kindly.org. Thank you for your continued support!

We've made some tweaks to enhance your experience and addressed a few bugs. Here are the details of this modest update:
* Shift Registration Display: Now, the event detail cards include the shift time for single-shift events, making it easier to plan your participation.
* Shift Selection Consistency: Addressed an inconsistency regarding shift selection when a group admin unregisters.
* Dropdown Alignment: Adjusted the alignment of the dropdown selection for group types, ensuring a uniform appearance.
* Metro Selection Correction: Fixed the issue where Dallas metro selection initially displayed Twin City events until a screen refresh.
* Donation Error Message: Removed an error message appearing when donating $5 or more using the slider and edit amount feature.
* Filter Tuning: Made some adjustments to the filter settings for a more user-friendly experience.
* Location Display: Improved the display of Google Maps addresses for easier location identification.
* Single Shift Timing Visibility: Resolved an issue enabling the viewing of shift timing for single-shift events without registration.
* Group Registration Fix: Addressed a bug that prevented user registration for a group despite an email invite.
* Security Enhancements: Reviewed and secured potential security hotspots for a safer app environment.

Your feedback is invaluable to us. To share your thoughts and suggestions, shake your phone or email support@kindly.org.

Our latest update brings a series of improvements aimed at enhancing your experience and expanding our volunteering offers:

* Volunteering Offers Expansion to Dallas:
- We've updated our filters to extend our volunteering offers to the Dallas area, opening up more opportunities for community engagement.

* Improved Validation Messages:
- The validation message text is adjusted for group admins when attempting to unregister from a shift after it has started but not ended.

* Upgraded Dependency Management:
- Removed old dependencies and replaced necessary ones to ensure smoother app performance and address potential security concerns.

* Bug Fixes:
- Addressed a site selector-related issue.
- Fixed a bug where an error code was rendered instead of an incorrect zip code validation message.
- Resolved an issue where the extra match screen did not open when tapping certain buttons.
- Improved the visibility of the "How our payment fees work" message by making it scrollable.
- Various other bug fixes and performance improvements to enhance your app experience.

* UI/UX Enhancements:
- Removed the calendar icon from the event detail screen for a cleaner look.
- Added a 'Most recent matches' section in the Donor dashboard for easier access to recent engagements.
- Created a transaction list for the donor dashboard to track and manage contributions.
- Updated the copy for the Fund registration confirmation to provide more precise information.

Your feedback is invaluable to us. To share your thoughts and suggestions, shake your phone or mail to support@kindly.org.

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Feature Updates:
* Adjusted validation messaging for group leaders trying to unregister amidst an ongoing shift.
* Polished message phrasing for scenarios where users can't spot matching events.
* Retired the "group is full" alert when spots are actually available.
* Rolled out pagination on the Wallet page - view a neat summary of your last 10 donation events.
* Signup now requires phone number submission for better connectivity.
* Post group creation, a handy prompt will nudge users to populate names, initiate invites, and facilitate comprehensive group management.

Bugfixes:
* Squashed a bug, causing the donation match screen to remain dormant, especially when users engaged with various donation avenues such as the unlock donation button, donation FAB, or the "Start here" prompt.
* Stepped up our validation game: a distinct alert will now be visible if a solo-registered user or a group affiliate tries to enlist in a new group via an invite link.

Update your Kindly app today for a streamlined, user-centric experience.
For feedback or novel suggestions, shake the app or shoot an email to support@kindly.org. We're always all ears!

We fixed a rounding error affecting donation amounts. The displayed amounts now match what's registered.

For feedback or suggestions, shake your phone or email support@kindly.org.

Improvements:
* Improved metric analysis

Bugfixes:
* Various bugfixes for improving app usability.

Feedback? Shake your device or email support@kindly.org.

We've rolled out a minor update to make things smoother for you. Here's a quick rundown:
* Introduced confirmation steps when a leader attempts to remove volunteer(s).
* Updated wording in the "Unregister" dialog.
* Disabled the selection of future dates in the date filter where no events are present.
* Modified UI: "share group link" and "add volunteers' names" positions have been switched.
* Enhanced the "Filter by dates" design for a more user-friendly experience.
* Resolved an issue with the "Join group" popup when joining a group via share link or email without login or during new user onboarding.

As always, your input is invaluable. To share your thoughts or report any issues, please shake your phone or contact support@kindly.org.

Updates:
Improved and refined app metrics to enhance performance and user experience.

Security Enhancements:
Strengthened security measures to enhance how other apps interact with Kindly, ensuring a safer environment for your data and privacy.

Contact:
Need assistance or have feedback? Shake your phone or reach out to us at support@kindly.org. Thank you for choosing Kindly! Your feedback helps us continually improve our services.

New Features & Improvements:
* Enhanced Search Filters: Users can now effectively search and select volunteering events well in advance.
* Group Flow Updates:
- Users can now join a group even if it appears full, provided there are available spots in the shift.
- If a user is invited and joins a group via a link, they will no longer have the option to register as a solo user.
* Language Update: We've refined the language in the donation confirmation screen for clarity.
* User Profile Update: Removed unnecessary information from the user profile page.

Minor Updates & Bug Fixes:
* Various other minor updates and improvements.

Contact Us:
For any inquiries or assistance, shake your phone or reach out to us via email at support@kindly.org.

Thank you for using Kindly! Your feedback helps us improve and serve the community better.

The release provides an improved confirmation after the donation and payment to make the process more transparent for the user. Also, we made some minor GUI improvements and fixed small bugs.

To contact us for ideas, improvements, or issues, please shake the phone or email us at support@kindly.org.

We removed some lines of code that appeared in automated emails instead of text, updated some notification wording, fixed a latency related to the appearance of the donation reminder notification, and added a refresh option for the same. The donation slider is now starting to scale at $0 instead of $5.

Bug fixes:
* The $-unlocked in the message container in the AS didn’t match the FAB and the amount available to unlock on the Wallet screen.
* The tooltip in the donation screen was blocking the slider limit labels
* Some users were unable to sign up for specific sessions in the app and received an error

To share feedback or ideas, shake the phone or send an email to: support@kindly.org

This release is improving the way the donation slider works, makes it easier to access specific values, and supports the milestones with haptic feedback. Also, we eliminated latency for the notification when a donation match becomes available, and implemented a refresh option for the screen.

If you have ideas or feedback, shake the app or contact us at support@kindly.org.

The release is removing some old code to improve performance and we added some updates:
* After signing up for Kindly, we remind new users on the event site to register for an event.
* 'My Profile' section received some new UI and wording edits for better access.
* We solved some UI issues with the donor images.
* The Kindly score was removed.
* The Group leader can be a part of two groups in a single shift, one as a leader and, after unregistering, register in another group.
* We removed redundant co-volunteer profile screens and optimized the co-volunteer API call.

Bugfixes:
* The "unregister section" didn't initially load in some scenarios
* the donation notification is now only accessible for 72 h max

If you want to help us to improve the experience, have ideas, or need any other feedback, shake the app or send an email to: support@kindly.org

This release fixes some bugs:
* The donation button didn’t appear at the bottom of the screen as it should.
* Clicking the donation notification through the iPhone notification center is now linking to the wallet instead of the event detail card.
* Images in portrait size display properly now.

For feedback, shake the app or send an email to: support@kindly.org

With this update, we’re allowing users to sort the events by distance and date in association with the already existing filter to select event sites.

For feedback, please shake the app or send an email to: support@kindly.org