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Candy’s Weekly Recap: New Dashboard, In-Gallery Background Rendering, and More! πŸ“Έ πŸŽ‰

Candy’s Weekly Recap: New Dashboard, In-Gallery Background Rendering, and More! πŸ“Έ πŸŽ‰
Hello, fabulous photographers!

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Candy here, and I'm buzzing with excitement to bring you this week's jam-packed recap! 🌟

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We've got some big news that's going to make your NowCandid experience even more delightful and efficient. So, let's dive right in! 🏊

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🌐 The New Dashboard Is Here to Stay!

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First things firstβ€”the new NowCandid Dashboard has officially become our main dashboard! 🎊

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  • All-in-One Place: Every feature from the old dashboard (now called the Legacy Dashboard) has been brought over, plus so many more new features to supercharge your workflow.
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  • New Accounts: All new NowCandid users will exclusively see the new dashboard, ensuring a seamless and modern experience right from the start.
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  • Update Your Bookmarks: If you're a long-time user, it's time to say goodbye to old habits. Replace any bookmarks from dashboard.nowcandid.com with app.nowcandid.com. Trust me, you won't want to miss out on all the new goodies! πŸ˜‰
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  • Accessing the Legacy Dashboard: Need to peek at the old dashboard for any reason? No worries! There's a handy button on the new dashboard that lets you access it anytime.

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We're thrilled about this upgrade and can't wait for you to explore all the enhanced features designed to make your life easier!

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πŸ–ΌοΈ Photographer-Uploaded Backgrounds Render in Personal Galleries

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Great news for those of you who love adding that extra flair to your images! Your uploaded backgrounds will now render directly on BGR (Background Removed) images right in your clients' personal galleries. 🌈

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  • Visual Impact: Clients can instantly see how amazing their photos look with your custom backgrounds applied.
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  • Boost Sales: By showcasing these options upfront, you can provide more options from the get-go it can be a more intuitive experience for your customers.

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This enhancement creates a more engaging and personalized shopping experience for your clients!

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πŸ›οΈ Retail Site Checkout Improvements

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We've made some nifty changes to the checkout process to make it smoother than ever:

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  • Split Process: The original checkout flow is now divided into a View Cart screen and a Checkout screen.
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    • Better Visibility: Clients can easily review their cart contents before proceeding to checkout.
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    • Facilitates Express Options: This change provides space to accommodate our growing number of express checkout options, making the payment process quicker and more flexible.
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  • Enhanced Clarity: The new layout reduces confusion and helps prevent cart abandonment, as well as more clarity regarding subtotals and shipping costs.

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Making shopping a breeze means happier clients and more sales for you! πŸ’°

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πŸŽ’ Bag Tag Product Now Has Live Rendering

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Exciting update for the Bag Tag product:

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  • Live Rendering: Clients can now see real-time previews of all art styles available for Bag Tags.

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Offer your clients a preview of their custom creations to enhance their shopping experience! πŸ›οΈ

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πŸ“ Blog Now Accessible in the New Dashboard

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Stay informed without ever leaving your dashboard!

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  • Integrated Blog: Our blog is now hosted right within the new dashboard.
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  • Easy Access: Get the latest updates, tips, and tutorials at your fingertips.
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  • Stay Updated: Never miss out on important news that can help you make the most of NowCandid.

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Knowledge is power, and we’re putting it right where you need it! πŸ“š

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πŸ” Update Credit Card Info & Change Password Easily

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We've streamlined account management features:

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  • Change Credit Card Info: Update your payment details directly from the new dashboard.
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  • Change Password: Easily keep your account secure with straightforward password management.
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Your convenience and security are our top priorities! πŸ›‘οΈ

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🌍 Now Supporting Photographers Worldwide

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We’re expanding our horizons!

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  • International Support: You can now select countries other than the U.S. during account creation and in your profile settings.
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  • Global Community: Photographers around the world will soon be able to use NowCandid to grow their business.
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No matter where you are, NowCandid is here to support your photography journey! 🌐

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πŸ“ž Retail "Contact Us" Visualization

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Communication made clearer!

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  • Business Info Editor: In your profile settings, you can now visualize how your contact information appears to clients on the retail site.
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  • Professional Appearance: Ensure your clients have the correct information to reach out to you when needed.

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Clear communication builds trust and improves client relationships! 🀝

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πŸ•ΈοΈ New Font: Geist!

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We're getting into the festive spirit!

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  • Font Update: We've switched from Inter to Geist for both the web dashboard content and the retail site.
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  • Spooky Vibes: Geist may not look spooky, but the name of the font alone adds a touch of whimsy appropriate for the Halloween season. πŸŽƒ
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Enjoy a fresh look as you navigate through your dashboard and retail site! πŸ‘»

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We hope these updates make your NowCandid experience even more enjoyable and efficient.

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We're constantly working to bring you the best tools and features to help your photography business thrive. 🌱

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As always, we're here to support you every step of the way. If you have any questions or feedback, don't hesitate to reach out! πŸ’Œ

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Cheers and sparkles,

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Candy 🍬

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P.S. Don't forget to update your bookmarks to app.nowcandid.com to stay connected with all the latest features! πŸ”–

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QuicPics: Lowering Fees & Trying Something New
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September 21, 2023

QuicPics: Lowering Fees & Trying Something New

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Change is in the air at NowCandid!

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It's all about creating more value for you the photographer and enhancing the customer experience! Here's a detailed look at the latest changes we're rolling out for QuicPics and what they mean for you.

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1. More Room to Click with Reduced Fees:

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‍The upload fee for each image on QuicPics is getting a significant trim, dropping from $0.31 to just $0.20. Our aim? To offer photographers greater flexibility, letting you focus on capturing plenty of shots without being overly conscious about the associated costs.

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2. Unique Price Levels Tailored for QuicPics:

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‍QuicPics is donning a fresh identity with its Price Levels. No longer a reflection of PartyPics Now, these new levels are designed to specifically enhance the QuicPics experience. There's now an expansive range of specialty products, including blankets, canvas wraps, metal prints, and much more. We've created fun themed packages, set very reasonable prices on premium items, and provided enticing discounts on the full-resolution digital downloads & packages. And here's the cherry on top - to the end consumer, all products come with free shipping!

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‍+ Click here to check out the new Price Levels. +

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3. Lowered Margin:

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‍With QuicPics' new pricing strategy, photographers can anticipate margins ranging between 10% to 30%. While this is much lower than our other programs, our goal is to bolster the overall volume of sales through reasonable pricing on specialty items. QuicPics sales have been almost non-existent thus far, given you're providing "free" social media size image files of all images to all participants. We think these changes will help bolster the sales of QuicPics Events a bit. And remember, a smaller percentage of a bigger pie can often be more substantial than a larger slice of a smaller pie.

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4. Continuing to Market with a Gentle Touch:

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‍While we're working hard to boost sales, we're committed to keeping our marketing approach gentle and unobtrusive. With the new QuicPics Price Levels, the removal of weekly price hikes reflects this ethos, ensuring there's zero undue pressure on the end consumer to make a purchase.

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5. The Bigger Picture:

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‍Our new strategy aims to strike a balance. By nurturing a growth in QuicPics Event sales while ensuring a reasonable margin for NowCandid, we have been able to justify the reduced upload fee. Furthermore, if sales surpass our conservative estimates, we are planning even more substantial fee reductions in the future!

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Some Parting Thoughts:

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‍While the average sales from QuicPics Events have traditionally been on the modest side, our revamped approach aims to change that narrative. Higher sales volumes, even with the revised margins, should translate to improved profits for our photographers. Reducing the fee per image upload will allow you to both save money and take more images, and more images could result in slightly higher sales as well. We'd like to lower the image per upload fee as low as possible, but need a way to cover costs in the meantime, all while trying to provide a good experience to the end consumer. We hope this new direction can result in a win-win-win for all parties involved. More pictures taken of end consumers and more fun product options, less fees for the photographer, same revenue for NowCandid.

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We're excited!

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We like these changes and truly believe they reflect a balanced mix of value, quality, and profit. Your feedback matters, so if you have thoughts, queries, or concerns, don't hesitate to get in touch.

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Here's to a brighter, more lucrative future with QuicPics!

New and Improved SportsPics Now Price Levels!
SportPics
September 21, 2023

New and Improved SportsPics Now Price Levels!

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Hey there, it's Candy! 🍭

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I'm super thrilled to share that we're taking our SportsPics Now Price Levels up a notch!

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Double the Levels, Double the Fun!

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We used to have 5 Price Levels, but guess what? We’ve now expanded to 10! And the cherry on top? The middlemost Price Levels have been adjusted to very closely match the most common & successful prices Volume Sports Photographers tend to charge. Whether you're an experienced Volume Sports Photographer or someone just getting into it, these 10 Price Levels should be able to meet most of your needs!

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New Products

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Hold onto your hats because this is the part that I'm most excited about! We're introducing a plethora of new products for your end consumers to purchase. Want to give your walls a makeover? Our wall clings and cloth banners are perfect for that. Looking to bring photos to life? Dive into our video animations. And that's just scratching the surface! We also have larger statuettes, shimmering metal prints, fun spirit noggins, acrylic cutout magnets, and so much more.

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More Desirable Packages

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‍Wait, there’s more! Our new and improved packages are curated with your end customers in mind. Each bundle has been thoughtfully put together to offer a mix of products that are most likely to be purchased together, ensuring that more customers can find the package that they are looking for.

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Sample Graphic Improvements

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Our graphics team has made some improvements, and I’m excited to present our new & improved sample graphics on the retail site. Designed to capture attention, they're set to give your sales that extra oomph!

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To sum it all up, SportsPics Now is not just offering more Price Levels, but an entire overhaul!

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As always, if you have any questions or need recommendations, I'm here to help.

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Don't forget to review other blog posts for all the latest updates and offerings. And remember, with NowCandid, every click counts!

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Candy, signing off! πŸ’–πŸ¬πŸ“Έ

Capture & Upload Images with Our New iOS App! πŸŽ‰
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Capture & Upload Images with Our New iOS App! πŸŽ‰

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Hey there NowCandid users! It's Candy! 🍬

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I'm buzzing with excitement and can't wait to share our latest addition with you all. We've created an iOSΒ version of our Capture &Β Upload app! Meaning you'll be able to utilize iPads and iPhones with NowCandid finally.

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Want to check it out? Here's the link! https://apps.apple.com/app/nowcandid-capture-upload

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Seamless Transitions, Familiar Features πŸ–₯ πŸ“±

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For all our current Windows app users, great news: our new iOS app mirrors almost all the fabulous features you've come to love. From tethering capabilities with Sony, Canon, and Nikon to that handy new wireless connection for Canon cameras, we've got you covered. Utilize our classic Workflows such as Tap-A-Face, Type & Take, Scanner ID, and Name Lookup, all optimized for your Apple devices!

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Same Login Process & New Screen Lock Feature πŸ”

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Forget juggling multiple passwords! Your iOS app login passcode is the same as your Windows app. Easy peasy! Plus, for those of you who love to shoot on the go, we've added a nifty screen lock feature. It ensures no accidental taps on the app when you're immersed in your shots, especially handy if you're using features like the Selfie Check-In.

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Capture Moments, Your Way πŸ“Έ

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Want to snap a quick pic (or possibly a QuicPic!) even when you're not connected to Nikon, Canon, or Sony? Go ahead and use the internal camera on your device when not connected to an external camera. Great for emergencies, check-in stations, casual users, and more!

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iPad or iPhone? You Decide! 🍏 πŸ“±

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Whether you're Team iPad or Team iPhone, our new app has got you covered! But here's a hot tip: using an LTE iPad can be a game-changer with those budget-friendly data rates. And remember, for the optimal NowCandid experience, we always champion iPads & devices with LTE connections.

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Double the Platforms, Double the Fun! 🎈

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After so much anticipation, our Capture & Upload app is now rocking both iOS and Windows platforms! We're over the moon πŸŒ™ about this expansion, and we're sure you're going to adore it.

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That's all for now!

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Good luck out there, photographers! I'm here cheering you on every click of the way. Happy snapping!

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- Candy 🍬

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