Version History
Here you can find the changelog of Kindly – volunteer today since it was posted on our website on 2021-12-23.
The latest version is 1.90.5 and it was updated on soft112.com on 19 April, 2024.
See below the changes in each version:
version 1.90.5
posted on 2024-04-18
Apr 18, 2024
Version 1.90.5
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!
version 1.90.3
posted on 2024-03-14
Mar 14, 2024
Version 1.90.3
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!
version 1.90.1
posted on 2024-02-07
Feb 7, 2024
Version 1.90.1
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!
version 1.80.2
posted on 2023-12-20
Dec 20, 2023
Version 1.80.2
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!
version 1.80.1
posted on 2023-12-13
Dec 13, 2023
Version 1.80.1
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!
version 1.70.7
posted on 2023-11-18
Nov 18, 2023
Version 1.70.7
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
version 1.70.6
posted on 2023-11-15
Nov 15, 2023
Version 1.70.6
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!
version 1.70.4
posted on 2023-11-05
Nov 5, 2023
Version 1.70.4
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.
version 1.70.3
posted on 2023-10-26
Oct 26, 2023
Version 1.70.3
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.
version 1.70.0
posted on 2023-10-05
Oct 5, 2023
Version 1.70.0
Special Highlight for Donors:
We're redefining philanthropy for you! Unveiling substantial improvements to the Kindly fund creation process. Navigate our fresh donor dashboard and delve into the transformative activities, updates, and the lasting impact of your benevolence.
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!
version 1.60.0
posted on 2023-09-23
Sep 23, 2023
Version 1.60.0
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.
version 1.50.8
posted on 2023-09-14
Sep 14, 2023
Version 1.50.8
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.
version 1.50.7
posted on 2023-09-05
Sep 5, 2023
Version 1.50.7
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.
version 1.50.6
posted on 2023-08-25
Aug 25, 2023
Version 1.50.6
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.
version 1.50.5
posted on 2023-08-10
Aug 10, 2023
Version 1.50.5
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.
version 1.50.4
posted on 2023-08-02
Aug 2, 2023
Version 1.50.4
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
version 1.50.2
posted on 2023-07-19
Jul 19, 2023
Version 1.50.2
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
version 1.50.1
posted on 2023-07-03
Jul 3, 2023
Version 1.50.1
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
version 1.50.0
posted on 2023-06-26
Jun 26, 2023
Version 1.50.0
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
version 1.40.2
posted on 2023-06-21
Jun 21, 2023
Version 1.40.2
With this update, we’re marking the shifts the user is registered at, making the expired shifts inactive, applied some wording and UI updates, and fixed small bugs.
For feedback, please shake the app or send an email to: support@kindly.org
version 1.40.1
posted on 2023-06-15
Jun 15, 2023
Version 1.40.1
The release fixes a missing check-in button for the last shift in an event and some issues in the event detail card:
* We removed duplicated volunteers when showing all event's co-volunteers.
* Users now will not be shown in the co-volunteer list.
* Copy changes for the group info.
* Expired shifts will be disabled in the shift picker view.
* In the MyEvents screen, all shifts are now shown together with the event they are attached to.
For feedback or ideas, shake the phone or email us at: support@kindly.org
version 1.30.1
posted on 2023-06-01
Jun 1, 2023
Version 1.30.1
This release fixes the display order of upcoming events ascending.
Events a user is registered for are now marked as such in the event card on the home screen.
For feedback, shake the phone or send an email to support@kindly.org
version 1.20.0
posted on 2023-04-28
Apr 28, 2023
Version 1.20.0
With this significant release, we've optimized the group handling, added a feature for extensive group management, updated wording and the included flags for youth, and fixed some bugs.
* Your Funds page got a new look
* Introduced large group forms
* Introduced a youth flag in profile
* Leader’s phone number is pre-filled while creating a new group
* Duplicate group members are now not possible
* Changed the wording for check In confirmation
* Optimized My Event screen
* Fixed issue with notification
We rely on your feedback to improve. Please email suport@kindly.org, or shake your phone and send a report.
version 1.16.1
posted on 2023-04-13
Apr 13, 2023
Version 1.16.1
Improvements, and bug fixes:
* Groups can’t be overbooked anymore
* Changed the text for sharing a group invitation
* Fixed an issue related to shift available spots not updating properly after editing the group spots
* Fixed an issue where recent donation status wasn’t updating
* Minor improvements and bug fixes
For feedback, shake the phone to report via Instabug or email: support@kindly.org.
version 1.16.0
posted on 2023-04-10
Apr 10, 2023
Version 1.16.0
Improvements, and bug fixes:
* Volunteers can now join a full shift if there are still spots available in a group
* The group leader can now verify if a volunteer has checked in to their group
* Performance improvements on the group detail screen
* Volunteers are now automatically registered for an event upon group creation
* Minor bugfixes related to the wallet screen
For feedback, shake the phone to report via Instabug or email: support@kindly.org.
version 1.15.0
posted on 2023-04-04
Apr 4, 2023
Version 1.15.0
With this release, we improved the Wallet UIUX, improved the groups feature, and fixed some bugs:
* Improvements to the wallet screen: display the user’s donation totals, updated the language, and made it easier to understand the information on the screen.
* Fo consistent terminology, we exchanged slots with spots.
* My Event and Favorite Event card preview now display the date only
* Fixes for small bugs and GUI issues
For feedback, ideas, or improvements, shake your phone or email us: support@kindly.org
version 1.9.1
posted on 2022-08-22
Aug 22, 2022 Version 1.9.1
We fixed some bugs:
* Missing Terms check box
Say hello: support@kindly.org - or shake your phone to send us feedback or a brilliant idea you want to see in the app.
version 1.8
posted on 2022-05-15
May 15, 2022 Version 1.8
This update is all about the lessons learned about donation matching. We improved the way existing donor campaign dollars are provided to the volunteer after ab act of service. There’s a condition; the volunteers can unlock the donation amount by adding a donation themselves.
Feature updates:
- the donation amount goes to the organization the user volunteered with
- we removed the allocation screen and improved the donation screen
- added a Numpad for the user to edit their donation (in addition to the slider feature)
- the option to unlock and donate will stay available in the event stream and through the wallet for 72h
- PayPal is now available in addition to the credit card payment option
- we removed the Facebook log in
- also, we added a set of endpoints to make it easier for our organization partners to synch their events with Kindly
Let us know how we’re doing and what we can improve: support@kindly.org - or shake your phone to send us feedback or a brilliant idea you want to see in the app.
version 1.7.6
posted on 2022-03-28
Mar 28, 2022 Version 1.7.6
This update was fixing some bugs, such as
- dead-end in the access-UX of the matching screen
- onboarding error when the user attempted to use Apple Sign In
And we’ve been integrating Braintreepayment services instead of Stripe for a better payment process, incl. Venmo and PayPal.
To let us know ideas and improvements, simply shake the phone and open a dialogue with us.
version 1.7.1
posted on 2022-02-11
Feb 11, 2022 Version 1.7.1
Updates
- for our organization manager,
- we added all shifts to the CMS/VMS export
- extended the time frame until the admin gets logged out to 20min
- in the Wallet,
- we updated special characters and name scenarios for donor name set up
- changed kindly://Donation to kindly://wallet
We fixed some bugs our users reported, such as:
- wrong attendance count
- the app now prevents duplicate profiles from being created with the same credentials when the local network connection of the user fails
- we don’t send retention notifications for jobs a user viewed that recently ended
- better access to matching screen - under some conditions, it didn’t display at all
- filters API inconsistency
Have fun volunteering, matching donations, and meeting new people. Oh, and kindly let us know what you miss in the app. Just shake the phone and send us your thoughts.
version 1.7
posted on 2022-01-11
Jan 11, 2022 Version 1.7
We fixed some bugs and UX issues for a fresh start into the new year:
- The action container in the event stream should alert the user if there's a donation available or if the user matched. To display that in real-time, we fixed the WebSockets
- When a donation allocation was triggered, occasional time-outs or crashes occurred. That's fixed now
- In some scenarios; the check-in button didn't appear for an event registration
- The tooltips in the matching screen aren't duplicating anymore
Let us know how we're doing and what we can improve: support@kindly.org - You can also shake your phone to send us feedback or new ideas for our Kindly community.
Have a healthy and happy New Year!
version 1.6.5
posted on 2021-12-11
Dec 11, 2021 Version 1.6.5
The release is targeting the giving season needs and is building upon the feedback of our partner organizations' managers, especially at FMSC. We were updating the user journey to make it possible to match donations via the Kindly Wallet.
Improvements and new features
- we added the extra match with a contextual slider and tooltips, added a little celebration for the successful match, and adjusted the 'Thank you' container in the event stream
- The Stripe integration allows the use of credit cards and Apple Pay to fill the wallet and match donations
- We improved the FAB behavior after the user had been auto-checked in to alert regarding available donation allocations
- for legal clarity regarding the integration of The Kindly Community Fund (a 501c3), we added a legal disclaimer and updated the TOS
- For our managers, we added a trigger button to release donations during the event
- To support our data-driven feature improvement process, we added several new Firebase events to the analytics
Several bug fixes and UI updates are supposed to support a better user experience and flow:
- FAB & container content will from now on refresh after triggering the donation and immediately before the event ends
- Some adjustments to support geo-local numbers formatting
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