It doesn’t seem all that long ago when we were celebrating our 100th or 1,000th user in the Brainstorm Force office.
Now we’ve hit a milestone we didn’t think we would hit so soon, 1 million active users!
It’s one thing to be convinced that your product is good. It’s another to find out your audience thinks so too!
So let’s begin with a heartfelt thank you.
It’s an amazing achievement and when we say we couldn’t have done it without you, we really, really mean it!
To show our gratitude, we have a special surprise for all of you. It includes something that could make the upcoming sales season much more lucrative.
More on that in a little while.
Why 1 Million Active Users Matters
When we first decided to create a WordPress website builder, we had a simple goal.
We wanted to enable everyone to build beautiful, functional websites without the need for coding skills.
It was a lofty ambition, but we were driven by a passion for block building and a belief in its potential.
We began small, with Ultimate Addons for Gutenberg, but that was just the beginning.
It launched back in 2018 as a plugin for Gutenberg, now the block editor. It added some cool building blocks we thought WordPress was missing.
A turning point came when we launched our first major update in 2022. This is when Ultimate Addons for Gutenberg became Spectra.
It’s also when we introduced a suite of new features and performance improvements.
This update resonated with users. We saw a surge in downloads and positive feedback.
This told us we were on the right track and that Spectra really did have potential.
That’s why hitting 1 million active users matters.
Because it’s more validation that we’re getting it (mostly) right and that you’re loving what we’re creating.
We had a suspicion that Spectra would be popular, but not in my wildest dreams did I think we would hit 1 million active users so quickly!
It’s testament to the vision, hard work and skill of an entire team. I have the privilege of working with an amazing collection of people, all dedicated to delivering a product they want to be proud of.
I think they have delivered that and more. I know I’m proud of it.
While we’re taking a minute to celebrate, the work isn’t done for Spectra. We have some amazing ideas and big plans for the next few updates so watch this space!
There is still work to do. We have more features and blocks we want to add and so much more we want to achieve with Spectra.
So while we’re ecstatic at hitting 1 million users, we won’t be resting on our laurels.
We’re working through a list of suggestions you have submitted through our channels and dozens of internal recommendations too.
Suffice to say, we have big plans for Spectra over the next couple of years!
Spectra – The Journey to 1 Million
For those of you who have recently discovered Spectra, it’s history is longer than you might think:
Version 0.0.1
Initial launch as Ultimate Addons for Gutenberg (UAGB)
Version 1.0.0
Introduced Info Box, Multi Buttons, and Post Grid blocks.
Version 1.2.0
Introduction of Content Timeline, Team, Social Share
Version 1.15.0
Introduction of FAQ Schema, How-To Schema
Version 2.0.0
Rebranded UAGB to Spectra.
Spectra Pro 1.0.0
Spectra Pro release – Introduced premium blocks such as Login, Registration, Dynamic Content, and Modal Pro.
Version 2.6.0
Introduced Separator Block, Animations
Version 2.8.0
Added Sticky Container and Site Visibility features
Version 2.10.0
Integrated ZIP AI, unlocking AI-powered capabilities
What’s Next For Spectra?
We mentioned a little earlier that we’re working through a list of suggestions you have provided and internal ideas we came up from market research.
We plan to implement as many of them as possible over the next year or two.
We’re keeping most of our plans under wraps right now, but rather than leave you hanging, here are a couple of things to look forward to in upcoming updates.
We’re currently working on
- Block Positioning
- Custom CSS
- Loop Builder
And other features and we think you’re going to love them!
We are also working on many other aspects of Spectra, expect to see them in future updates!
A Big Thank You From the Spectra Team
We promised a special surprise at the top of the page. We think we have kept you waiting long enough, now it’s time to deliver.
To celebrate that 1 million active user milestone, we have something very special in store.
For a limited time only, we’re offering an exclusive, never before seen discount on all Spectra Pro plans!
Buy Spectra Pro and receive up to 50% off the purchase.
Yep, you read that right, get Spectra Pro at half price!
Consider it a big thank you from everyone here at Spectra for helping us hit the magical 1 million active user milestone.
May it be the first of many such celebrations!
Prepare for Sales Season With Spectra
The special discount couldn’t have come at a better time, as the sales season is almost upon us.
Upgrade to Spectra Pro using the special offer to access 3 special seasonal templates.
There are 2 templates for Black Friday and one for Halloween. All represent the same dedication to quality and design as Spectra.
If you’re planning a Halloween party or event, the Halloween template is everything you want from a template and more!
If you’re planning a Black Friday sale, the two BFCM templates deliver a great user experience and almost compel you to spend.
You can use all 3 templates for free when you opt for Essential Toolkit or Business Toolkit.
To show our gratitude, we’re offering an exclusive, one-time deal to celebrate.
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