Changelog
Follow our journey as we build the best local social platform for Leigh on Sea and beyond.
25 November 2025
Releasev1.0.7: Push Notifications + Bug Fixes
Push Notifications
- •Fully configured push notifications for iOS
- •11 Cloud Functions deployed for automatic notifications
- •Message, Like, and Super Like notification alerts
- •FCM token handling and storage
New Features
- •Outgoing connection requests now visible in Requests tab
- •Incoming/Outgoing request cards with color coding (orange/green)
- •Comprehensive logging throughout app for debugging
- •FCM token display in admin panel
Bug Fixes
- •Fixed Connect/Say Hi buttons not working (Discovery & Live Map)
- •Fixed sent connection requests not showing in Requests tab
- •Fixed email retention validation in UserService
- •Fixed Non-Binary gender support in User model
- •Fixed Firestore permissions for user profile reads
- •Fixed Live Map location updates during broadcast
- •Fixed message notification badges not clearing
Cloud Functions
- •sendMessageNotification - automatic message alerts
- •sendLikeNotification - connection request alerts
- •cleanupExpiredSessions - hourly session cleanup
- •createConnectionOnMutualLike - auto-match creation
- •trackDailyActiveUsers - analytics tracking
25 November 2025
Releasev1.0.6: ShoutSouthend Platform Launch
Major Transformation
- •Complete rebrand from dating app to local social platform
- •New ShoutSouthend branding throughout the app
- •Focus on Leigh on Sea and surrounding areas
- •Community-first approach to local connections
New Features
- •Admin panel with ban/suspend capabilities
- •3D Interest cloud onboarding experience
- •Full-screen photo viewer component
- •User reporting system for safety
- •Dark mode support
- •Discovery preferences and privacy settings
Live Map Enhancements
- •Improved location handling and persistence
- •Better session management (2-hour broadcasts)
- •Enhanced UI with activity filtering
- •See who is live near you in real-time
Security & Safety
- •Updated Firestore rules for admin roles
- •Report moderation workflow
- •Ban/suspend enforcement with custom messages
- •Community guidelines and safety features
More Updates Coming Soon
We're constantly improving ShoutSouthend with new features and fixes. Check back here for the latest updates!