For Hyper-local
Communities
Connect residents, groups and organisers in one trusted digital space.
Why local communities are moving
away from commercial platforms
- Before
- Algorithm-limited reach
- Limited reach
- Poor engagement
- Scattered followers
- After
- Direct community space
- Direct relationships
- Healthier conversations
- Consistent engagement
What hyper-local communities gain
Stronger local connection
Mix news, events and social networking in a digital home
A digital home
Create a community people return to, not posts people scroll past.
Safer spaces
Encourage respectful conversations with built-in safety tools.
Community ownership
Keep control of user data, content and community insights.
Better engagement
Build long-term connections in a space you own.
Reduced reliance on social media
Move conversations off commercial networks and into your own space.
Communities building with Newsmast
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Totnes Pulse – Hyper-local
“A lot of people would like to leave Facebook Groups, but they're stuck. So for the town of Totnes we’re setting up a platform with Newsmast for events, local news and community discussions.” Mayel de Borniol Co-Creator, Bonfire Networks