It explains mission, audiences, personas, scenarios, features, plans & pricing architecture, CHLOM™ attribution, data/privacy/security, onboarding, how‑tos, troubleshooting, case studies, KPIs, accessibility, sustainability, legal, roadmap, and a ship checklist. Cross‑references name other CrownThrive brands and platforms but do not link out.
0) Document Metadata
- Brand: FindCliques
- URL (canonical): findcliques.com
- Doc Type: Brand Master (Public Help Center)
- Owner: CrownThrive Discovery & Community Platforms
- Version: v1.0
- Last Updated: 2025‑08‑27
- Review Cadence: Quarterly or on major release
- CHLOM™ Fingerprint ID: [auto‑generated]
- Canonical Source: Help Center → Brand Masters → FindCliques
1) Brand Snapshot
- One‑liner: Discover, join, and promote groups across platforms—connect your people, grow your reach.
- Elevator pitch: FindCliques is a cross‑platform groups directory and promotion hub for Telegram, WhatsApp, Discord, Facebook Groups/Pages, Reddit, and more. Users find like‑minded communities; admins promote and grow memberships with featured placement and simple analytics.
- Core promise: The fastest way to find your tribe and responsibly grow it.
- Role in CrownThrive: Community discovery layer feeding CrownThrive IO (publishing/UTM), CrownLytics (analytics), CrownPulse (social proof), ThrivePush (reminders), CrownRewards (loyalty), Crown Affiliates/Ambassadors (distribution), ThriveTickets (events), Kamora360 (CRM & ops), ThriveTools SEO/OPT (findability & performance). Part of the Cliques Ecosystem beside NFTCliques and ChainCliques.
2) Mission, Vision, Values
- Mission: Connect people to communities that matter—and make growth ethical, measurable, and sustainable.
- Vision (3–5 years): The most trusted, inclusive directory for interest‑based communities across chat, social, and web3.
- Values: Belonging • Integrity • Accessibility • Sustainability • Privacy‑first • Measurable impact.
- Operating tenets: Clear category taxonomy; responsible promotions; safety over speed; verified impact.
3) Audiences (Who It’s For)
- Members: People seeking interest‑based groups (gaming, fitness, networking, education, creative arts, parenting, finance, wellness, spirituality, local causes, events).
- Group Admins/Owners: Community builders needing reach—featured placements, banner/descriptions, and join‑click tracking.
- Publishers/Creators: Curators who embed or recommend cliques and want proof + payout rails via Crown Affiliates.
- Organizations/Programs: Schools, nonprofits, faith orgs, clubs, and brands centralizing their communities.
- Eligibility & restrictions: 18+; comply with Acceptable Use; no NSFW/explicit, hate, violence, or illegal activity; limited allowance for censored/artistic content if policy‑compliant.
4) Persona Library (Narrative Profiles)
Community Builder (Discord/Telegram Admin) Goals: Increase qualified joins; keep culture intact. Pain points: Low discovery; spammy ads; policy risk. Signals: Join‑rate, retention, report volume. Touchpoints: Featured listing; copy/banner; analytics panel; tidy moderation workflow.
Local Organizer (WhatsApp/Facebook Group) Goals: Fill events and volunteer days; onboard newcomers. Pain points: Fragmented comms; slow growth. Signals: New members per week; event RSVPs. Touchpoints: Category placement; ThriveTickets for RSVPs; ThrivePush reminders.
Publisher/Creator Goals: Recommend great groups; grow newsletter/social; earn ethically. Pain points: Weak proof; unclear policies. Signals: CTR, EPC (when using Crown Affiliates), list growth. Touchpoints: Curated roundups; CrownPulse proof; performance review in CrownLytics.
Program Director (Education/Nonprofit/Faith) Goals: Cohort/community continuity; safe onboarding. Pain points: Policy & safeguarding; inconsistent visibility. Signals: Verified joins; incident/takedown rate; donor/volunteer lift. Touchpoints: Multi‑category listings; safety guidelines; reporting channel via Collab Portal.
5) Scenarios (Jobs‑To‑Be‑Done Playbooks)
- “Launch a Featured Listing in 10 Minutes” — Create account → choose category/platform tags → add bannner/description → deposit funds → enable Featured → monitor views/joins; add CrownPulse widgets on your site for proof.
- “Cross‑Platform Community Hub” — Aggregate Telegram, WhatsApp, Discord links into one page; publish via CrownThrive IO; run ThrivePush nudges for onboarding; track weekly joins in CrownLytics.
- “Event Week Funnel” — List the event’s chat group under Events & Meetups; push attendees to ThriveTickets; schedule count‑down reminders; recap check‑ins vs. joins.
- “Newsletter Lift” — Curate 5 cliques for your niche; add disclosure; measure CTR/EPC via Crown Affiliates (where offers apply); rotate monthly.
- “City/Chapter Rollout” — Clone a template listing per city; embed WhatsApp/Telegram links; staff moderators; run CrownRewards for verified participation.
6) Features and Tools (What You Can Do)
- Browse & Search: Category filtering across Hobbies & Interests, Gaming, Professional Networking, Technology, Health & Fitness, Education & Learning, Entertainment, Social & Relationships, Travel & Adventure, Finance & Investing, Lifestyle, Community & Local Groups, Causes & Activism, Business & Entrepreneurship, Parenting & Family, Creative Arts, Spirituality & Religion, Science & Innovation, Pets & Animals, Events & Meetups.
- Multi‑Platform Coverage: Telegram, WhatsApp, Discord, Facebook Groups/Pages, Reddit, X, and more.
- Promotion Tools: Featured listings in high‑visibility zones; custom descriptions/banners; simple analytics to track views and joins.
- Safety & Moderation: AUP‑aligned content standards; NSFW/explicit content prohibited (limited allowance for non‑grotesque, censored artistic material if compliant); reporting tools; enforcement playbook.
- Sustainability Hooks: Each transaction contributes to tree‑planting (EcoDrive) and carbon removal (Stripe Climate).
- Payments: Stripe/PayPal today; crypto support planned.
- Support: Help Center pages, FAQs, and contact path; Collab Portal for escalations. Ecosystem connections: CrownThrive IO (publishing), CrownLytics (insights), CrownPulse (proof), ThrivePush (nudges), ThriveTickets (events), Crown Affiliates/Ambassadors (distribution), CrownRewards (loyalty), Kamora360 (CRM), ThriveTools SEO/OPT (visibility & performance).
7) Plans & Pricing (Narrative Architecture)
- Wallet & Deposits: Digital wallet for promotions; 5% platform fee applied to each deposit; minimum $25 and maximum $500 per transaction; funds are non‑refundable and not withdrawable (held for future platform use).
- Featured Listing Duration: Determined by the plan purchased; may rotate in placement; removal occurs for policy violations.
- Payments: Stripe or PayPal; crypto options planned.
- Refunds: All payments/deposits are non‑refundable. Pricing builder guidance: Show worked examples (e.g., $100 deposit – 5% fee; net wallet balance; projected impressions); document edge cases (policy removal, rotation windows, exhausted balance, currency/region differences).
8) Attribution, IP, and Licensing (CHLOM™)
- Brand IP: FindCliques™ owned by CrownThrive, LLC.
- UGC: Users retain ownership; platform receives non‑exclusive, royalty‑free license to display and distribute for operation/promotion; comply with IP laws.
- Disclosure: Publishers/creators must use compliant disclosures when monetizing via Crown Affiliates; follow platform/jurisdiction rules.
- Automated Licensing: CHLOM™ License Exchange (LEX) for attribution audits and eligible royalties across placements.
9) Data, Privacy, and Security
- Data: Device data (IP, browser, cookies, pages, referrers), account profile, listing metadata, transactions, diagnostics.
- Security: Encryption in transit/at rest; backups; vulnerability management; periodic audits.
- Access Controls: Role‑based permissions; least privilege.
- Compliance: Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, GDPR awareness; consent preferences; incident response and breach notices.
- User Controls: Export/deletion by verified owners; abuse reporting.
10) Onboarding and Quick Start
For Members
- Create an account; browse categories; follow “Join Clique” to the external platform.
- Save favorites; report issues if a listing is outdated or unsafe. For Group Admins
- Create an account; complete group profile (platform tags, category, banner, description).
- Deposit funds into wallet; enable Featured promotion for visibility.
- Monitor views/joins; refresh creative and categories monthly; align with AUP.
- Add CrownPulse proof to your site; schedule ThrivePush nudges; track impact in CrownLytics.
11) How‑Tos (Step‑By‑Step)
- Create a listing that passes AUP and stands out.
- Choose categories and platform tags for discovery.
- Fund your wallet and enable a Featured listing.
- Write compliant descriptions and use banners ethically.
- Measure views, clicks, and joins; read trends in CrownLytics.
- Run an event funnel with ThriveTickets + ThrivePush.
- Add proof widgets with CrownPulse.
- Request takedown or report a violation with timestamps and evidence.
12) Troubleshooting and FAQs
- “My listing isn’t appearing.” Verify category/platform tags, wallet balance, and Featured status; confirm no policy violations.
- “Joins look low.” Tighten copy, add clearer CTAs, update banner, try a different category; ensure your external group invite link isn’t rate‑limited.
- “Payment failed.” Check Stripe/PayPal status; retry; contact support with transaction ID.
- “Refunds?” Deposits and payments are non‑refundable.
- SLA: Community (best effort), Standard (48h), Priority (24h), Enterprise (contracted).
13) Case Study Pattern (for Publication)
- Title: Outcome + persona + timeframe.
- Snapshot: Platform(s), category, geography, moderation posture.
- Challenge → Approach → Results: Joins/week, CTR to external group, report rate, retention after 30 days.
- CrownThrive Stack: FindCliques + CrownLytics + CrownPulse + ThrivePush (+ others as relevant).
- Replication Steps: Listing setup, copy, category mix, cadence, and measurement plan.
- Assets: Permissioned screenshots and quotes.
14) Use Cases by Persona and Industry
- Gaming & Creator: Discord hubs; event night channels; streamer collabs.
- Health & Wellness: WhatsApp accountability groups; cohort check‑ins; CrownRewards participation.
- Education & Courses: Study groups; office‑hour chats; CrownThriveU funnels.
- Local & Community: Volunteer corps; neighborhood watches; ThriveTickets event coordination.
- Business & Entrepreneurship: Mastermind cliques; pitch circles; Crown Affiliates placements.
- Web3/Tech: Project and DAO groups via ChainCliques; NFT drops via NFTCliques.
15) Metrics and KPI Framework
- North‑stars: New joins/week from FindCliques; join‑to‑retain at 30 days; report/violation rate.
- Operational: Listing approval time, policy takedowns, wallet utilization, rotation coverage.
- Growth: Admin activation, four‑week retention, Featured adoption, ecosystem cross‑traffic.
- Reporting rhythm: Weekly snapshot, monthly review, quarterly deep dive via CrownLytics with CrownPulse signals.
- Data dictionary: Define join, view, click‑thru, violation, rotation.
16) Community, Ambassadors, and Affiliates
- Crown Ambassadors: Curated capsules and category takeovers.
- Crown Affiliates: Ethical monetization for curators and publishers.
- Community guidelines: Respect, honesty, anti‑spam; zero tolerance for deception or hate.
- Rewards: CrownRewards earn/burn hooks for verified actions and events.
17) Accessibility and Inclusion
- Baseline: Contrast, captions for tutorial media, alt text, keyboard navigation.
- Representation: Imagery and voice reflecting our communities.
- Localization: Language/region formats; categorize local groups clearly.
- Accommodation: Contact path for accessible alternatives.
18) Sustainability, Social Good, and Impact
- Environmental: Tree planting via EcoDrive and carbon removal via Stripe Climate; publish impact stats; avoid over‑claiming.
- Social: Community uplift through inclusive discovery and safe growth.
- Impact reporting: Central audits and summaries.
19) Legal, Policy, and Compliance
- Terms & AUP: Participation rules; prohibited content; moderation and takedowns.
- Privacy & Cookies: Device data, consent preferences, data rights; cookie notice.
- Payments: Stripe/PayPal; non‑refundable deposits; wallet rules; arbitration venue; 18+ age gate.
- Records: Logs and retention schedules with audit trails.
- Licensing: CHLOM™ issuance, verification, and enforcement for UGC where applicable.
20) Roadmap and Changelog
- Themes: Richer analytics for join‑tracking, improved Featured rotation transparency, crypto payments, deeper policy tooling, localized experiences.
- Recent releases: Date‑stamped notes and impact.
- Deprecations/migrations: Timelines and guidance.
- Feedback loop: Intake and review cadence across Community Platforms, Product, and Support.
21) Ecosystem Cross‑References (No Links)
FindCliques • NFTCliques • ChainCliques • CrownThrive IO • Locticians • SocialAIly • CrownLytics • CrownPulse • ThrivePush • ThriveTickets • Thrive AI Studio • NeuralCraft • ThriveTools/OPT • ThriveTools SEO • Kamora360 • The Mane Experience • Melanin Magic • Melanated Voices Platform (MVP on Roku) • Melanated Voices TV • CrownThriveU • CrownRewards • CrownFluence • Crown Ambassadors • Crown Affiliates • AdLuxe Network • Go‑Flipbooks • Collab Portal • The TAME Gallery • The Artful Mane Gallery • Wearable Art.
22) SEO, Taxonomy, and Navigation (Narrative)
- Category: Help Center → Brand Masters.
- Tags: communities, groups directory, promotions, featured listing, cross‑platform.
- Slug: /help/findcliques/master
- Meta title: “FindCliques — Master Guide | CrownThrive”.
- Meta description: “Mission, features, plans, how‑tos, and use cases for FindCliques across the CrownThrive ecosystem.”
23) Editorial Voice and Style
- Voice: Direct, strategic, culturally authentic, empowering.
- Structure: Short paragraphs and bullet lists; no tables.
- Claims: Specific and verifiable; avoid over‑promising.
- Visuals: Representative imagery and simple diagrams where helpful.
- Consistency: Standard capitalization and terminology across Help Center.
24) Production Checklist (Ship‑Ready)
- Mission/vision/values finalized.
- Persona library validated.
- Scenarios documented with cross‑brand flows.
- Feature inventory and plan entitlements verified.
- Plan limits, wallet flow, and policy language reviewed by Legal/Finance.
- How‑tos drafted, tested, and time‑boxed.
- Troubleshooting and FAQs sourced from real issues.
- Case study scheduled or published.
- KPIs wired to CrownLytics; sample screenshots captured.
- Accessibility and localization review complete.
- Sustainability and attribution language added.
- Legal and CHLOM™ fingerprint verified.
- SEO meta and slug set; nav placement approved.
- Support/SLA tier mapping done.
- Changelog entry created and owner assigned.
End of master. Clone for how‑to subsections (e.g., “Create a Compliant Listing,” “Fund Wallet & Enable Featured,” “Optimize Categories & Copy,” “Event Week Funnel with ThriveTickets,” “Monthly Join Review in CrownLytics,” “Safety & Reporting Guide”).