Challenging 'Manrep' on KakaoMap... Launch of 'Level' Service

Kakao announced on the 9th that it has introduced a ‘level’ service based on user activity to its location-based life platform, KakaoMap.

The newly introduced KakaoMap level service assigns levels and characters to logged-in users based on their activities within the service. Users accumulate points by writing reviews, suggesting places, creating favorite groups, and other activities. Levels and badges are awarded according to the points earned. There are a total of five badges?Bronze, Silver, Gold, Blue, and Purple?and 100 levels ranging from 1 to 100. Users can check their levels and badges via the quick tab, side menu, and My Page. There are also fun elements to celebrate changes in levels and badges, and users can share newly acquired badges with others.

Depending on the type of activity, one of eight characters matching user traits is assigned, such as ‘Pro Foodie Who Picks Only the Best Restaurants,’ ‘Vibrant Hot Place Explorer,’ and ‘Ultra Hyper Detailed Review Describer.’ Recommended places tailored to the assigned character traits are provided to enhance convenience and enjoyment. On the visitor review page, users can view other users’ badges, levels, and place reviews, and if they find users with similar tastes, they can subscribe to those users’ favorite groups.

Along with this update, the ‘My Log’ tab located in the bottom quick tab of KakaoMap has also been updated. In this tab, users can view their movement and activity records and statistics from the past month at a glance, and check recommended cards that link directly to reviews or place suggestions for locations they have visited.

A Kakao representative stated, “We are continuously updating the KakaoMap ‘My Log’ service, which allows users to record their experiences, evolving it into a life platform that adds fun and convenience,” and added, “We plan to continue adding various services tailored to users’ needs.”

Meanwhile, KakaoMap launched a timeline service called ‘My Log’ in August last year. It stores daily records such as car, public transportation, and bicycle travel histories and provides monthly statistics. It can also be used to record one’s gourmet experiences or to view lists of favorite restaurants registered in favorites.

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