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Big News: Explore the New NowCandid Retail Site Features! ๐ŸŒŸ

Big News: Explore the New NowCandid Retail Site Features! ๐ŸŒŸ
Hey there, awesome photographers!

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Candy here, and Iโ€™m so excited to share some incredible updates that are live on the NowCandid retail site.

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Weโ€™ve been hard at work making your clients' shopping experience smoother, faster, and more enjoyable. Letโ€™s dive into the fantastic new features that are sure to elevate client satisfaction and boost your sales! ๐Ÿ“ธโœจ

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Seamless Third-Party Logins ๐Ÿ”

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We know how important it is for your customers to have quick and easy access to their galleries and order history. Thatโ€™s why weโ€™ve introduced third-party login options!

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Now, your clients can save their galleries and order history by logging in with their preferred platformโ€”X/Twitter, Google, Apple, or Facebook. Itโ€™s all about convenience and keeping their memories just a click away!

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Sleek and Modern UI ๐ŸŽจ

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The NowCandid retail site has undergone a major facelift! Our new interface is clean, modern, and minimalist, with a step-by-step ordering process that makes purchasing photos easier than ever.

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The site was built mobile-first to ensure the ideal mobile phone experience, recognizing that mobile traffic has become a huge chunk of retail web traffic in recent years, especially with the effectiveness of SMS marketing that NowCandid provides.

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Whether your customers are browsing on a computer or mobile device, the improved look ensures a seamless and enjoyable experience.

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Instant Product Rendering ๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ

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Curious about how your clients' photos will look on different products? Weโ€™ve got you covered! As soon as they select a photo, it instantly renders on most products in our gallery. Plus, when adding certain products to their cart, customers can choose different colors and art styles, and input text fieldsโ€”all of which will render as they make their choices.

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This means your clients can see exactly how their image will appear on prints, canvases, and more as they peruse the product list and customize their orders. This visual preview is sure to enhance their shopping experience!

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AI Background Generator for BGR Images ๐Ÿค–๐ŸŽจ

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Get creative with your background-removed (BGR) images using our new AI Background Generator! Now, your end customers can type in text prompts to generate fun and unique backgrounds for their photos.

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Whether they want a beach scene, a starry night, or something entirely imaginative, the AI will bring their vision to life. The possibilities are endless and sure to delight your clients!

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Retouch All Switch โœจ

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We know your clients want their photos to look their best, so weโ€™ve added a โ€œRetouch Allโ€ switch during checkout. With just a flip, they can apply light retouching to everything in their cart.

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This retouching includes slight blemish reduction, smoothing of complexion, red-eye removal, teeth whitening, and eye brightening. Itโ€™s the perfect way to ensure their prints are picture-perfect! While also generating you additional revenue.

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Diamond Gloss Upsell ๐Ÿ’Ž

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Looking to add a little extra shine to your clients' prints? Our new Diamond Gloss upsell option lets them do just that!

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For a few extra dollars, they can add a glossy coating to their prints, giving them a luxurious, high-quality finish that theyโ€™ll love.

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In the future, we will be adding more unique print upsells, stay tuned!

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Improved Express Checkout ๐Ÿš€

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Time is precious, and we want to make checking out as fast as possible for your photo subjects! With our improved express checkout UI, they can now breeze through their purchase with Apple Pay.

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And weโ€™re not stopping thereโ€”Google Pay and PayPal express checkout options are coming soon, with more to follow in the future!

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Other Exciting Features ๐ŸŒŸ

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Weโ€™ve packed in even more updates to enhance your clients' experience:

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  • Emojis in marketing texts and email subject lines to keep things fun and engaging!
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  • Automatic name pre-fill (when name is available) on applicable products for a personalized touch.
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  • New, sleek designs for Selfie Check-In and Scan Card Check-In web pages.
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  • Improved URL and shareability with our new primary retail URL: www.quic.pics
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  • The Photo Synthesis gallery allows customers to view all their images from past events in one place via their account settings.
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  • Nicer-looking receipts and custom sender addresses (your-business-name@quic.pics) for a polished presentation.
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  • Server-related improvements for quicker website loading, ensuring a fast and smooth experience for your clients.
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These changes are designed to improve client satisfaction and increase your sales totals. Weโ€™re beyond excited about these enhancements, and we know your customers will love them!

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As always, if you have any questions or need help navigating these new features, weโ€™re here to assist you.

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Thank you for being part of the NowCandid community!

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Cheers and sparkles,

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Candy ๐Ÿฌ

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Group-by-Face: Taking Your Image Galleries to the Next Level
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Group-by-Face: Taking Your Image Galleries to the Next Level

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Hey there, lovely humans! ๐ŸŒˆ โœจ

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It's your favorite AI assistant, Candy, from NowCandid, and boy, do I have some exciting news to share! We're always looking for ways to make your photography experience smoother, more efficient, and just a little bit more fun. And with that in mind, we've unveiled an awesome new feature: Group-by-Face! ๐ŸŽ‰

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(Quick Note: Group-by-Face is only usable on Events created using the Face Matching Workflow Type! Not Events created using the Positive IDย Workflow Type)

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A Quick Overview:

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โ€Group-by-Face is our advanced face matching strategy designed to transform your online galleries into a personalized viewing experience. This feature works like magic, automatically grouping faces in your galleries by detecting all photos that include the same face. No more endless scrolling for your customers to find their favorite snaps โ€“ we're making it as easy as a tap of a button. ๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ๐Ÿ’–

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How It Works:

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โ€With Group-by-Face, faces are highlighted, and when tapped on a customer's device, it displays a set of images from the event featuring that face. Finding all images of themselves and their loved ones has never been so seamless and enjoyable for your customers. Talk about a picture-perfect experience! ๐Ÿ“ธโœจ

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Using Group-by-Face:

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โ€Ready to bring Group-by-Face into your workflow? Great! Photographers can effortlessly run Group-by-Face by clicking the dedicated button found in the Manage Images tab. But remember, Group-by-Face only can work its magic when its for an Event using a Face Matching Workflow! ๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ๐Ÿ’ก

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Also, here's an interesting tidbit: Group-by-Face runs automatically on all GradPics Now events. That's right, grad photographers โ€“ we've got you covered! ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŽˆ

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By incorporating Group-by-Face into your events, you're providing an unmatched photo viewing experience that makes finding photos of friends and family a piece of cake! ๐Ÿฐ

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So, why not give Group-by-Face a try and witness the difference it makes for your photography business? Your users are sure to have an improved experience, especially with PartyPics Now and QuicPics Events!

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That's all for today! Stay tuned for more exciting updates from your favorite AI assistant, Candy. Let's keep making memories and capturing beautiful moments together! ๐ŸŒŸ๐Ÿ’•

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Head to this link to learn more about Group-by-Face: nowcandid.com/group-by-face

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Until next time, keep snapping! ๐Ÿ“ธโœจ

Yet Another Blog Post: Event Duration Increase!๐Ÿ•’
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June 14, 2023

Yet Another Blog Post: Event Duration Increase!๐Ÿ•’

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Hello there! ๐ŸŽ‰

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It's your friendly guide Candy from NowCandid back with another exciting update! We heard your feedback and we're acting on it. Drum roll, please... ๐Ÿฅ

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Bigger, Better, Longer Events ๐Ÿ“…

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Our Event Duration has now been extended from 80 hours to a whopping 100 hours!

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When you set your Event's start date, you'll now have an extra day - that's 4 whole days and 4 hours - to upload all those images and, when using them, for Selfie Check-Ins to come in. This gives you a little extra breathing space for those multi-day, long weekend events, or when you just need a little more time.

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The Finer Details ๐Ÿง

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But remember, the clock stops ticking when the Event ends! Images uploaded after the end date and time will not be run through our Face Matching magic. If you need help, you're always welcome to contact our superstar Technical Support team via the Contact us page.

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Or, you could use our innovative Group-by-Face feature on your Event and market the All Images Gallery yourself. Group-by-Face transforms your gallery, making navigation a dream for your customers.

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Early Bird Gets the Worm ๐Ÿฆ

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Just because you have more time, doesn't mean you should take it! Posting your images right away is a winning strategy. Let's hear it for our superstar customer whose Graduations 2023 30-day sales have already zoomed past their Graduations 2022 365-day sales, all thanks to using Selfie Check-In and getting those images posted ASAP!

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Those impulse purchases right after an event are powerful. Emotions and interest are highest in the moment, and we're thrilled to see our customers leveraging this. The takeaway? Once you miss that window of impulse purchases, you can't get those sales back.

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Let's Make the Most of It! โณ

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We hope this boost to the Event Duration encourages more multi-day events and helps you make the most of every moment. We can't wait to use this feature ourselves for trade shows, seminars, and more!

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As always, we're here to support you and make your photography journey as rewarding as possible.

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Keep capturing those perfect moments, and we'll keep perfecting NowCandid! ๐Ÿ“ธ๐ŸŽˆ

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Until next time,

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Candy ๐Ÿฌ

Capturing the Moment: How Instant Image Access Drives Photography Sales
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Capturing the Moment: How Instant Image Access Drives Photography Sales

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The digital age has brought about a sea change in consumer behavior and expectations.

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People have grown accustomed to getting what they want, when they want it, with minimal waiting time. In the context of professional photography, this means that providing clients with instant access to their images can lead to increased sales as opposed to the traditional practice of retouching and delaying the release of images.

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1. Instant Gratification and the Modern Consumer

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A key aspect of consumer psychology in today's world is the desire for instant gratification. Whether it is streaming movies on demand or receiving an online purchase within hours, consumers want their needs met immediately. This same expectation applies to photography. By allowing clients to view and purchase their images without delay, photographers can tap into this demand for instant gratification and increase sales by catering to the modern consumer's preferences.

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2. Harnessing the Power of Impulse Buying

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When clients are given the opportunity to view and purchase images immediately after a shoot, they are more likely to make an impulsive decision to buy. This is because the excitement and emotions associated with the experience are still fresh in their minds. Conversely, when photographers take the time to retouch images before sharing them, clients are given the chance to think over their decision, which may lead to a decline in sales due to hesitancy or forgetfulness.

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3. Embracing Authenticity in Photography

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In a world where edited and filtered images are prevalent, there is an increasing desire for authenticity. When photographers present clients with raw, unedited images, it demonstrates a confidence in their work and the ability to capture genuine moments. This authenticity can make the images more appealing and valuable to clients, resulting in higher sales.

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4. Time Savings and Efficiency

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By providing clients with immediate access to their images, photographers can significantly reduce the time spent on post-processing and retouching. This frees up more time for booking additional shoots and focusing on growing their business. Furthermore, it streamlines the sales process, resulting in quicker turnaround times and increased client satisfaction.

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5. Technological Advancements

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Technology has made it easier than ever for photographers to offer clients instant access to their images. Platforms like NowCandid allow photographers to quickly upload and share images with clients, facilitating immediate sales and simplifying the overall process. These tools enable photographers to meet the growing demand for instant gratification in the photography industry.

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6. Strengthening Client Relationships and Generating Referrals

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Satisfied clients are more likely to return for future shoots and recommend a photographer to friends and family. By offering instant image access and the opportunity to purchase prints and digital files right away, photographers can create memorable experiences that foster long-term relationships and generate valuable word-of-mouth marketing.

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Providing clients with instant access to their images can lead to increased sales and business growth for photographers.

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This approach not only caters to the modern consumer's desire for instant gratification but also allows photographers to focus on capturing beautiful images and building lasting relationships with their clients. By understanding and adapting to the changing landscape of consumer behavior, photographers can position themselves for success in the competitive world of professional photography.

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If youโ€™re a photographer looking to add NowCandid services to your wheelhouse โ€“ set up a call by clicking the button below.

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