We've been hard at work behind the scenes, and today we're excited to share the most significant update to Cirklr since launch — a fully redesigned and polished front-end experience, along with a set of new features driven by internal feedback.
The redesign touches every corner of the app. Menus are cleaner and easier to navigate, layouts are more spacious and readable, and the overall visual language has been refined to feel more modern and inviting. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a daily user, the experience should feel noticeably smoother and more intuitive.
Alongside the visual refresh, we've shipped several new features that we believe will make Cirklr even more useful in everyday life:
Badges — Members can now earn badges that reflect their activity and contributions within a circle. Borrowing regularly, lending generously, or completing exchanges promptly all earn you badges. A full reputation system is in the works and coming soon.
Action Items — A new action items panel gives you a clear view of what needs your attention: incoming loan requests, pending pickups, ongoing exchanges, and more. No more digging through notifications — everything that needs action is surfaced in one place.
QR Code Circle Sharing — Inviting new members to your circle is now as simple as showing a QR code. Each circle has its own unique QR code that can be printed, shared on a poster, or displayed on a screen — making it effortless to grow your community offline and online alike.
User Management — Circle admins now have more control with a dedicated user management panel. You can view all members and remove them if needed, keeping your circle organized as it grows.
User Reviews — Members can now leave reviews after completing an exchange, helping build a culture of trust and transparency within each circle. Reviews are visible to all members and contribute to a user's growing reputation on the platform.
Dark Mode — Cirklr now supports dark mode. Whether you prefer it for aesthetics or easier reading in low-light conditions, you can switch between light and dark mode at any time from your account settings.
These updates are the result of internal testing and the valuable insights gathered along the way. Every feature has been designed to reduce friction, build trust, and make sharing a natural part of daily life.
This is just the beginning. We have more improvements and features in the pipeline, and we'll continue refining Cirklr based on how real communities use it.
Thank you for being part of this journey — your feedback shapes everything we build.