SixString Relaunch
Hi SixStringers!
We have some exciting news for everyone – we are relaunching SixString!
You can access the new portal by going to https://www.sixstring.com/register/ and creating an account. We’re sure you have a lot of questions, here’s some answers for (we think) the most pressing ones:
1) Why are we doing this?
We launched SixString 10 years ago via the Apple App Store. Since then, we’ve had to update the app to keep up with Apple policies, and create an Android version to be more inclusive. This was quite labor intensive for a small team. We’ve moved to a new platform in order to be able to create a better and future-proof system that will have both iOS and Android apps as well as a web-based version. The new platform will allow us to more rapidly develop and make updates as needed.
2) Will my content be migrated?
Unfortunately, no. You will need to sign up and create your account again, pick a username and upload your profile info. However, we really think the new features will make your experience so much better! If you are interested in getting your app files files, please email us at [email protected] and we can arrange a download for you.
3) What are the new features on SixString.com?
This is the great news – the new site features a number of excellent NEW features including:
• A much richer member profile with the ability to add your guitars to your profile.
• Groups and Forums so you can showcase your guitars and playing, ask any questions to other members and generally have much deeper guitar discussions.
• The ability to message each other (as long as 2 members are connected).
• News stories pulled in from various guitar mags so you can read and comment on them with the community
• Richer notifications.
• And more updates to come! We’ve only just started!
4) How are you making money?
Initially we’ll be making money by advertising on the site and selling SixString merch as well as offering a benefactor subscription. We highly value the community and we’ll keep advertising to a minimum and as targeted as possible.
5) So how do I sign up?
Great question! Go here to create a new account: https://www.sixstring.com/register/ OR you can download and sign up on the iOS or Android apps here: https://www.sixstring.com/apps/
We look forward to seeing the community on the new SixString.com site and thank everyone for being SixStringers!
The SixString Team
