Completed
Public ListLink website
The public site is live and gives early families a clear place to learn about ListLink, follow progress, and prepare for beta.
ListLink
A Dark Roots Lab Project
Development
ListLink Development Updates
Follow the progress of ListLink as we move from development into closed beta and eventually public launch.
This page exists to keep early supporters informed about what has been completed, what is actively being built, and what is planned for the future. Priorities may evolve as ListLink learns from real family feedback during beta.
Recently completed
Progress that is already in place
These milestones reflect completed groundwork that supports the closed beta path and the broader product foundation behind ListLink.
Milestone
Completed
Beta application system
Early supporters can now request beta access through a focused intake flow built to stay simple and privacy-conscious.
Completed
Secure admin dashboard
Admin review tools are in place behind protected access so beta operations can stay organized without exposing applicant data.
Completed
Beta applicant management
Core review actions now support moving applicants through the early beta workflow as invitations begin to ramp up.
Completed
Firebase backend foundation
The shared backend foundation is in place for beta intake, protected operations, and the next wave of launch preparation.
Completed
Authentication system
Authentication groundwork has been added so secure admin access and future tester flows can be built on a stable base.
Completed
Initial cloud functions
Server-side functions now handle important beta operations that should not depend on public browser access alone.
Completed
Family account architecture
The app structure is being shaped around real household use, with shared coordination at the center of the experience.
Currently in progress
Active work ahead of the next beta step
These are the current priorities. They can shift more often than completed milestones as development responds to testing, stability, and day-to-day product needs.
In progress
Final ListLink beta polish
The current focus is tightening the overall experience so the first testers see a product that already feels useful and intentional.
In progress
UX improvements
Flows are being reviewed for clarity so common household tasks feel easier to understand and easier to keep using.
In progress
UI refinement
Visual cleanup is continuing across key screens to make the app feel more cohesive, calmer, and more ready for daily use.
In progress
Code hardening
Core systems are being tightened to reduce friction, improve reliability, and support a smoother beta experience.
In progress
Internal family testing
Real household use is helping surface the small practical details that matter most before broader beta invitations begin.
In progress
Beta onboarding preparation
Install guidance, support flow expectations, and first-tester handoff materials are being prepared for a cleaner rollout.
In progress
Stability improvements
Current work includes reducing rough edges and improving consistency before more families begin testing the app.
Coming next
The next immediate priorities
This section stays intentionally short so it reflects what is most likely to happen next rather than everything further out.
Next
First beta invitations
The next major step is inviting early approved testers into the first real feedback cycle.
Next
Demo screenshots
Real product visuals will be added to the website as soon as they accurately reflect the beta experience.
Next
Feedback collection
The next phase will emphasize gathering practical household feedback that can guide the most important refinements.
Next
Bug reporting workflow
Support and issue reporting will be expanded so testers have clearer ways to flag rough edges and recurring problems.
Next
Founding Family onboarding
Early participation details will be shaped around active testers who help strengthen the product during beta.
Next
Public beta preparation
After the first closed testing cycle, attention will shift toward broader readiness and launch planning.
A broader view of where ListLink is heading
This roadmap is meant to communicate direction, not promise dates. It reflects the shape of the product as it grows from beta into a more complete family platform.
Foundation
- Shared Tasks
- Shared Calendar
- Shopping
- Recipes
- Daily Briefing
- Notifications
Beta Launch
- Closed beta onboarding
- Approval and invite workflow
- Known issue tracking
- Support and feedback routing
- Real household validation
Version 1.0
- Android launch
- User onboarding improvements
- Unified tagging system across the entire app
- Personalization improvements
- Performance optimization
Future Family Features
- Budget tools
- Rewards
- Family goals
- Smart automation
- Enhanced meal planning
- Calendar improvements
Future Integrations
- Additional AI assistance
- Expanded cloud integrations
- More notification options
- Import/export improvements
Beyond Version 1
- iOS growth
- Additional automation
- Family insights
- Continued feature expansion
ListLink is being built alongside the families who will use it. Every update, feature, and improvement is shaped by real-world feedback from our beta community.