The Public Profile
On HUBly, your Public Profile is more than just a settings page—it is your professional portfolio and social proof engine. Whether you are an industry expert curating the best AI tools, or a founder showcasing your software, your profile serves as the ultimate anchor for trust and authority within the ecosystem.
1. The Profile Hero (Identity & Trust)
The top section of your profile acts as your digital business card. It displays your avatar, professional bio, location, and verified social links (GitHub, Twitter, Website). This transparency is crucial. When users see your connected accounts and read your biography, the reviews you leave and the tools you recommend instantly gain significant credibility. Additionally, this section displays your Followers and Following metrics, allowing you to build an audience directly on the platform.
Every profile has a unique shareable URL (`/u/your-id`). You can use the "Copy Link" button to easily share your curated tech stack or portfolio on Twitter/X, LinkedIn, or your personal blog.
2. The Maker's Portfolio (Published Tools)
For software founders and creators, the Published Tools tab is your ultimate storefront. Any tool you submit and successfully publish on HUBly will automatically be listed here. This allows potential buyers and investors to see your entire product catalog in one unified, professional view, complete with real-time ratings and engagement metrics.
3. Curated Tech Stacks (Favorites)
The Favorite Collection tab transforms your profile from a simple portfolio into a highly valuable resource for others. Every time you save or "favorite" a tool while browsing HUBly, it is added to this collection. Over time, you build a highly curated "Tech Stack" of your preferred AI tools, software, and services. Other professionals can visit your profile specifically to discover what tools an expert like you relies on daily.
4. Building an Audience
Because your profile hosts both your creations and your recommendations, HUBly allows other users to Follow you. Building a follower base ensures that whenever you publish a new tool or discover a hidden gem, your audience is the first to know. (We will dive deeper into how this interactive networking functions in the next section).
If you are a Founder, make sure your "Website" link points directly to your startup's homepage. A well-curated Public Profile on HUBly can drive significant organic traffic to your own projects.