A running log of every meaningful update to the Flinque influencer marketing platform. New features, data improvements, filter additions, and fixes that help brands, agencies, and creators find authentic influencers faster.
Advanced Lookalike Creator Engine
You can now find 20 lookalike creators from any profile in seconds. The new engine analyzes content style, audience demographics, engagement patterns, and niche signals to surface verified creators who match your top-performing partners. Available on Enterprise Plan.
- Content-based lookalike matching across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube
- Audience overlap scoring to avoid reaching the same followers twice
- Try it free at our Instagram Lookalike Finder
Enhanced Fake Follower Detection (v3)
Our fake follower detection engine got smarter. The new v3 model catches engagement pods, follow-for-follow patterns, and bot clusters that slipped through earlier versions. Every creator in the Flinque database was automatically re-scored over the past week.
- 27% improvement in fake follower detection accuracy
- New engagement pod identification flags coordinated networks
- Risk score now visible on every profile page
- Test it on any handle with our free Instagram Fake Follower Checker
Bulk Email Outreach with Templates
Finalizing a shortlist just got faster. You can now send personalized outreach emails to dozens of creators at once using editable templates. Templates auto-populate with creator name, niche, and handle so every message stays personal at scale. Learn more on our Influencer Outreach page.
- Pre-built templates for product seeding, paid collabs, and UGC briefs
- Dynamic fields for creator name, platform, and audience size
- Sent/opened tracking per message
- Follow our Do’s and Don’ts Guide for outreach best practices
X (Twitter) Creator Discovery Launched
Flinque now covers X creators with the same verification and filter depth you already use for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Perfect for B2B, SaaS, and crypto brands partnering with thought leaders on X.
- Search X creators by niche, follower range, and engagement quality
- Reply quality scoring to identify genuine audience trust
- Available to all paid plans, no additional cost
Advanced Audience Filters Redesigned
The discovery experience got a major upgrade. Audience filters now include granular controls for location (city-level), demographics (age and gender), language, interests, and engagement quality. Check the full Influencer Discovery Platform page for details.
- City-level audience location filtering (previously country-only)
- Audience interest tags across 80+ categories
- Bio keyword and hashtag search inside creator profiles
- Find creators by niche using our IG Influencers By Niche tool
Creator Comparison Tool (Up to 5 Profiles)
Stop juggling spreadsheets. You can now compare up to 5 creators side by side directly inside Flinque, covering engagement rate, audience demographics, authenticity score, and recent post performance. Free plan allows up to 2 profiles.
- Side-by-side metric comparison across 20+ data points
- Export comparison to CSV for stakeholder review
- Try our free Compare Instagram Accounts tool
UGC-Style Creator Detection
The platform now identifies creators who specialize in UGC-style content for paid media. Perfect for DTC brands and eCommerce teams sourcing authentic content for ads. Filter by “UGC-ready” to shortlist creators whose organic style performs in whitelisting.
- Automated UGC-style tagging based on content patterns
- Whitelisting-ready creator flag
- Included with all paid plans, no extra cost
Saved Lists and Team Collaboration
Agencies managing multiple clients wanted a cleaner way to organize creators. The new Saved Lists feature lets you build brand-specific shortlists, share them with teammates, and track outreach status inside each list. Roles and permissions now available on Enterprise plans.
- Unlimited saved lists per workspace
- Team member roles with custom permissions
- Shareable list links for client approval
Free Tools Suite Launched
We launched a suite of free Instagram tools so any brand or creator can start verifying influencer data without a subscription. No signup required, no credit card, just paste a handle and get instant insights.
Flinque Platform Public Launch
Flinque officially launched to the public after 18 months of development and beta testing with 200+ brands. Our mission then, and now, is to make verified influencer discovery accessible at $49 per month instead of the $300-$600 monthly pricing most competitors charge.
- Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube creator discovery
- Fake follower detection and engagement quality scoring
- Audience demographic filters
- Free, Starter ($49/mo), and Enterprise ($150/mo) plans. See full pricing
On the Flinque Roadmap
Here is a peek at what our team is building next. Timelines are estimates and may shift based on customer feedback. Want to influence the roadmap? Our enterprise customers get direct input into our quarterly planning.
Stay in the Loop
Want product updates delivered to you directly? Here are the ways to stay current with everything Flinque ships.
Product update newsletter
One email per month covering everything new on the platform.
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Real-time announcements, product demos, and customer stories.
Release log inside dashboard
Active users see a notification badge when new features ship.
See every feature live, for free
Every feature on this page is available to try in our Free Plan. No credit card required, no trial timer, just real creator discovery and verification you can use today.
Release Notes FAQs
How often does Flinque release updates?
We ship meaningful updates roughly every 2 to 4 weeks. Minor improvements and data refreshes happen continuously in the background, while new features are documented here after launch.
Do new features cost extra?
No. New features roll out to the plan tiers they belong to at no additional cost. If a feature is marked “Enterprise”, it is included in that plan automatically. Check plan details.
Can I request a feature?
Yes. We collect feature requests through in-app feedback and direct email to our team. Enterprise customers get scheduled roadmap reviews where they can push for specific features. Review the full FAQ for contact details.
Where can I see past release notes?
This page shows every major release in reverse chronological order. For micro-updates and bug fixes, active users can check the in-app changelog in their dashboard.