The user account should have the following functions: message history, photo and video gallery, list of friends, the ability to comment on publications, playlist (listening to music, both free and by subscription), participation in communities.

The simpler the authorization process is, the better. A great option is to register on the site through services: Gmail, Facebook, Apple and others.

This is the functionality for paying for purchases within the social network. Most people make purchases online, so the development of the social network should include making purchases and payments in a customer-friendly way from any platform: both from a desktop computer and from other devices.

This is one way to monetize a resource. You can use an ordinary bulletin board to start, but don't forget about scaling. Creating an advertising management system is a very profitable option for a fast-growing project.

This is a "must have" for a social network. And it is clear that users will have questions, problems, and problems with the work of the resource. The option to contact technical support is a prerequisite for the existence and development of the site.

The volume and complexity of information shared on social networks is enormous. Users' personal data must be securely protected. Solid web resources provide their users with security checks. These are guidelines to help you properly set up the security and privacy of your account.