Influencer Marketplace – Dynamic WordPress Website

Job ID: 38650701

Budget: ₹5,000 – ₹6,000 INR

Influencer Marketplace – Dynamic WordPress Website

#### **1. Introduction**

**1.1 Purpose:**
This SRS document provides detailed specifications for the development of an **Influencer Marketplace Website** using **WordPress**. The platform will serve as a marketplace connecting **influencers** and **brands** through an intuitive and dynamic interface. The website will be responsive, user-friendly, and allow influencers to showcase their social media profiles and brands to post business profiles for promotional collaborations.

**1.2 Scope:**
This website will allow influencers to register using their social media accounts (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, TikTok) and automatically fetch relevant data. Brands will be able to register, create business profiles, and post campaign details. The website will support search and filter functionality, secure messaging, and pricing models for different types of promotional activities.

**1.3 Definitions, Acronyms, and Abbreviations:**
- **SRS:** Software Requirements Specification
- **UI:** User Interface
- **UX:** User Experience
- **CMS:** Content Management System (WordPress)

**1.4 Overview:**
This document outlines the functional and non-functional requirements, user interactions, and system architecture for the Influencer Marketplace website. It is designed to guide developers through building the platform and ensuring all features are properly implemented.

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#### **2. General Description**

**2.1 Product Perspective:**
The Influencer Marketplace will be a platform developed on **WordPress**, allowing easy management and scalability. It will cater to three types of users: Influencers, Brands (Business owners), and Admins.

**2.2 Product Features:**
- Influencer and brand profile creation.
- Auto-fetching data from social media platforms.
- Search and filter options for influencers and campaigns.
- Secure messaging system for direct communication.
- Admin control over users, payments, and content management.

**2.3 User Classes and Characteristics:**
1. **Influencers:**
- Login via social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok).
- Manage personal information, promotion pricing, and categories.
- View and apply to promotional campaigns posted by brands.

2. **Brands (Business owners):**
- Login, create business profiles, and post promotional opportunities.
- Manage multiple business profiles and track promotional campaigns.

3. **Administrators:**
- Control user access, monitor messaging, and oversee platform security.
- Manage payments and system updates.

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#### **3. Functional Requirements**

**3.1 User Types and Login Functionality:**

**3.1.1 Influencers:**
- Influencers will log in using social media accounts (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, TikTok).
- Upon login, the system will auto-fetch data from the user's social media account:
- Follower count, engagement rates, bio information, etc.
- Influencers can manually enter additional details such as:
- **Categories:** e.g., Health, Fashion, Dancing, Food.
- **Pricing:** Set rates for different promotion types (video promotions, short videos, stories).
- **Location:** Automatically fetched during login but can be manually adjusted.

**3.1.2 Brands:**
- Brands will have an easy login system, where the location is auto-fetched.
- Brands can create and manage multiple business profiles, including:
- **Business name.**
- **Business/shop photo.**
- **Business address.**
- Other promotional requirements (campaign details, target audience, etc.).

**3.1.3 Admin:**
- Admins will have full control over managing user accounts, influencer-brand interactions, and payment handling.
- Admins can approve or reject campaigns, moderate messages, and ensure data security.

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**3.2 Data Fetching and Profile Management:**

**3.2.1 Social Media Integration for Influencers:**
- Influencers can log in using social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok. After login, the system automatically pulls key data, including:
- **Follower count.**
- **Engagement statistics (likes, comments, etc.).**
- **Bio and profile picture.**

**3.2.2 Manual Data Entry for Influencers:**
- Influencers can manually add the following:
- **Promotion rates** for video, short videos, and story promotions.
- **Category selection** (e.g., Health, Fashion, Food).
- **Location** (can be auto-fetched or manually updated).

**3.2.3 Manual Data Entry for Brands:**
- Brands can manually enter the following for their business profiles:
- **Business name.**
- **Address** and **location**.
- **Business photos** and **shop images.**
- **Campaign requirements** (e.g., budget, target audience, type of promotion).

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**3.3 Search and Filter Functionality:**

**3.3.1 Search for Influencers:**
Brands can search for influencers based on:
- **Category:** (e.g., Health, Fashion, Food, etc.).
- **Location:** Search influencers based on their geographical location.
- **Price:** Filter by promotion rates, story rates, or video rates.
- **Engagement:** Filter based on follower count or engagement rates.

**3.3.2 Search for Brands:**
Influencers can search for brands or campaigns based on:
- **Business type:** (e.g., retail, fashion, electronics).
- **Location:** Based on where the brand is located.
- **Campaign budget and requirements.**

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**3.4 Messaging System:**
- A secure messaging system will allow influencers and brands to communicate directly.
- Notifications will be sent for new messages or campaign updates.
- Admins can monitor conversations for compliance and safety purposes.

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#### **4. Non-Functional Requirements**

**4.1 Performance:**
- The system should load efficiently and handle high traffic volume, especially during campaigns.
- Automatic data fetching from social media should be performed within seconds.

**4.2 Security:**
- The website will implement strong encryption for data, particularly during login and payments.
- Role-based access control for different users (Influencer, Brand, Admin).
- Secure payment handling through integrated third-party gateways like **Stripe** or **PayPal**.

**4.3 Usability:**
- The website will be designed to be intuitive, with a user-friendly interface for all types of users.
- It will be fully responsive, providing a seamless experience on both desktop and mobile devices.

**4.4 Scalability:**
- The platform will be designed to accommodate a growing number of influencers, brands, and campaigns without performance degradation.

**4.5 SEO and Accessibility:**
- The website will be SEO-optimized for visibility on search engines, with a focus on influencer marketing and collaboration keywords.
- The website will meet web accessibility standards, ensuring usability for all users, including those with disabilities.

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#### **5. System Architecture**

The website will be built using **WordPress** as the CMS platform. Key technologies include:

- **Frontend:** HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (with responsive design frameworks).
- **Backend:** PHP (WordPress core), MySQL (database).
- **Integrations:** Social media APIs (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok) for data fetching.
- **Payments:** Secure integration with payment gateways like Stripe and PayPal.

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#### **6. Acceptance Criteria**
- The system will allow influencers to log in via social media platforms and automatically fetch relevant data.
- Brands can create multiple business profiles and post promotional campaigns.
- The search and filter system should allow brands and influencers to easily find each other based on categories, location, and pricing.
- The messaging system will provide secure and private communication.
- The website must be responsive, perform well under high traffic, and provide secure user experiences.
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