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Getting Started: A Complete First-Visit Guide

Everything you need to know to make the most of your first visit to the Boston Made App — from the discovery flow to creating an account to understanding the ecosystem.

Sep 7, 20266 min read
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Guides

How to Navigate the Boston Made Ecosystem

The Boston Made portfolio spans media, markets, pets, digital services, and community. Here is a practical guide to finding your way around without getting lost.

5 minAug 1, 2026
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Guides

What Is Boston Made+ and Is It Worth It?

A plain-language breakdown of what the Boston Made+ membership includes, what it does not include, and how to decide whether it makes sense for you.

4 minAug 3, 2026
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Editorial

Independent Brands: What Makes Them Different

Independent brands operate differently from franchise chains and corporate subsidiaries. Understanding the distinction helps you know what to expect and how to engage.

5 minAug 5, 2026
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Digital Literacy

Digital Literacy: Reading Brand Status Indicators

Status labels like Public, Profile, and Developing carry specific meaning. Here is what each one tells you and what it does not.

3 minAug 7, 2026
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Guides

Pet Lifestyle Brands: What to Look For

The pet lifestyle market is crowded. Here is a framework for evaluating pet-focused brands before you commit your attention or your money.

5 minAug 9, 2026
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Digital Literacy

Understanding Cross-Brand Authentication

Single sign-on across independent brands is technically complex and raises real privacy questions. Here is how the Boston Made Passport system works and what it means for you.

6 minAug 11, 2026
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Digital Literacy

Evaluating Digital Memberships: A Framework

Digital memberships are proliferating. Before you subscribe to anything, here is a set of questions worth asking.

5 minAug 13, 2026
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Editorial

Creative Work and Brand Building: The Long Game

Building a brand is creative work, and creative work takes longer than most people expect. Here is a realistic picture of what the process looks like.

6 minAug 15, 2026
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Guides

How to Use the Discovery Flow

The homepage discovery flow is designed to route you to the right brand for your interests. Here is how it works and how to get the most out of it.

3 minAug 17, 2026

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