Skool Updates April 2025
Skool's April 2025 updates bring a 7-day trial with skip option, enhanced onboarding videos, and improved user management. Privacy settings hide profiles from search engines, community pinning rises to eight, and mobile app zooming boosts engagement.
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Welcome to the latest Skool Updates for April 2025! I'm Marcin, and today we'll dive deep into the exciting new features and improvements that have been rolled out this month. These updates are designed to enhance your experience, streamline your workflow, and foster a more engaging community. Whether you're a seasoned member or just starting out, these changes are bound to make a difference. Let's explore what’s new!
Table of Contents
- New 7-Day Trial Features
- Onboarding Experience for New Members
- Enhanced User Management
- Privacy Enhancements for Profiles
- Community Organization Improvements
- Consolidated Payout Viewing
- New Theme Options
- Improved Video Thumbnail Quality
- Clarification on Payment Options
- Redesigned Community Signup Interface
- Mobile App Improvements
- Conclusion
- FAQs
New 7-Day Trial Features
One of the standout features this month is the new 7-day trial option. Members now have the flexibility to skip the trial altogether and start paying immediately if they choose to do so. This is a game-changer for those who are eager to dive into the community without waiting.
Another significant update is that cancellations from the trial period will no longer count towards your churn metrics. This means that if someone decides to cancel during their trial, they won't negatively impact your community's churn rate. They were never paying members, after all! This gives you a clearer picture of your actual membership dynamics.
Onboarding Experience for New Members
Next, let’s talk about the onboarding experience for new members. This feature has been improved significantly. When new members join, they will now see a dedicated onboarding video that explains what Skool is all about and how to navigate the platform effectively. This is incredibly beneficial for newcomers who may feel overwhelmed.
Interestingly, this onboarding feature is turned on by default, and many community owners might not even realize it exists. You can customize the onboarding video through the community settings, allowing you to tailor the introduction to your specific audience. This ensures that new members receive the information that is most relevant to them.
Enhanced User Management
Managing your community just got easier with the new user management features. If you have a member pending approval, you can now click on the three dots next to their name and report or ban a user directly from this area. Previously, you would have to navigate to their profile to do this, which was cumbersome.
Additionally, you can manage your followers more efficiently. By accessing your profile, you can easily remove followers if needed, giving you more control over your community interactions.
Privacy Enhancements for Profiles
Privacy has been a hot topic lately, and Skool is addressing this by allowing users to hide their profiles from search engines. This is particularly important for community members who may not want their information publicly accessible. This option is available in the advanced settings, ensuring that your privacy preferences are respected.
Community Organization Improvements
Community organization has also seen exciting changes. You can now drag and drop communities to reorder them according to your preference. This feature allows for a more personalized experience, as you can prioritize the communities that matter most to you. You can pin up to eight communities, which is an increase from the previous limit.
Additionally, if there are communities you no longer wish to see, you can easily hide them from your dropdown menu. This means you won’t have to sift through communities you don’t engage with anymore.
Consolidated Payout Viewing
For community owners, tracking your earnings just got a lot simpler. You now have access to all your payouts in one consolidated view from your profile. This feature allows you to keep track of your earnings across all the communities you manage without having to dig through multiple settings.
New Theme Options
Visual preferences matter, and Skool has rolled out new theme options! You can now choose from a light theme, a dark theme that is no longer in beta, and a system theme that adapts according to your device settings. This means if your device switches to dark mode at night, your Skool theme will follow suit. This personalization enhances your overall experience and makes the platform more enjoyable to use.
Improved Video Thumbnail Quality
Video content quality is crucial, and we’ve improved the thumbnail quality for videos in your community. This ensures that when members view your videos, they see high-quality thumbnails that attract attention and encourage engagement. It’s these little details that contribute to a more professional appearance and a better user experience.
Clarification on Payment Options
In a bid to reflect the actual offerings better, the term “lifetime payment” has been changed to “one-time payment.” This change clarifies what members are actually getting, eliminating any confusion that may have existed before.
Redesigned Community Signup Interface
The signup interface for new communities has been redesigned for a smoother experience. This makes it easier for new members to join and engage with your community right from the start. An intuitive signup process can significantly impact member retention, so this is a valuable enhancement.
Mobile App Improvements
Mobile usage is on the rise, and Skool has made improvements to its mobile app. Now, when members scroll through posts, they can easily zoom in on images within comments. This feature was long overdue and is sure to enhance user engagement, especially for mobile users.
Conclusion
These Skool Updates for April 2025 are designed to enhance your experience as a member or community owner. From onboarding improvements to better user management and privacy features, there’s something for everyone. I encourage you to explore these new features and see how they can benefit you and your community.
If you're creating a new community, don't forget to check out the 14-day free Skool trial and join my free community to get started. Let’s make the most of these updates together!
FAQs
- What is the new 7-day trial feature?
The new 7-day trial feature allows members to skip the trial and start paying immediately if they choose. - How does the onboarding experience work?
New members will see a customizable onboarding video explaining how to navigate the community. - Can I hide my profile from search engines?
Yes, you can now hide your profile from search engines for added privacy. - What are the new theme options?
You can choose between light, dark, and system themes that adapt to your device settings. - How many communities can I pin now?
You can now pin up to eight communities, allowing for better organization.