Feature Case Study

Feature Case Study

Building Connections on Locket: Introducing "Best Friends" and "Groups"

Building Connections on Locket: Introducing "Best Friends" and "Groups"

Building Connections on Locket: Introducing "Best Friends" and "Groups"

Locket is all about keeping your favorite people close—literally on your home screen. But why stop there? To make sharing even more personal and dynamic, we added two new features to Locket’s interface: Best Friends and Groups

Here’s how these features make staying connected even better:

Locket is all about keeping your favorite people close—literally on your home screen. But why stop there? To make sharing even more personal and dynamic, we added two new features to Locket’s interface: Best Friends and Groups

Here’s how these features make staying connected even better:

Locket is all about keeping your favorite people close—literally on your home screen. But why stop there? To make sharing even more personal and dynamic, we added two new features to Locket’s interface: Best Friends and Groups

Here’s how these features make staying connected even better:

Best Friends: Your Inner Circle, Just a Tap Away

Best Friends: Your Inner Circle, Just a Tap Away

Best Friends: Your Inner Circle, Just a Tap Away

Sometimes, it’s about those people—the ones you want to share every little moment with. Best Friends lets you pin your top 5 friends for quick access and easier sharing. No endless scrolling, no hesitation. Just your faves, front and center.

What Changed?

What Changed?

What Changed?

  • A dedicated section on the UI where you can mark and manage your Best Friends.

  • Instant sharing with one tap—no need to dig through a long list of contacts.

  • A playful yet minimal design that keeps Locket’s clean aesthetic intact.

Groups: Bring Everyone Together

Groups: Bring Everyone Together

Groups: Bring Everyone Together

Sharing is even more fun when it’s with the whole crew. With Groups, you can create customized circles—whether it’s your family, college friends, or that chaotic office group chat.

What’s the Vibe?

What’s the Vibe?

What’s the Vibe?

  • Create as many groups as you want and give them unique names.

  • Easily share your photos with the entire group at once.

  • Keep things organized without losing the effortless feel Locket is known for.

How It All Came Together

To make these features feel natural to Locket’s experience, I:

(Don't hold their hands please 😂)

Listened to Users

Found that people were already trying to share with specific friends or groups in repetitive ways. I simplified that.

(It's a process)

Iterated on Design

Tested multiple layouts (tabs vs. sidebars) to find the perfect fit, and the Interface was consistent with Locket’s original vibe.

(All for one, One for all)

Enhanced Accessibility

Designed "Best Friends" and "Groups" to be intuitive, so users wouldn’t need to relearn how to use the app.

What Happened After Launch?

What Happened After Launch?

What Happened After Launch?

(more like "what should happen after launch")

(more like "what should happen after launch")

  • Friend activity skyrocketed: People shared 48% more photos in their Best Friends and Groups compared to individual sharing.

  • Daily usage increased: Time spent on Locket grew by 35%, with users staying engaged longer to curate and share their moments.

  • Retention got a boost: Groups especially resonated with users managing larger friend lists, with a 17% increase in retention after launch.

“Groups just makes Locket fun. I can send my best people goofy pics without spamming my family!”

Pamilerin

Feature Tester

Why It Matters

At its heart, Locket is about creating connections that feel personal and effortless. Adding Best Friends and Groups wasn’t just about functionality—it was about making those everyday moments feel even more meaningful.

Now, your Locket isn’t just a widget. It’s a space to connect, laugh, and share—better than ever.

At its heart, Locket is about creating connections that feel personal and effortless. Adding Best Friends and Groups wasn’t just about functionality—it was about making those everyday moments feel even more meaningful.

Now, your Locket isn’t just a widget. It’s a space to connect, laugh, and share—better than ever.

Why It Matters

At its heart, Locket is about creating connections that feel personal and effortless. Adding Best Friends and Groups wasn’t just about functionality—it was about making those everyday moments feel even more meaningful.

Now, your Locket isn’t just a widget. It’s a space to connect, laugh, and share—better than ever.

© Oluwapemiwa Adetunji. 2025

© Oluwapemiwa Adetunji. 2025

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