You and others have had blogs warning of this possibity and attempting to explore other possibilities. But it was still a shock when notice appeared that they will close down this social network on December 1st. They say they are doing this to focus on "ecommerce. That made it even feel worse. It was like they were saying---pack up your stuff and move out, we are going to build a walmart here. sigh.
Blogger and Word Press have both been recommended to me. Here is a copy of what I read when I logged in today:
This is the message I got when I logged in this morning:
"Hello. Stefan here, writing you from Multiply HQ in Jakarta, Indonesia.
As most of you are probably aware, Multiply's mission has evolved over the past year and a half to become the biggest and most beloved ecommerce marketplace in two very exciting markets, Indonesia and the Philippines. As our focus has shifted, we have reviewed all of our operations, and made some decisions that will affect everyone here.
From December 1st, we will unfortunately no longer be able to support Multiply in its current form - notably we will be removing the social networking and content sharing part of Multiply (photos, videos, blogs, social messaging, etc.). We have decided to discontinue providing and hosting these services, as we have concluded that other Internet sites who are committed to social networking services will do a better job serving you than we can. For our existing users of social networking features, we will be providing easy ways for you to either download your stuff (photos, blogs, content, etc), or migrate it to other online services. We'll announce the precise details shortly. It will be your choice whether to download, migrate or just let your content lapse (and get deleted). For our existing ecommerce users (both buyers and sellers) in Indonesia and the Philippines, there will be no action required. Regarding any existing Multiply Premium subscriptions we will refund any unused balance, and apologize for any inconvenience this will cause. Please contact customer service to request a refund. Note that this is for Multiply Premium, not the ecommerce related Multiply Trust product.
I am aware of how disruptive this news may be, and understand the disappointment that it may cause. Ultimately this was a business decision, critical to our to success moving forward. Instead, we are excited to pursue our own mission to give the 350 million consumers in Indonesia and the Philippines a great way to buy and sell items online. Our singular focus now is for Multiply to retain its status as a vibrant e-commerce destination in Southeast Asia in the years ahead.
I suspect that many of you will not like this news, and am sorry to have to deliver it now. I hope that you will be able to understand the reasons for our decision and thank you for being a part of the Multiply community over the past eight years.
sorry... I only saw it once, but I had a friend who had the foresight to copy and save it. There are many who did not get the notification when they logged in today. You can delete if you want.
they say. But I don't wanna' believe them ... am waiting for your words Jack ...
ReplyDeleteI don't own Muliply - I have not been on here much.
ReplyDeleteI know ... but it's you words of confirmation am waiting to, tight hugs ...
ReplyDeleteI have literally just logged on Maritess - I am not sure.
ReplyDeleteYou should have gotten it on your screen when you first logged on. He's a screen shot of it with discussion http://muds.multiply.com/journal/item/1566/Is-this-a-joke-or-the-real-thing-It-popped-up-in-my-inbox-just-a-little-while-ago.-
ReplyDeletelet us find out then where that news came from Jack
ReplyDeleteIt came from the President Stefan
ReplyDeleteI did and I thought it was another invitation - thanks Sharon.
ReplyDeleteYou and others have had blogs warning of this possibity and attempting to explore other possibilities. But it was still a shock when notice appeared that they will close down this social network on December 1st. They say they are doing this to focus on "ecommerce. That made it even feel worse. It was like they were saying---pack up your stuff and move out, we are going to build a walmart here. sigh.
ReplyDeleteThe notice appeared on my screen when I logged in to Multiply.
ReplyDeletethanks jadedruid, yet, still, it is Jack's confirmation am listening to. hugs
ReplyDeleteThanks there Rich I looked at what Sharon sent and here we go.....
ReplyDeleteooPsi hey, don't say that! WalMart is where I do my groceries smiles*. hugs
ReplyDeleteI think everyone felt the same thing. On my blog we are discussion where we all might move. So far Weebly has most of the same features as Multiply
ReplyDeleteAs mentioned when I logged on I thought it was an invite...
ReplyDeleteQuite the contrary---it was an eviction notice.
ReplyDeleteFor December 1 on from now what I have seen.
ReplyDeleteLet me know where you wind up, Jack.....
ReplyDeleteI shall - yet we still have a few months on here.
ReplyDelete:)
ReplyDeleteBlogger and Word Press have both been recommended to me. Here is a copy of what I read when I logged in today:
ReplyDeleteThis is the message I got when I logged in this morning:
"Hello. Stefan here, writing you from Multiply HQ in Jakarta, Indonesia.
As most of you are probably aware, Multiply's mission has evolved over the past year and a half to become the biggest and most beloved ecommerce marketplace in two very exciting markets, Indonesia and the Philippines. As our focus has shifted, we have reviewed all of our operations, and made some decisions that will affect everyone here.
From December 1st, we will unfortunately no longer be able to support Multiply in its current form - notably we will be removing the social networking and content sharing part of Multiply (photos, videos, blogs, social messaging, etc.). We have decided to discontinue providing and hosting these services, as we have concluded that other Internet sites who are committed to social networking services will do a better job serving you than we can.
For our existing users of social networking features, we will be providing easy ways for you to either download your stuff (photos, blogs, content, etc), or migrate it to other online services. We'll announce the precise details shortly. It will be your choice whether to download, migrate or just let your content lapse (and get deleted).
For our existing ecommerce users (both buyers and sellers) in Indonesia and the Philippines, there will be no action required.
Regarding any existing Multiply Premium subscriptions we will refund any unused balance, and apologize for any inconvenience this will cause. Please contact customer service to request a refund. Note that this is for Multiply Premium, not the ecommerce related Multiply Trust product.
I am aware of how disruptive this news may be, and understand the disappointment that it may cause. Ultimately this was a business decision, critical to our to success moving forward. Instead, we are excited to pursue our own mission to give the 350 million consumers in Indonesia and the Philippines a great way to buy and sell items online. Our singular focus now is for Multiply to retain its status as a vibrant e-commerce destination in Southeast Asia in the years ahead.
I suspect that many of you will not like this news, and am sorry to have to deliver it now. I hope that you will be able to understand the reasons for our decision and thank you for being a part of the Multiply community over the past eight years.
Stef"
I read it five times Dee - thanks.
ReplyDeletesorry... I only saw it once, but I had a friend who had the foresight to copy and save it. There are many who did not get the notification when they logged in today. You can delete if you want.
ReplyDeleteNo this is alright Dee...no worries there.
ReplyDeleteVery sad news to hear of this :(
ReplyDeletethere is a new announcement now Jack...about taking over the social network part of Multiply...I have it on my site.
ReplyDeleteThanks Marty............I shall read it.
ReplyDeleteAs far as I know, Multiply as we know will last until december, 1th. But, we have plenty of time until there, let's enjoy, dear Jack.
ReplyDeleteI agree....
ReplyDelete