FragIndex Changelog

Best Clone Highlight on Fragrance Pages

Fragrance pages now feature a dedicated Best Clone section, making it easier to instantly see the closest alternative without digging through long lists.

• Top clone match is now surfaced directly near the top of each page
• Designed to make clone discovery feel immediate and practical
• Helps users get answers faster, not just more data

Improved Similarity Voting System

Similarity voting has been redesigned to feel faster, clearer, and more intuitive. Users can now rate clone accuracy with less friction and better guidance.

• New quick similarity options for more confident voting
• Better alignment between clone pages and their originals
• Voting now plays a bigger role in shaping clone rankings

The goal is to make FragIndex’s clone matching more community-driven and more trustworthy over time.

Ranked Clone Listings

Clone sections are now ranked more intelligently, helping you quickly identify the strongest matches instead of browsing through unordered alternatives.

• Clones are now displayed in a clearer ranked order
• Better emphasis on the most accurate inspirations
• Supports FragIndex’s shift toward answer-first discovery

Buy Links on Fragrance Pages

Fragrance pages now include buy links so you can quickly check availability after discovering something you like.

• Links appear directly on individual fragrance pages
• Designed to be optional and non-intrusive
• Makes it easier to go from research to purchase

FragIndex remains a discovery-first platform, with buying kept as a convenience rather than the focus.

Bug Fixes & Polish

Several small issues were addressed to improve overall stability and consistency.

• Improved data consistency across fragrance pages
• Fixed minor display issues on certain screen sizes
• Smoother interactions when navigating between pages

New: Scent Rating

You can now vote on how a fragrance smells based on your personal impression.

• Love it
• Like it
• It’s okay
• Not for me

These votes now appear directly on fragrance pages, giving quick insight into real community opinions.

Fragrance Concentration Badges

Fragrance pages now show official concentration types so you can better understand strength and intensity at a glance.

• Eau Fraîche
• Eau de Cologne
• Eau de Toilette
• Eau de Parfum
• Extrait de Parfum

These appear alongside gender and other key details for faster browsing.

Improved Search Experience

Searching across FragIndex is now faster, cleaner, and easier to use.

• Better real-time searching
• Filters for notes, accords, and fragrance types
• Improved visibility of active filters
• The features above are integrated into the search page

Trending Fragrances (Early Preview)

The foundation for a new trending system is now live on the home page to help surface fragrances that people are actively viewing and engaging with.

• Tracks what people are exploring most
• Takes voting activity into account
• Highlights fast-rising fragrances

Dedicated Trending and Rising Fragrance sections are coming soon.

A Completely Revamped Fragrance Page

The fragrance page has been rebuilt with a cleaner, more modern layout that highlights the details that matter most.

• Improved readability throughout the page
• More balanced presentation of notes, accords, and ratings
• Refreshed “Available Clones & Inspirations section with cleaner card layouts
• Streamlined rating panels for longevity, projection, season, and time of day
• More intuitive visual hierarchy from top to bottom

New: Occasion Voting

You can now vote on the best occasions for each fragrance—helping others understand when a scent shines.

• Date
• Work
• Party
• Formal events
• Casual everyday wear
• Gym, clubbing, and more

Occasion impressions now sit alongside longevity, projection, season, and best time to give every fragrance a more complete personality profile.

Expanded House Information

Many fragrance houses now include richer “About the Brand” sections with expanded information on each brand’s background, style, and identity.

• Longer, more detailed brand histories
• Clearer layout with improved readability
• Better integration with each fragrance page

These enhancements give users meaningful context and a deeper understanding of the creators behind their favorite scents.