Changelog

Track the latest updates, features, and improvements to StoryForge

Latest
Version 1.9.0
Minor Release
September 20, 2025

Smarter Subscription Management

Improvement

Your subscription now automatically stays in sync, so you never have to worry about missing features or mysterious billing hiccups!

Dashboard Gets a Brain Upgrade

Improvement

Your membership dashboard is now smarter about showing exactly what you need to see - no more, no less. It's like having a personal assistant, but without the coffee runs.

Spring Cleaning Mode: Activated

Improvement

We added some behind-the-scenes magic to keep everything running smoothly. Think of it as our robotic janitor working the night shift!

Version 1.8.5
Patch Release
August 25, 2025

Chat With Us (We Don't Bite!)

Feature

Added a friendly chat widget so you can get help instantly. Our support team is standing by with virtual cookies and real solutions!

Cookie Consent (The Good Kind)

Feature

We added a polite cookie banner because, unlike your browser cookies, we believe in asking permission first. Privacy matters!

Version 1.8.0
Minor Release
July 20, 2025

The StoryForge Blog is Born!

Feature

We launched our very own blog! Get ready for user story tips, product updates, and the occasional dad joke. Warning: may contain traces of useful information.

Better Analytics (We Promise We're Not Creepy)

Improvement

Upgraded our analytics to better understand how you use StoryForge, so we can make it even more awesome. All data stays anonymous - we care about your stories, not your secrets!

Blog Layout Gets a Makeover

Improvement

Made our blog prettier and easier to read. Because life's too short for ugly typography and broken links!

Version 1.7.5
Patch Release
July 13, 2025

New Pricing That Actually Makes Sense!

Feature

Say hello to our story-based pricing! Free users get 5 stories to play with, Starter plan gives you 50 stories for $4/month, and Pro users get a whopping 200 stories for $8/month. Math has never been this friendly!

Refinement Rules Simplified

Improvement

Good news! Every story now gets 3 refinements, no matter which plan you're on. Because perfecting your user stories shouldn't require a PhD in billing.

Payment Success Page Gets Smarter

Improvement

Your payment confirmation now auto-dismisses after 10 seconds, because we know you've got stories to write! Plus, better feedback so you always know what's happening.

Behind-the-Scenes Polish

Improvement

Fixed some technical hiccups that were causing occasional loading delays. Your experience should now be smoother than a freshly waxed surfboard!

Version 1.7.0
Minor Release
July 12, 2025

Build Your Perfect Story Template

Feature

Now you can pick and choose which sections go into your stories! Want acceptance criteria but skip technical notes? You got it. It's like a user story buffet, but healthier.

AI That Reads Your Mind (Almost)

Feature

Our AI now tailors its responses based on your plan and preferences. It's getting scary good at knowing exactly what kind of story you want to create.

Pricing Page That Actually Helps

Feature

Our new pricing comparison makes it crystal clear what you get with each plan. No hidden surprises, no fine print written by lawyers who forgot how to speak human.

Project Setup Gets Less Annoying

Improvement

You can now save your project settings without closing the wizard. Because sometimes you just want to save your progress and grab a coffee!

Version 1.6.5
Patch Release
July 10, 2025

Navigation Enhancement

Improvement

Integrated ConditionalHeader and LegalFooter for consistent layout across all pages

Subscription Upgrade Flow

Improvement

Streamlined upgrade process with Google sign-in integration for pre-login users

Plan Status Indicators

Design

Enhanced visual representation of subscription plans with color-coded icons

Version 1.6.0
Minor Release
July 9, 2025

Subscription Management That Doesn't Suck

Feature

Full billing control at your fingertips! Upgrade, downgrade, or manage your subscription without having to email support. We even handle prorated billing like the accounting wizards we are.

Dashboard That Shows You Everything

Feature

Your membership dashboard now tracks your usage, compares plans, and manages subscriptions all in one place. It's like mission control, but for user stories.

Legal Stuff Made Less Boring

Improvement

Updated our privacy policy and terms of service, then made them actually readable by humans. Revolutionary, we know.

Fresh New Look

Improvement

Updated our logo and branding across the app. Same great functionality, now with 37% more visual appeal (results may vary).

Version 1.5.5
Patch Release
July 8, 2025

Customer Portal Error Handling

Improvement

Enhanced error management in billing portal with structured API responses

Authentication Flow Optimization

Improvement

Simplified login redirect logic with improved user experience and cleaner navigation

SEO and Security Headers

Security

Implemented custom security headers, caching policies, and SEO optimization with JSON-LD structured data

Version 1.5.0
Minor Release
July 7, 2025

Terms Acceptance System

Feature

Comprehensive terms and privacy policy acceptance flow with Firestore integration

Firebase App Check Integration

Security

Enhanced security with App Check enforcement and replay protection for payment functions

Mobile Navigation Enhancement

Improvement

Improved mobile menu experience with consistent navigation across all components

Firebase Auth Domain Update

Improvement

Migrated to custom domain (storyforge.app) for improved branding and authentication flow

Version 1.4.5
Patch Release
July 6, 2025

Landing Page Transformation

Design

Complete redesign of login page into comprehensive landing page with hero section and feature highlights

Usage Tracking Integration

Feature

Real-time usage tracking in story generation with limit alerts and enhanced user feedback

Settings and Membership Redesign

Improvement

Sidebar navigation for settings, streamlined membership dashboard, and responsive design improvements

Brand Consistency Update

Improvement

Updated branding from "StoryForging" to "StoryForge" across all application components

Version 1.4.0
Minor Release
July 5, 2025

Comprehensive Design System

Design

Implemented centralized design tokens, standardized components, and template system for consistent UX

Enhanced Project Management

Feature

Improved project setup, story history with filtering/pagination, and dynamic project selection

Production Environment Configuration

Security

Streamlined Firebase App Hosting setup with enhanced security and environment management

Stripe Integration Optimization

Improvement

Enhanced payment processing with proper environment variable management and webhook handling

Version 1.3.5
Patch Release
June 28, 2025

Google Authentication Integration

Feature

Seamless Google sign-in support with enhanced authentication flow and user experience

Firebase Configuration Enhancement

Security

Improved security with environment variable-based configuration and hardcoded fallbacks for deployment

UI Enhancement with Font Awesome

Improvement

Enhanced visual design with comprehensive icon library integration and improved styling

Version 1.3.0
Minor Release
June 23, 2025

Advanced Analytics Integration

Feature

Enhanced Firebase Analytics with detailed user session tracking and comprehensive event monitoring

Analytics Initialization Optimization

Improvement

Improved analytics setup with detailed logging and robust error handling for better reliability

Version 1.2.5
Patch Release
June 18, 2025

IndexedDB Storage Migration

Feature

Migrated from localStorage to IndexedDB for enhanced performance and larger storage capacity

Enhanced Welcome Experience

Feature

Interactive welcome component with dialog interface and improved user onboarding

Storage Usage Display

Improvement

Added storage usage monitoring in settings with comprehensive usage analytics

Version 1.2.0
Minor Release
June 17, 2025

Upload All The Images! 📸

Feature

You can now upload multiple images AND paste them directly from your clipboard. Because sometimes one picture is worth a thousand words, but five pictures are worth a really detailed user story.

Story Creation Made Prettier

Improvement

Polished up the story input form with clearer instructions and a more intuitive layout. It's now 73% more delightful to use (we measured).

Stories That Actually Scroll

Improvement

Fixed that annoying scrolling issue where your stories felt trapped in a tiny box. Freedom for all user stories!

The Nuclear Option (Cache Reset)

Feature

Added a "reset everything" button in settings for when things get weird. It's like turning it off and on again, but fancier.

For feature requests or bug reports, please contact us through our support channels.