Tag-Based Content Filtering for Popular Discussion Monetization
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional content filtering techniques fail to effectively restrict access to popular content, leading to unwanted content being received by users, and do not provide a mechanism for users to monetize their comments based on popularity.
Innovation Solution
A method and system that allow users to include tags and passwords in comments, where access is restricted when a threshold of comments with the same tag is reached, enabling users to charge for accessing popular content by matching client preferences with tags and providing a payment interface for password access.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional content filtering techniques are used, then some content can be filtered, but users still receive unwanted content and popular content cannot be effectively restricted or monetized
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments content filtering into multiple layers: traditional filtering for basic content moderation, and a new tag-based filtering system for popular content. Each layer handles specific types of content control, with tags attached to individual comments to enable granular control over popular discussions without requiring complex global filtering rules.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces tags as intermediary elements that connect content to filtering rules. Instead of directly analyzing and filtering all content through complex algorithms, the system uses simple tag markers on comments that can be easily matched against filtering criteria, reducing computational complexity while improving filtering reliability.
2Productivity
If access to popular content is restricted with passwords, then monetization is enabled, but user experience may be degraded
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies password protection selectively rather than universally. Only comments with specific tags that meet popularity thresholds require passwords, while other content remains freely accessible. This localized application of restrictions maintains user convenience for general browsing while enabling monetization of popular content.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary filtering and tag analysis to identify which comments should be protected before users attempt to access them. Password requirements are pre-determined based on tag matching and popularity metrics, so users are not unexpectedly blocked but are clearly informed of access requirements in advance.
Data Source
AI summary
Methods, systems, and computer program products are included for retrieving content. A content payload is received via a network. The content payload includes a first tag that is associated with a first content data structure of one or more content data structures and a second tag that is associated with a second content data structure of the one or more content data structures. The first tag and the second tag are parsed from the content payload. Client information is compared with the first tag and the second tag. The client determines that the first tag matches the client information and the second tag does not match the client information. Based on the determining, content corresponding to the first content data structure is displayed, while content corresponding to the second data structure is not displayed.