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March 16, 2023: Release Notes

New features, bug fixes, and product updates from the Haystack team.

Updated over a year ago

We generally release new features and bug fixes around 3 pm PT, but that time is likely to vary. If you're not yet seeing these updates in your account, treat yourself to a latte and check back in a bit.


What's New?

Introducing Closed Groups—a new group type that features request-to-join membership.

We're so excited to introduce a brand new group type that is a perfect addition to the Open and Secret groups you know and love. Say hello to Closed groups!

  • Closed groups are listed for all members of your workspace on the All Groups page, but the content within them is only visible to group members.

  • Non-members can request to join a closed group at any time.

  • Closed group membership requests can be approved or denied by the group's owners or workspace admins.

To learn all about closed groups, how to configure them, and how to manage membership requests, take a peek at these handy articles:

Closed groups are especially helpful for initiatives, communities, and projects that benefit from a closed, private space—but are open to welcoming new members. Many Haystack companies will be using closed groups for employee resource groups, subject matter & learning communities, and internal social groups.

Mobile Note: Requesting group membership is currently only supported on web browsers. This tool will be added to our mobile apps soon!


What's Fixed?

  • Event registration form text is duplicated using the check box field type

  • Group subpages intermittently, incorrectly reordering

  • Inability to reply to a comment when the comment includes an image

  • Comment replies duplicating after refreshing the page

  • Inability to open the page icon emoji selector when viewing a page within a group

  • Senior leaders not receiving celebration email notifications for direct reports

  • Improved load time for Google embeds site-wide

  • Missing comment text in notification emails when the comment includes an image, emoji, or text.

  • Improved .csv user upload flow

  • Various background bugs and performance improvements


Mobile App Updates

Download our mobile apps for iOS and Android to use Haystack on the go.

What's Fixed?

  • After clicking into an event from the Featured Event carousel, clicking the back button loses your scroll spot in the carousel.

  • Intermittent deep linking issues when signing in with OneLogin.

  • Incorrect check-box colors across the app

  • Location search failing on profile edit


We hope you love these new features as much as we do. If you have questions, please don't hesitate to reach out at support@haystackteam.com.

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