Introducing YoYumm v5.0: A Game-Changing Update for Building Your Own Food Delivery Platform

YoYumm, the ultimate software solution for creating your own food delivery platform, has just released its highly anticipated v5.0 update, packed with 25 new features and 6 powerful enhancements. This release takes user experience, platform management, and operational efficiency to the next level. Whether you’re a customer, merchant, delivery partner, or admin, YoYumm v5.0 provides all the tools you need to build a seamless, secure, and highly customizable food delivery service.

New Features in YoYumm v5.0

1. Log in/ Sign Up with Phone Number

Customers can now register and log in using their phone numbers, offering a quicker, more secure authentication process. No need for email or social media logins!

2. Email Verification with OTP

A one-time password (OTP) will be sent to users during registration or login, adding an extra layer of security and ensuring that accounts are authentic.

3. Configuration of a Secondary Group with a Menu Item

Customers can now modify their menu selections after adding them to the cart, or add multiple combinations of the same item, allowing for more customization.

4. Menu Item Edit Enhancements – Add/Edit New and Selected Items

Customers can now modify their menu selections after adding them to the cart, allowing for more customization.

5. Ratings for Delivery Partners

Customers can rate their delivery partners after receiving their order, building trust and providing valuable feedback to improve service.

6. Cooking Instructions at Item Level

Buyers can now add specific cooking instructions for each menu item, such as extra sauce, no onions, or a well-done steak.

7. Notes for Delivery Partner

Customers can add specific delivery instructions, such as special requests or preferences, to ensure a smooth delivery experience.

8. Tags Configuration Per Menu Item and Filtering Restaurants

Merchants can assign tags to menu items (e.g., spicy, gluten-free), and customers can filter by these tags, making it easier to find exactly what they need. Restaurants can also be filtered by these tags.

9. Selection of Toppings/Add-ons Multiple Times with an Item

Admins can configure whether toppings or add-ons can be added once or multiple times, giving customers more flexibility.

10. Introduction of a New Theme for Admin Panel

Version 5.0 introduces a brand-new, intuitive theme for the Admin Panel, making it easier to navigate and manage operations.

11. Front-End Theme Colors Management from the Admin End

Admins can now customize the front-end theme colors, making it easier to reflect the business’s branding or adapt to special campaigns.

12. Admin Startup Module

A new “Get Started” module simplifies initial platform setup, covering everything from timezone and currency settings to payment configurations and CMS setup.

13. Admin Wallet Management

Admins can manage their wallet balance and view detailed transaction histories, including order commissions, delivery charges, and subscriptions.

14. Auto Translation of Labels with Microsoft Translator API

YoYumm integrates with Microsoft’s Translator Text API, automatically translating platform language labels for easier management of multilingual platforms.

15. Order Status History Management for Admin

Admins can now track and view the history of order status updates, providing a transparent record and helping resolve issues.

16. Restaurant and User-Specific Coupons

Admins can create restaurant-specific coupons and user-specific compensation coupons, providing more flexibility in promotional efforts.

17. Delivery Charges and Commission Calculator Based on Rate and Distance

The new calculator helps determine delivery fees and commissions based on factors like distance and delivery rates.

18. Tax Application on Topping Items Tax

Merchants can now apply tax to topping items in addition to menu item prices, ensuring accurate tax calculations.

19. Tax-Inclusive Pricing

Admins can configure whether menu and topping item prices include or exclude tax based on regional requirements.

20. Bulk Price Update for Menu/Topping Items

Merchants can easily update the prices of multiple menu items or toppings in bulk, ensuring consistency and saving time.

21. Filtering and Export of Wallet Transactions for All Users

Users can filter their wallet transactions and export them for record-keeping, reporting, or analysis.

22. Service Fees and Packaging Fees Charged by the Merchant

Merchants can set separate service and packaging fees for each restaurant, allowing for more transparent pricing.

23. Delivery Partners Registration

Delivery partners can now register directly on the platform, streamlining the onboarding process and making it easier for delivery staff to join.

24. Payment Gateways

YoYumm v5.0 integrates with several popular payment gateways, including Stripe, Payfast, M-Pesa, and more, ensuring smooth transactions.

25. Twilio Integration for SMS Notifications

With Twilio integration, YoYumm can now send SMS notifications to users, ensuring they’re kept informed about order updates.

Enhancements to Improve the User Experience

1. Improved UI/UX for Homepage and Restaurant Detail Pages

The new, modern design improves navigation and enhances the browsing experience on the homepage and restaurant detail pages.

2. Separate Preparation Time for Delivery/Pick-Up and Dine-In Orders

Merchants can now set different preparation times for delivery, pick-up, and dine-in orders to ensure better service and time management.

3. Configurable Active Order Limit for Delivery Partners

Admins can now configure how many active orders a delivery partner can handle, optimizing delivery operations and workload distribution.

4. Merchant-Defined Maximum COD Order Value

Merchants can set a maximum value for Cash on Delivery (COD) orders, helping to mitigate the risks associated with large, unpaid orders.

5. Simplified Restaurant Timing Configuration

Merchants can now define a single set of operating hours and apply it to all days of the week, saving time and simplifying the setup process.

6. Dedicated Registration Pages for Buyers, Delivery Partners, and Merchants

YoYumm now features dedicated, separate registration pages for each user type (buyers, delivery partners, and merchants), making onboarding quicker and more user-friendly.

Final Thoughts

YoYumm v5.0 introduces a wealth of new features and improvements that will help you build a dynamic, customizable, and user-friendly food delivery platform. With enhanced security, better customization options, streamlined operations, and a fresh design, YoYumm v5.0 is the ultimate solution for anyone looking to create their own food delivery service.