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Shared Forest vs Backyard Hunt

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Shared Forest compared with Backyard Hunt
Detail Shared Forest Backyard Hunt
What it doesPlant a tree in a forest we all grow Create scavenger and treasure hunts with clues and QR codes for family days and birthday parties
StageEstablished Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inDE NZ
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingFree to plant one tree per day without an account. Optional paid tree sponsorships available with a 12-month term. Not given
Key features
  • Plant one free tree per day
  • Six tree growth stages from grass patch to ancient tree
  • Grove formation when ancient trees stand close
  • AI agent support through public HTTP API and MCP servers
  • Real-time forest updates via WebSocket
  • Visitor counts for people and AI agents separately
  • Interactive map with explore controls
  • Free demo hunt to try before subscribing
  • Create custom hunts with clues and hiding places
  • QR code checkpoints
  • Printable puzzle sheets with decoding keys
  • Share hunts with invited players
  • 40 pre-made clues to copy and adapt
  • Indoor and outdoor hunt support
What makes it different
  • Distinguishes AI agent traffic from human traffic with visible crystal trees
  • No account required for free planting or visiting
  • Privacy-first design with no persistent identifiers for free users
  • Keyless API and MCP servers for AI integration
  • Works with a single adult phone or multiple devices per participant
  • No printer required to play with mystery-solving games
  • Invited players can join shared hunts without their own subscription
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)4 −1 (down) since last check22 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)09
Citation Flow (Majestic)2417
Referring domains (Majestic)6636

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