UnlockUS

UnlockUS (originally Vínculos) is a social mobile application built with React Native (CLI) for iOS and Android, powered by a Laravel backend. The platform is designed to connect people and strengthen bonds through meaningful interactions, with a native experience in both ecosystems.

The app combines a modern React Native frontend with a robust Laravel backend API, offering secure authentication, real-time messaging and a fluid social experience.

Key Features

• Authentication and profiles — sign up with email or social networks, customizable profiles with photos and bio
• Social feed — timeline with posts, photos, reactions and comments in real time
• Real-time messaging — built-in chat with WebSockets for instant communication
• Push notifications — real-time alerts for messages, likes, followers and activity
• Followers system — follow, unfollow and discover new users
• Media gallery — photo and video upload and viewing with optimization
• Dark mode — full light/dark theme support following system preferences

Tech Stack

• Mobile Frontend: React Native (CLI), TypeScript
• Backend: Laravel, PHP, MySQL
• Real-time: WebSockets (Laravel Echo + Pusher)
• Notifications: Firebase Cloud Messaging / APNs
• Authentication: Laravel Sanctum / Socialite
• Media: Laravel Filesystem + CDN
• Platforms: iOS (App Store) + Android (Google Play)