HistoryExtra

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

HistoryExtra provides a comprehensive history content platform with articles, podcasts, quizzes, and History Academy courses as the official website for BBC History Magazine.

Target Customer

History enthusiasts, learners, students, educators, and subscribers who want access to historical articles, multimedia content, and structured online courses.

Key Differentiator

Official BBC History Magazine companion site offering integrated access to articles, podcasts, videos, quizzes, and Academy courses, along with premium audio content and member discounts, all under the HistoryExtra brand.

Implementation Timeline

Immediate access to free articles and podcasts; Academy courses and premium content require membership/enrollment, with varying durations per course.

Pain Points

1Need for reliable, high-quality historical content across multiple periods and topics.
2Desire for multimedia learning (articles, podcasts, videos, quizzes) in one platform.
3Access to structured learning pathways (Academy courses) and premium content beyond free articles.

Key Features

1Thousands of historical articles across periods (Ancient Egypt, Romans, Vikings, etc.).
2Podcasts and video content including premium audio for members.
3History Academy with courses (e.g., Late-medieval England, D-Day course, Viking course).
4Quizzes and interactive history content.
5Membership options with discounts and access to premium content.
6Heritage visits content and other historic-topic features.

Target Customer Industries

Client Results

1Users gain in-depth historical knowledge through diversified content formats (articles, podcasts, courses).
2Enhanced learning and engagement via premium audio content and Academy courses.
3Ongoing access to curated history content and member perks through HistoryExtra membership.

Competitive Advantages

1Official site for BBC History Magazine, providing credibility and curated history content.
2Integrated ecosystem: articles, podcasts, videos, quizzes, and structured courses in one place.
3History Academy offers educational courses and continuing learning opportunities.
4Premium Membership with access to exclusive audio content and member discounts.

Key Benefits

1Access to thousands of historical articles across periods.

2Multimedia content including podcasts and premium audio.

3Structured learning through History Academy courses.

4Interactive quizzes and heritage-focused features.

5Membership discounts and app/downloadable content.

Additional Product Information

Product Description

Official website for BBC History Magazine offering historical articles, podcasts, videos, quizzes, and History Academy courses; includes membership and premium audio content.

Target Market

History enthusiasts, lifelong learners, students, educators, and magazine subscribers seeking historical knowledge and learning resources.

Unique Value Proposition

A BBC History Magazine-backed, multi-format history platform that combines high-quality articles, podcasts, interactive content, and learning courses in one accessible site with membership benefits.

Technical Requirements

Web browser access; mobile app available; some content requires HistoryExtra membership/login for premium features.

Pricing Model

Pricing details are not provided in the content.

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