What's the best way to allow users to share JSON data?

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I’m currently working on a feature that allows a user to generate their own playlists from a compendium of mini-games. Ideally I’d like users to be able to share these created playlists but can’t work out the best way to begin.

I’m planning to incorporate Facebook for logging-in, but don’t think it’s possible to use this as a means of sharing - if I’m wrong I’d love somebody to tell me.

Essentially I have a JSON file that when decoded is a LUA table of the selected mini-games data and playList criteria.

I’m just struggling to get my head around the best way to let users share these with their friends?

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#2

I think for that one, the easiest way would be to set up a hidden directory on your website.

From there, you can FTP upload or HTTP post your Lua table into a unique text file, then send the link via Twitter, Facebook, SMS/iMessage, or email so it can be downloaded and imported to their app.

I did that with my game Rico: Mercenary for Hire, so people could upload their levels to my server. Works pretty well.

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I think for that one, the easiest way would be to set up a hidden directory on your website.

From there, you can FTP upload or HTTP post your Lua table into a unique text file, then send the link via Twitter, Facebook, SMS/iMessage, or email so it can be downloaded and imported to their app.

I did that with my game Rico: Mercenary for Hire, so people could upload their levels to my server. Works pretty well.

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