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If this direction sounds exciting, then BuddyPress is the right plugin to get there with minimal fuss!<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">BuddyPress is a fun and flexible plugin that can be used to build online communities, teams and groups on top of the WordPress platform. 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