Interface Interference
A dark pattern where the user interface is manipulated in a way that prioritizes certain actions over others to benefit the company.
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“transparency in design”
Dark Patterns
UI/UX design tactics that intentionally manipulate users into taking actions they might not otherwise take.
Confirming Subscription
A dark pattern where users are tricked into confirming a subscription through misleading language or design.
Hidden Subscription
A dark pattern where users are unknowingly signed up for a recurring subscription.
Forced Action
A dark pattern where the user is required to do something in order to access certain functionality or information.
Obstruction
A dark pattern where a process is made more difficult than it needs to be to discourage certain behavior.
Privacy Zuckering
A dark pattern where the user is tricked into publicly sharing more information about themselves than they intended.
Trick Questions
A dark pattern where questions are worded in a way that tricks the user into giving an answer they didn't intend.
Trick Cancellation
A dark pattern where the cancellation process is intentionally complicated to discourage users from canceling.