Bait and Switch is a deceptive dark pattern in UX where users are enticed by an appealing offer, feature, or price—the bait—but are ultimately presented with a less favorable or entirely different outcome—the switch. This tactic misleads users into taking…
Confirmshaming is a dark pattern in user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design where users are manipulated into taking a desired action—typically by using guilt-inducing or emotionally charged language in opt-out options. This tactic shames users into compliance by…
End-User Experience (EUX) refers to the overall perception, satisfaction, and emotional response a person has when interacting with a product, service, or system. It encompasses every touchpoint—from initial interaction to long-term use—and measures usability, accessibility, performance, aesthetics, and emotional engagement.…
A Usability Audit, also known as a UX Audit, is a structured evaluation of a digital product’s interface—such as a website or app—to identify usability issues and suggest improvements. The goal is to ensure the product is easy to use,…
A UX Audit is a comprehensive, systematic evaluation of a digital product’s user experience (UX) and interface (UI) to identify usability issues, design flaws, accessibility concerns, and areas for improvement. It serves as a “user experience health check” that provides…