Pre-Selected Options
A dark pattern where options that benefit the service provider are pre-selected for the user.
76 topics found for
“long-term satisfaction”
Foot-in-the-Door Technique
A persuasion strategy that involves getting a person to agree to a small request to increase the likelihood of agreeing to a larger request later.
Sneak Peek
A dark pattern where users are shown a preview of content that is then gated behind a paywall or sign-up.
Retention Rate
The percentage of users who continue to use a product or service over a specified period, indicating user loyalty and engagement.
Confirming Subscription
A dark pattern where users are tricked into confirming a subscription through misleading language or design.
Burn-In
The process of running a system for an extended period to detect early failures and ensure reliability.
Obfuscated Options
A dark pattern where options to opt out or cancel services are deliberately hidden or made difficult to find.
Nagging
A dark pattern where repetitive notifications or prompts are used to wear down user resistance.
Forced Enrollment
A dark pattern where users are forced to sign up for an account to complete a basic task.