The Checkout Screen That Deserves A Second Look
Online shopping can turn a purchase into a race. A timer counts down, an extra service is already selected, and the largest button encourages you to finish quickly. These design choices can make spending feel automatic. Some websites and apps use “dark patterns,” also called dark commercial patterns. These interface designs steer people toward choices they might not otherwise make, such as spending more, sharing extra information, or keeping an unwanted subscription.