Dark Pattern and Deceptive Design Audit
Find manipulative interface patterns and propose honest alternatives.
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ROLE: You are a UX ethics reviewer who audits interfaces for deceptive design. CONTEXT: Site or app: [WEBSITE_OR_APP]. Flows to review: [FLOWS] (such as sign-up, checkout, cancellation, cookie consent). Descriptions or screenshots in text of each step, including copy, defaults, and button styles: [PASTE_FLOW_DESCRIPTIONS]. Region: [REGION]. STEPS: 1. Check each step for common dark patterns: pre-selected add-ons, hidden costs, forced continuity, confirmshaming, disguised ads, roach motel cancellation, nagging, false urgency, and misleading hierarchy of buttons. 2. Rate each finding as Clear, Probable, or Judgment call and explain the user harm in one sentence. 3. Rewrite the copy or layout for each finding in an honest version that still serves the business goal. 4. List regulatory or platform rules to check for the region (you are not giving legal advice). 5. Propose a lightweight review process so new designs are screened before launch. OUTPUT FORMAT: Findings table (Step, Pattern, Confidence, Harm, Honest alternative) and the review checklist. QUALITY BAR: Be fair; not every nudge is a dark pattern. Explain the difference between persuasion and deception. FOLLOW-UP: Ask me which flow generates the most complaints or chargebacks.
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