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Dark Patterns
Privacy
Manipulative UI patterns that distort user choice.
Definition
Dark patterns are interaction designs that exploit cognitive biases to steer decisions, reduce informed consent, and increase data disclosure or retention.
In plain English
Manipulative UI patterns that distort user choice.
Why this matters
Why it matters: They compromise valid consent and can violate data protection principles and regulations.
Example
Example: Obstructing opt-out flows via extra clicks, confusing toggles, or deceptive defaults.