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Dark Pattern Detector

https://www.floramaydc.com/
5.0(

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Overview

Detect deceptive design patterns like fake urgency, confirmshaming, or pre-checked boxes — directly in the browser.

Dark Pattern Detector is a browser extension for designers, developers, and auditors who care about ethical UX. It scans any webpage for common deceptive patterns — such as hidden opt-ins, urgency bait, confirmshaming language, and native-styled ads. Whether you're reviewing a competitor site, auditing your own product, or advocating for better design practices, this tool gives you a fast way to surface dark patterns in real time. ✦ Detects: – Pre-checked checkboxes – Confirmshaming opt-outs – Fake urgency language – Forced modals with no close option – Blended advertisements (sponsored/native) ✦ Who it's for: – UX Designers – Accessibility auditors – Policy & compliance teams – Trust & safety reviewers Built for teams who want to design responsibly — or hold others accountable.

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Details

  • Version
    0.2
  • Updated
    August 9, 2025
  • Size
    1.5MiB
  • Languages
    English (United States)
  • Developer
    Website
    Email
    floramaydelacruz@gmail.com
  • Non-trader
    This developer has not identified itself as a trader. For consumers in the European Union, please note that consumer rights do not apply to contracts between you and this developer.

Privacy

Dark Pattern Detector has disclosed the following information regarding the collection and usage of your data. More detailed information can be found in the developer's privacy policy.

Dark Pattern Detector handles the following:

Web history
User activity
Website content

This developer declares that your data is

  • Not being sold to third parties, outside of the approved use cases
  • Not being used or transferred for purposes that are unrelated to the item's core functionality
  • Not being used or transferred to determine creditworthiness or for lending purposes

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