Why some websites want to confuse you

Hint: it benefits them more than you

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Intentionally confusing websites have got to go

Ever get stuck on a checkout site with so many buttons and checkboxes, it's hard to know how to get out of there with just your one item?

Websites use deceptive designs like that to upsell you, sign you up for services, or opt you into messaging you have no need for or interest in. Check out our explainer about various deceptive patterns on the web so you can avoid the next one.

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