The Role of Good UX in Protecting Older Users From Digital Scams
By
[email protected] (Carrie Webster)
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Summary
The article explores whether good user experience (UX) design can act as a defense against digital scams, especially for older, less tech-savvy users. It shares a personal anecdote about an elderly woman nearly falling for a phishing email and highlights the role of UX in preventing such incidents by making interfaces clearer and more intuitive.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledAs online scams become more sophisticated, Carrie Webster explores whether good UX can serve as a frontline defense, particularly for non-tech-savvy older users navigating today’s digital world.
She received an email from what appeared to be her bank. It looked convincing, with a professional logo, clean formatting, and no obvious typos.
That hesitation saved her from clicking the link and potentially falling victim to the scam.
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