dark-pattern-scanner

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Detect deceptive UX patterns.

AuthorLeonMelamud
Version1.0.0
Installs0

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill identifies and flags deceptive design patterns (dark patterns) in websites, UI code, and marketing copy, helping to ensure ethical user experiences.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Comprehensive Detection: Scans for all 7 categories of dark patterns, including Forced Action, Misdirection, Obstruction, Scarcity, Sneaking, Social Proof, and Urgency.
  • Multi-Format Analysis: Can analyze live website URLs, source code, plain text, or even screenshots.
  • Use Case: A product manager suspects their checkout flow might be pushing users into unwanted subscriptions. They use this Skill to audit the checkout pages for "sneaking" or "hidden subscription" patterns.

Quick Start

Scan the provided URL for any dark patterns.

Dependency Matrix

Required Modules

None required

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Name: dark-pattern-scanner
Download link: https://github.com/LeonMelamud/inspector-agents/archive/main.zip#dark-pattern-scanner

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