Design Process

1. User Research

  • Interviewed users to understand trust factors in online transactions.

  • Identified key elements that influence user confidence.

2. Trust Indicators

  • Designed badges and visual cues to indicate verified profiles.

  • Implemented secure messaging features with encryption indicators.

3. Visual Design

  • Used color psychology to convey safety and reliability.

  • Maintained a clean layout to avoid overwhelming users.

4. Feedback and Iteration

  • Gathered user feedback on trust perceptions.

  • Refined designs to address concerns and enhance clarity.

Results and Impact

  • Profile verification completion rate rose from 34% to 78% after redesigning trust indicators.

  • Transaction completion rate improved by 22% due to greater confidence in secure messaging and verified users.

  • User-reported trust scores (measured through post-transaction surveys) improved by 41%.

  • Session duration increased by 33%, indicating deeper user engagement with profiles and listings.