06/16/2026
Most people think scams happen when someone steals your money.
But what if you're losing money because an app was designed to make you spend more?
That's exactly what dark patterns do.
đ¨ Fake urgency
đ¨ Hidden charges
đ¨ Pre-ticked add-ons
đ¨ Subscription traps
Individually, they seem harmless.
But together, they're estimated to cost Indian consumers up to âš28,000 crore every year.
The next time you see:
â ď¸ "Only 2 left"
â ď¸ "Offer ends in 5 minutes"
â ď¸ "Add protection plan"
Pause.
Take 10 seconds.
Check the final bill.
Because the most expensive thing online isn't always the product.
It's the decision somebody spent millions designing you to make.
Share this with someone who shops online every week.
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