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Discussion on: Have you ever created something that can be considered a "dark pattern"?

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Tobias SN

I mean, it tells you that after the trial your credit card will start getting charged.

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Brian Barbour

True. But, it's still annoying if you're like me and have a horrible memory.

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Tobias SN

I guess that makes sense. Maybe the solution could be to remind the user 7, 3 and 1 days before the trial ends.

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ohmyzense

I've taken to setting up a reminder for myself a few calendar days before any trial ends and include a link to the trial unsubscribe in the event notes.

Usually, I usually decide it's not worth it (especially after projecting yearly cost)

Some sites are friendly enough to send an email reminder, but I never count on it.