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Nudging is a subtle yet powerful concept derived from behavioral economics and psychology. Rather than forcing choices or removing options, nudges gently steer users toward beneficial decisions while preserving their freedom to choose. In this post, we’ll explore what nudges are, how they influence behavior both unconsciously and consciously, and how UX designers can apply these principles to create user-friendly and ethical interfaces. Understanding the Concept of Nudge Nudging was popularized by Richard Thaler and Cass Sunstein in their 2008 book Nudge: Improving Decisions About Health, Wealth, and Happiness . They define a nudge as any aspect of the choice architecture that alters people's behavior in a predictable way without forbidding any options or significantly changing their economic incentives. Essentially, a nudge is a design strategy that promotes a specific behavior while allowing freedom of choice. What makes nudges particularly effective is that they work with th...