Flyrate: Currency converter with travel integrations by Kingsley Agwu

Flyrate: Currency converter with travel integrations

Kingsley Agwu

UX Designer

Product Designer

UI Designer

Adobe Photoshop

Figma

FlyRate: A currency exchange app designed to provide real-time exchange rates, transparent fees, and travel tools for seamless financial management on the go.

My Roles: UX Designer & Product Strategist—responsible for user research, wireframing, information architecture, and prototyping.

Accomplishments: Delivered a user-friendly app structure, integrated travel tools, and responsive support features, enhancing accessibility for global travelers.

FlyRate’s Impact on Users’ Lives:

1. Simplified Travel Finances: Users could effortlessly access real-time exchange rates and transparent fees, eliminating the stress of finding reliable exchange options while traveling.

2. Time and Cost Savings: By comparing rates and fees in-app, travelers avoided overpriced exchanges and saved both time and money.

3. Empowered Financial Decisions: Features like rate alerts and budget trackers helped users make informed decisions, enabling better control over their travel finances.

4. Convenience in Remote Areas: FlyRate’s integration with travel tools ensured users could manage their currency needs even in less-connected regions.

5. Enhanced Confidence and Security: The app’s intuitive design and secure encryption built trust, reducing anxiety around currency exchange and transactions abroad.

6. Seamless Support: Quick access to customer service ensured users had peace of mind, knowing help was readily available in case of issues.

FlyRate ultimately made travel more enjoyable and stress-free by removing barriers to managing finances on-the-go.