Objective
Create a dating app from scratch that integrates a Stories feature. The app leverages location-based proximity to display user-generated stories, fostering meaningful connections while prioritizing privacy and security.
Design Process
Research & Insights:
Conducted surveys and interviews to understand target users’ needs, preferences, and concerns about privacy in dating apps.
Identified a gap: users wanted to share more casual, day-to-day moments to spark authentic conversations.
Conceptualization:
Mapped the full user flow, from onboarding to profile creation, matching, and messaging.
Added a Stories feature as a central element, integrated seamlessly with user profiles and messaging.
Wireframing & Prototyping:
Designed wireframes for the app, focusing on intuitive navigation and a sleek interface.
Prototyped the entire user journey, including onboarding, profile creation, viewing/matching, and sharing stories.
User Testing:
Tested prototypes with potential users to refine the experience.
Addressed feedback on proximity-based story relevance and privacy concerns.
Implementation Highlights
Onboarding Screens
Onboarding Experience:
Clear, engaging onboarding flow explaining app features and privacy measures.
Easy-to-understand consent screens for location access.
Stories Feature:
Stories appear prominently at the top of the app, showcasing nearby users’ moments.
Location-based relevance ensures content feels personal and connected.
Added interactive features like reactions, comments, and direct messaging.
Privacy Controls:
Customizable options to control who can view stories and hide precise location.
Built a transparent and user-friendly privacy policy.
User Interface & Experience:
Clean, modern design with smooth transitions between features.
Seamless integration of stories with user profiles and messaging.
Results
Enhanced Engagement: Users spent more time exploring nearby stories and connecting with others.
Positive Feedback: Testers appreciated the intuitive design, relevance of stories, and strong privacy measures.
Built Trust: Transparent data handling and privacy options fostered user confidence.
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Posted Jun 21, 2024
This case study dives into the exciting journey of integrating stories into a dating app that uses location-based proximity to display content.