Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT) — Question 216
Which of these is considered an ethical dark pattern on privacy?
Answer options
- A. Using attractive designs to influence an individual
- B. Rewarding users for providing more personal information
- C. Giving users more privacy options in relation to their personal information.
- D. Providing clear and simple privacy notices to users.
Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer, D, highlights the importance of transparency in privacy practices, which is ethical. In contrast, options A and B involve manipulation or incentivization that can compromise privacy, while option C, although positive, is not considered a dark pattern as it provides users with more control rather than obscuring their choices.