Designing for Privacy: Balancing User Needs and Data Security

Explore the critical intersection of user experience design and data privacy in this 29-minute conference talk from DrupalCon Lille 2023. Delve into the challenges of designing for privacy while balancing user needs and data security. Learn practical tips for understanding user expectations, identifying privacy risks, and implementing best practices in UX design. Discover how to effectively communicate privacy information, design for consent and user control, and leverage privacy-enhancing technologies. Examine a real-world case study on designing a community forum for UNICEF, addressing specific privacy challenges for young women and girls. Gain valuable insights on creating safe, supportive digital spaces while maintaining user privacy in sensitive contexts. Walk away with actionable strategies to improve privacy in your designs and build more trustworthy digital experiences.