Plan A/B Test for the Onboarding Flow
Design an A/B test to optimize the onboarding flow and increase profile completion rate for a dating app
The scenario
Use the scenario to understand the project context and what you’ll be working on.
As a product manager, you have been tasked with improving the onboarding experience for a dating app. The app has observed a low profile completion rate during the onboarding process, which may hinder its ability to provide accurate matches and personalized experiences. To address this issue, you will design an A/B test to evaluate the effectiveness of a simplified onboarding flow with interactive elements.
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Your task
Here’s what you need to do for your project:
- Select any dating app of your choice and analyze the current onboarding flow to identify potential areas for improvement.
- Set clear, measurable goals for the A/B test.
- Select relevant metrics to track the success of the test).
- Identify what the current onboarding flow looks like (A) and create a new, improved version (B) with specific changes that might help more users complete their profiles.
- Develop a hypothesis stating the expected outcome of the test.
- Outline the test plan and define success criteria.
Instructions
Read the instructions to ensure your project receives maximum visibility.
- You can edit your project at any time.
- Remember to share your submission with your community. The more reviews and views it receives, the quicker it will be seen by Uxcel Mentors.
- After submitting your project, consider reviewing others' projects. This can enhance your project's discoverability.
- Ensure you only submit your own work.
Evaluation criteria
Your project will be evaluated using the following criteria:
Clarity— Are the test goals and metrics clearly defined and relevant to the problem at hand?
Effectiveness— Do the proposed changes address the identified problem effectively?
Measurability— Is the hypothesis well-formulated and measurable?
Alignment— Does the test design align with industry best practices and user behavior insights?
Completeness— Is the test plan comprehensive, covering all necessary aspects (e.g., sample size, duration, implementation)?
Actionability— Are the success criteria and next steps clearly defined and actionable based on the test results?
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Briefs cover a variety of topics aligned with Uxcel’s six core skill categories: UX Research, Visual Design, Interaction Design, Content Strategy, Product Thinking, and Leadership. They include a clear scenario, task, recommended tools, and curated resources to guide your approach. By completing a Brief, you can sharpen your problem-solving skills, grow your portfolio, and receive expert feedback from mentors.
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