The Design Manipulation Index (IDM) is an open framework developed by the Digital Wellness Standard (DWS) organization.
It provides a structured methodology to identify, measure, and score manipulative or addictive design patterns in digital products — promoting healthier, ethical user experiences.
Version: v0.1.0 — Beta Draft
This repository contains the first public draft of the IDM methodology and related documentation.
Feedback, academic collaboration, and non-commercial peer review are welcome.
The IDM aims to create a transparent and standardized way to assess digital design ethics — similar to a “nutrition label” for digital experiences.
By quantifying manipulation risks, it empowers designers, developers, and policymakers to promote digital well-being.
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├── README.md
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├── whitepaper/
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│ ├── appendix.md
│ └── references.md
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This project, including the IDM methodology and all related materials,
is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International License.
Summary:
You may copy, share, and adapt the material for non-commercial purposes,
as long as you provide attribution and distribute any modified versions under the same license.
Commercial use, certification services, or derivative commercial implementations
of the IDM are exclusively authorized under the Digital Wellness Standard (DWS) organization.
The Digital Wellness Standard reserves the right to release future versions of this work under different licensing terms.
“Design Manipulation Index (IDM)” and “Digital Wellness Standard (DWS)” are trademarks exclusively managed by the Digital Wellness Standard organization.
Any commercial use of these names, logos, or related marks without written authorization is strictly prohibited.
We welcome contributions that improve the clarity, precision, and scientific foundation of the IDM framework.
Please open issues or pull requests for discussion — non-commercial collaboration only.
Created and maintained by the Digital Wellness Standard (DWS) organization.
For inquiries, partnerships, or academic collaboration:
fede@digitalwellnessstandard.org