Solving Mumsnet's Messaging Frustration

Solving Mumsnet's Messaging Frustration

Solving Mumsnet's Messaging Frustration

The Problem Statement

Mumsnet's private messaging system suffers from a cumbersome, email-like interface, negatively impacting user satisfaction and hindering effective private communication. This results in frustration, negative feedback, and a diminished user experience.

Impact: This issue affects multiple stakeholders:

  • Users: Struggle to easily and efficiently communicate privately, leading to frustration and potential disengagement.

  • Community Moderators: May face increased support requests related to messaging issues.

  • Mumsnet Brand/Reputation: Experiences negative feedback, potentially impacting overall user perception.

This leads to:

  • Reduced user engagement in private conversations.

  • Increased negative feedback and potential loss of user trust.

  • Diminished sense of community and connection.

  • Potential reduction in overall time spent on the platform.

Overview

We aim to transform Mumsnet's private messaging from a frustrating email-like experience to an intuitive, user-friendly communication tool.

Outcomes

  • Increased user satisfaction, engagement.

  • Simplified, intuitive private communication.

  • Reduced frustration, improved connection.

Deliver

Hi-Fi Wireframes

High-fidelity wireframes were created to illustrate all interactions, error messages, states, and actions detailed in the user flow.