AntiTrapLens
Advanced OSINT + UX watchdog that scans websites for manipulative design patterns using AI-powered detection.
Category
OSINT Tool
Type
Privacy Analysis
Status
Active
Focus
Dark Patterns
Project Overview
AntiTrapLens is an advanced OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) tool that serves as a digital detective, uncovering hidden manipulation tactics on websites. Using cutting-edge AI and web scraping technology, it detects “dark patterns” - those sneaky design tricks that trick users into unwanted actions.
The tool analyzes websites for 18+ different types of dark patterns, from misleading buttons and hidden costs to aggressive ads and privacy violations. It provides comprehensive reports with educational insights about how these patterns affect user experience and privacy.
This project demonstrates expertise in ethical hacking, privacy advocacy, web scraping, natural language processing, and building tools that empower users to make informed decisions about their digital interactions.
Key Features
AI-powered detection of 18+ dark patterns with detailed user impact analysis
Advanced web crawling with anti-bot protection and realistic browser fingerprints
Comprehensive cookie analysis with privacy implications and third-party tracking detection
Smart image classification for website categorization (e-commerce, social media, adult, etc.)
Intelligent scoring system grading websites A-F based on darkness level
Modern HTML reports with separated dark patterns and tracking analysis sections
Educational content explaining what each pattern means and how it affects users
Modular architecture with clean separation of concerns and extensible plugin system
Fast and reliable performance with robust error handling and retry logic
Multiple output formats: HTML, JSON, Markdown, and console reports