Defaults drive behavior more than persuasion ever could.

When Apple wanted millions to try paperless billing, they didn’t write a manifesto or launch a new ad campaign.

They set the default to “yes.”

Research shows it everywhere:

Opt-out beats opt-in. More people save for retirement, stay in energy-saver modes, and keep warranties when the box is ALREADY checked.

It’s smart planning, not manipulation.

The right default helps people skip analysis-paralysis and follow the path you believe is best.

Of course, some defaults are off-limits. For example, regulations in many regions forbid pre-checking a box to join a mailing list — you need explicit consent there.

The reason, of course, is that people go with the default.

Leverage this wherever you can.

For product makers, that means stop sweating the copywriting contest.

Cut the user testing and plan for the best, most efficient experience.

If you want most users on Eco Mode, or signed up for trials, make THAT the default.

Just make sure changing it is simple and transparent.

One small toggle or checkbox can have more impact than months of A/B tests.

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