[GUEST ACCESS MODE: Data is scrambled or limited to provide examples. Make requests using your API key to unlock full data. Check https://lunarcrush.ai/auth for authentication information.]  Web3 Dakine ⭕🤓 [@__dakine](/creator/twitter/__dakine) on x 1104 followers Created: 2025-07-23 17:34:34 UTC 🧵 Polkadot UX Bounty Space Recap – July 23, 2025 "Fixing UX isn’t a feature — it’s the foundation." Here’s a breakdown of what went down in today's Polkadot UX space hosted by @alice_und_bob and what it means for Polkadot’s next phase of growth. 👇 1️⃣ The Root Problem: Fragmentation Alex opened the space by pointing to the core UX challenge in Polkadot: Too many chains, too many tools, not enough cohesion. → New users face a steep learning curve across 50+ parachains, multiple wallets, and gas tokens. → In contrast, ecosystems like Solana offer a smoother, one-wallet experience. 2️⃣ Ecosystem UX Issues These are the recurring pain points: → Inconsistent design standards → Confusing bridging flows → No centralized support system → Lack of user analytics across projects Example: Bridging USDC into Polkadot usually means going through Moonbeam + Wormhole. That’s a high drop-off point for new users. 3️⃣ What the UX Bounty Is Doing in Q3 Here’s what’s already rolling out: 🔹 UX Audits: X key projects under review 🔹 Analytics Program: Helping X teams understand user behavior 🔹 UX Consultancy: Designers funded to assist lean teams 🔹 Unified Support: Discord ticket system in testing 🔹 Feedback Bounty: Users rewarded for reporting pain points 🔹 Bridge UX Overhaul: Collaborating with Distractive 🔹 UI Library: Shared components for consistent design 4️⃣ Smart Coordination Before diving into tax tooling, the team checked in with the Web3 Foundation and learned a similar effort was already funded, saving time and treasury funds. 5️⃣ Tackling Criticism Head-On Early feedback flagged that XX% of the budget was spent on operations. The goal now is to bring that down to 30%, with more funds flowing into actual ecosystem support. Also, it hasn’t been easy getting top UX agencies onboard, most charge $1.2k/day — but the team is adapting. 6️⃣ Why all these matter. Polkadot is growing. But scaling with a fragmented experience won’t cut it The UX Bounty is laying the groundwork for 10x adoption — not just for now, but for what’s coming next. 7️⃣ For Builders: Simple Tips ➠ Add analytics. Don’t guess where users drop off. ➠ Improve onboarding. First impressions matter. ➠ Reach out to the bounty team — they’re literally offering free help. 8️⃣ Proposal #1662 Is Live Current approval: XX% If you’re a $DOT holder, now’s the time to vote. Let’s not wait until UX becomes a roadblock — this work sets the foundation for everything else. 9️⃣ Final Thoughts Solana offers smooth UX by design — Polkadot is building something more powerful, but also more complex. The UX Bounty is helping bring clarity, consistency, and usability across the ecosystem. If we want Polkadot to lead, UX has to be part of the strategy. Link to the proposal in comments 👇  XXX engagements  **Related Topics** [bounty](/topic/bounty) [web3](/topic/web3) [Post Link](https://x.com/__dakine/status/1948074271311270016)
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Web3 Dakine ⭕🤓 @__dakine on x 1104 followers
Created: 2025-07-23 17:34:34 UTC
🧵 Polkadot UX Bounty Space Recap – July 23, 2025
"Fixing UX isn’t a feature — it’s the foundation."
Here’s a breakdown of what went down in today's Polkadot UX space hosted by @alice_und_bob and what it means for Polkadot’s next phase of growth. 👇
1️⃣ The Root Problem: Fragmentation
Alex opened the space by pointing to the core UX challenge in Polkadot:
Too many chains, too many tools, not enough cohesion.
→ New users face a steep learning curve across 50+ parachains, multiple wallets, and gas tokens.
→ In contrast, ecosystems like Solana offer a smoother, one-wallet experience.
2️⃣ Ecosystem UX Issues
These are the recurring pain points:
→ Inconsistent design standards → Confusing bridging flows → No centralized support system → Lack of user analytics across projects
Example: Bridging USDC into Polkadot usually means going through Moonbeam + Wormhole. That’s a high drop-off point for new users.
3️⃣ What the UX Bounty Is Doing in Q3
Here’s what’s already rolling out:
🔹 UX Audits: X key projects under review 🔹 Analytics Program: Helping X teams understand user behavior 🔹 UX Consultancy: Designers funded to assist lean teams 🔹 Unified Support: Discord ticket system in testing 🔹 Feedback Bounty: Users rewarded for reporting pain points 🔹 Bridge UX Overhaul: Collaborating with Distractive 🔹 UI Library: Shared components for consistent design
4️⃣ Smart Coordination
Before diving into tax tooling, the team checked in with the Web3 Foundation and learned a similar effort was already funded, saving time and treasury funds.
5️⃣ Tackling Criticism Head-On
Early feedback flagged that XX% of the budget was spent on operations.
The goal now is to bring that down to 30%, with more funds flowing into actual ecosystem support.
Also, it hasn’t been easy getting top UX agencies onboard, most charge $1.2k/day — but the team is adapting.
6️⃣ Why all these matter.
Polkadot is growing. But scaling with a fragmented experience won’t cut it
The UX Bounty is laying the groundwork for 10x adoption — not just for now, but for what’s coming next.
7️⃣ For Builders: Simple Tips
➠ Add analytics. Don’t guess where users drop off. ➠ Improve onboarding. First impressions matter. ➠ Reach out to the bounty team — they’re literally offering free help.
8️⃣ Proposal #1662 Is Live
Current approval: XX% If you’re a $DOT holder, now’s the time to vote. Let’s not wait until UX becomes a roadblock — this work sets the foundation for everything else.
9️⃣ Final Thoughts
Solana offers smooth UX by design — Polkadot is building something more powerful, but also more complex.
The UX Bounty is helping bring clarity, consistency, and usability across the ecosystem.
If we want Polkadot to lead, UX has to be part of the strategy.
Link to the proposal in comments 👇
XXX engagements
