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Growth · January 19, 2021

Brainiac

Database of 150 cognitive biases that control our decisions

Brainiac launched on January 19, 2021 with 646 votes, #7 of 3,157 launches that month and more than 99% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 5 years on.

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Brainiac is a database containing 150 cognitive biases, principles, and models that influence human decision-making. Each entry includes a sketch, description, and possible applications. The tool is designed for designers, user experience professionals, and marketers who want to understand and apply cognitive biases in their work.

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Brainiac is a database of 150 cognitive biases, principles & models. Every single bias includes a sketch, description, possible applications and more

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