Toilet Finder
Toilet Finder is an app that provides a solution to a problem we all encounter at one point or another. The App allows users worldwide, find the closest Restroom based on their location.
Research
Competitors
There are several apps out there the suggest the same
“Where is Public Toilet”
Search by current location
Easy directions
Additional information about the toilet
No photos that help you with direction
Not available worldwide
Search by current location
Easy directions
No additional information about the toilet
No photos that help you with direction
“Toilet Finder”
Search by current location
No additional information about the toilet
Don’t have a hybrid map
“Flush”
User Research
Even though it is a sensitive topic I managed to interview several
people about the challenges that might be related.
To study their trip planning process and what application or
tools they use for finding Restrooms In the easiest and fastest way.
I asked questions such as how they chose their Restroom when they
travel outside their home.
Personas
Pregnant women / special needs
Wants to feel independent, still has
to work, shop, travel
Motivation
Pregnant women / special needs
Needs to use the toilet frequently, but does not know where it is - this fear impacts her, and she might prefer to stay at home.
Pain Points
Tourist
Wants to be independent and travel freely.
Motivation
Tourist
Doesn’t know the local language to ask where the nearest restroom is.
Pain Points
Research Findings / Key Findings
People are ready to go further or pay for restrooms that are cleaner.
For example - for some people, it will be very important that the restroom they will use be in a good sanitary condition. Clean, Hand soap available, Toilet paper available, and more.
People recommend each other and share this information freely with friends sometimes even proud of the discovery.
The safety of public restrooms is an important issue, especially for women.
The solution
Wireframe
Anonymity for reviews
Most users will not want to share their identity
on such a sensitive issue. Therefore when you sign up to the app a username is chosen for you and there is an explanation why you need to sign up in the first place Also, there are no social media sign-up options
to keep anonymity.
As well as just before submitting the review there is
a reassurance that the review is anonymous.
Anonymity
Navigation
Filters
Easy to use filters
The user has the option to search restrooms
ahead of time or based on my current location.
As wells as filter according to his/her personal preferences.
Easy Navigation
On the first screen, the app loads the user's location. The user can see a list of nearby restroom icons and after clicking on one of
there is additional information provided.
To be able to rate or leave a comment,
The user will need to register the app.
Users can log in using the username/email
Leave a comment
Restroom Information
Users can see data are given on each restroom. which include ratings, comments,
photos, and data facilities;
feedback
To keep details updated.
Users will need to share and rate their personal experience
