Account Sign-in: 8 Design Mistakes to Avoid
This is a great article on mistakes commonly made regarding login and registration to websites:
Account Sign-in: 8 Design Mistakes to Avoid
BY JARED M. SPOOL
http://www.uie.com/articles/sign_in_process_reprint/
Summary
Mistake #1: Having a Sign-in In The First Place
Mistake #2: Requiring Sign-in Too Soon
Mistake #3: Not Stating the Benefits to Registering
Mistake #4: Hiding the Sign-In Button
Mistake #5: Not Making “Create New Account” or “Forgot Your Password” a Button or Link
Mistake #6: Not Providing Sign-in Opportunities at Key Locations
Mistake #7: Asking for Too Much Information When Registering
Mistake #8: Not Telling Users How You’ll Use Their Information
Good article, Jared.