Anwenderin

Anwenderin is a feminine noun used in German to designate a female user of a product, system, software, or service. It is the gendered form corresponding to Anwender (the male or generic form) and is common in technical documentation, user manuals, and marketing texts where it is important to specify the user’s gender.

The word is formed from the verb verwenden or anwenden, with the agent noun suffix -er to create Anwender; the feminine form is Anwenderin. Plural forms are Anwenderinnen (feminine) and Anwender (mixed or masculine). The term therefore signals that a person is actively using or applying a tool or service.

In practice, Anwenderin is used to refer specifically to female users. To address mixed audiences or to follow gender-inclusive language guidelines, many writers pair it with the masculine form (Anwenderinnen und Anwender) or use neutral alternatives such as Anwendende or Nutzende. Some style guides prefer such neutral terms to avoid gender emphasis, while others continue to use gendered forms in contexts that aim for clarity or to reflect user demographics.

Regional and stylistic variation exists within the German-speaking world. In some contexts, especially in general technology discourse, terms like Nutzerin or Benutzerin are common alternatives. The choice between Anwenderin and other terms often reflects industry conventions, audience expectations, and accessibility considerations.

Overall, Anwenderin serves as a precise label for female end users in German-language material, while inclusive language practices may favor neutral or paired formulations to encompass all users.