endnutzerinnen

Endnutzerinnen is a German term used to describe female end users in the context of technology, software, consumer electronics, and related products. It is the feminine plural form of Endnutzer, and it is often used in UX research, product requirements, and marketing to specify that the user group includes women.

In practice, using Endnutzerinnen signals that design decisions should consider women’s needs, preferences, and usage patterns. This can include considerations of ergonomics, safety, data privacy, accessibility, and content relevance. Researchers and designers may employ female end users in usability testing or develop personas that explicitly represent Endnutzerinnen, alongside other user groups.

Data representation and inclusion are important concerns. If studies rely on male-biased samples or fail to recruit a diverse group of Endnutzerinnen, biases can be introduced that affect usability, feature choices, and accessibility. Inclusive design aims to counter these biases by ensuring representative participation across gender identities and other dimensions such as age, ability, and culture.

In German-language practice, some contexts prefer gender-inclusive forms such as Endnutzerinnen und Endnutzer or the gender-neutral Endnutzer*innen, or the shorthand Endnutzer*innen. The choice depends on the editorial guidelines and the target audience.

Examples of use include product requirements, user stories, and documentation phrasing, e.g., Als Endnutzerin möchte ich ... to express a female user’s goal.