
UX Case Study
UX Case Study
Finvest App


Problem Statement
"Investors face confusion and low confidence due to complex
onboarding and unclear
portfolio tracking."
Our Process








Discover
Define
Ideate
Design
Business Goals
Simplify the investment process for first-time and intermediate investors.
Increase user acquisition by providing a seamless KYC and onboarding flow.
Improve user retention through clear portfolio tracking and personalized insights.
Boost investment volume and portfolio diversification across equity, debt, and bonds.
Build brand trust through compliance guidance and transparent tax information.
Business Challenges
Regulatory complexity (KYC, taxation, and compliance updates).
Low financial literacy among first-time investors.
User drop-off during multi-step onboarding and KYC verification.
High competition from well-established fintech apps.
Ensuring security and trust in data and transaction handling.

Product User's
Product users are individuals who use a product to
meet their needs or achieve specific goals.
Quantitative Research
60% of users abandon investment apps during KYC or initial setup.
Observations
60%
45%
45% of users check portfolio performance weekly.
30%
30% of investors struggle to understand risk diversification.
70%
prefer apps with integrated tax and compliance guidance.
based on analytics data
User Need's
Simple, transparent onboarding and KYC process.
Easy-to-understand visual breakdown of investments (equity, debt, bonds, etc.).
Real-time performance tracking and insights
Taxation support and investment compliance guidance.
Data security and clear communication about privacy.
Responsive support and FAQs.
Features & Functionalities
To resolve user needs
Secure Onboarding: OTP-based verification, document upload, status tracking.
Portfolio Dashboard: Asset allocation pie charts, performance graphs, returns over time.
Goal Tracking: Custom investment goals and performance visualization.
Taxation Guidance: In-app calculators, deduction estimators, and compliance updates.
Help Center: FAQs, chat support, and quick access to tax info.
Notifications: Portfolio insights, compliance reminders, investment maturity alerts.
Dark Mode & Accessibility Support (future consideration).
Product User Challenges
Overwhelming data presentation for new investors.
Confusion between different asset classes and risk profiles.
Difficulty finding tax-related information relevant to their country.
Poor comprehension of performance metrics or percentage changes.
Frustration with multi-step KYC verification delays.
Competitor Analysis
Groww
Mutual funds
Features :
SIP tracking
Goal-based investing
ET Money
Automated tax filing
Insurance
Mutual fund insights


Upstox
Real-time data
Trading charts
Watchlists


Kuvera
Features :
Family portfolio management
Tax harvesting
Recommendations



Features :
Features :
Paperless KYC
Robo-advisory
KYC integration
Multi-asset tracking
Product User Challenges
Integrated Taxation & Compliance Guidance within the app.
Personalized Portfolio Insights with actionable recommendations.
Smart Goal-based Investing Dashboard with visual clarity.
Seamless KYC upload and document verification process.
Contextual FAQ + Support Chat for real-time problem-solving.
User Persona 1
Goals
Build long-term wealth and financial security


Motivation
Overwhelmed by financial jargon and complex interfaces
Anishka Rao
Marketing Professional
About
29
Kolkata
MBA
Employee
Frustrations:
Financial independence and confidence
Save on taxes through smarter investments
Learn investment basics with guided insights
Simple, transparent investment process
Trustworthy app that educates while managing investments
Unclear about compliance and tax filing rules
Finds it hard to track portfolio performance
User Persona 2
Goals
Diversify investments across multiple asset classes
Monitor real-time portfolio performance
Optimize returns with smart analytics and insights
Frustrations:
Time-consuming manual analysis and scattered data
Limited access to personalized financial recommendations
Rohan Mehta
School Principal
About
48
Bangalore
MBA
Employee


Motivation
Maximize portfolio growth through automation
Confusing tax and compliance procedures for multiple investments
Access reliable data and insights in one place
Save time with intuitive, all-in-one investment management
Task Mapping
User Task
Goal
Barriers
Opportunities
Launch app and tap “Get Started”
Begin investment journey
App feels generic or untrustworthy
Use welcoming visuals and reassuring copy
Enter email/mobile and verify OTP
Upload KYC documents and select status
Create secure account
Complete verification
OTP delays or input errors
Confusion about required documents
Simplify OTP entry and add resend option
Provide guided instructions and progress tracker
Finish setup and access dashboard
Successfully onboarded
Drop-off due to long process
Display completion rewards and onboarding success message
Empathy Mapping
Says
Thinks
Feels
Does
“I want to grow my money, but I don’t know where to start.”
“Can I trust this platform with my personal and financial data?”
“Why is investing so complicated?”
“I need clear information before I make a decision.”
“The app should make this process easier for me.”
“I hope my investments are safe and performing well.”
“This tool should help me plan, not overwhelm me.”
“It would be great if the app explained terms in simple language.”
“Frustrated by confusing interfaces or slow apps.”
“Relieved when health info is easily available during emergencies.”
“Empowered when able to manage and track health proactively.”
“Compares portfolio performance and asset breakdown regularly.”
“Uploads KYC documents and tracks verification progress.”
“Sets investment goals and monitors tax calculator results.”
“Reads FAQs and explores the help section for clarity.”
“Anxious about potential misuse or leaks of sensitive data.”
Task Mapping


Userflow


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Our team
Our strength lies in our individuality. Set up by Esther Bryce, the team strives to bring in the best talent in various fields, from architecture to interior design and sales.
Esther Bryce
Founder / Interior designer
Lianne Wilson
Broker
Jaden Smith
Architect
Jessica Kim
Photographer
