Web3 payments are intimidating for many users due to their inherent complexity. Whether someone is a crypto veteran or a newcomer, navigating balances fragmented across multiple chains can be frustrating. It feels limiting when you can’t use your assets for everyday expenses. One common workaround is a crypto card, which requires going through KYC and centralised processes, often backed by Visa or Mastercard. While this allows in-store spending, hidden fees can arise when converting crypto to fiat.

To make Web3 payments more approachable, we first need to reduce cognitive load and improve user understanding. Motion plays a key role here — arguably more so than in Web2 products.

In traditional finance, you simply pay from the balance you have. In Web3, however, users must understand bridging chains, transaction fees, networks, and other technical details. The experience often falls short of expectations. Motion can bridge this gap.

• Users often don’t know which balance is being used across multiple chains or wallets. For example, when Alice sends $10 to Bob or spends $20 in a store:

• UX Motion: Animate the “consolidation” of balances and show how assets are being utilised. This enhances understanding and reduces confusion.

• Instant transfers are ideal, but delays are common in Web3 due to permit flows, which can lead to frustration and uncertainty.

• UX Motion: Animate token movements, including when they are blocked and when they become available again.

• In a unified balance mechanism , users can send tokens across chains, but they may want the option to choose specific tokens or chains for a transaction.

• UX Motion: Use animations like bouncing or pulsing to highlight selected or unselected options, emphasizing the user’s choices.

Finally, motion reinforces branding and trust that I have another article for this. A well-crafted animation communicates safety and reliability, particularly when handling assets. Motion is not just about aesthetics — it helps users feel confident and informed in their Web3 interactions.

The Web3 story doesn’t stop here. How UX motion techniques help users and clients navigate risk and uncertainty is a big challenge — but an exciting one.

Web3 payments are intimidating for many users due to their inherent complexity. Whether someone is a crypto veteran or a newcomer, navigating balances fragmented across multiple chains can be frustrating. It feels limiting when you can’t use your assets for everyday expenses. One common workaround is a crypto card, which requires going through KYC and centralised processes, often backed by Visa or Mastercard. While this allows in-store spending, hidden fees can arise when converting crypto to fiat.

To make Web3 payments more approachable, we first need to reduce cognitive load and improve user understanding. Motion plays a key role here — arguably more so than in Web2 products.

In traditional finance, you simply pay from the balance you have. In Web3, however, users must understand bridging chains, transaction fees, networks, and other technical details. The experience often falls short of expectations. Motion can bridge this gap.

• Users often don’t know which balance is being used across multiple chains or wallets. For example, when Alice sends $10 to Bob or spends $20 in a store:

• UX Motion: Animate the “consolidation” of balances and show how assets are being utilised. This enhances understanding and reduces confusion.

• Instant transfers are ideal, but delays are common in Web3 due to permit flows, which can lead to frustration and uncertainty.

• UX Motion: Animate token movements, including when they are blocked and when they become available again.

• In a unified balance mechanism , users can send tokens across chains, but they may want the option to choose specific tokens or chains for a transaction.

• UX Motion: Use animations like bouncing or pulsing to highlight selected or unselected options, emphasizing the user’s choices.

Finally, motion reinforces branding and trust that I have another article for this. A well-crafted animation communicates safety and reliability, particularly when handling assets. Motion is not just about aesthetics — it helps users feel confident and informed in their Web3 interactions.

The Web3 story doesn’t stop here. How UX motion techniques help users and clients navigate risk and uncertainty is a big challenge — but an exciting one.