Web designers often include social share buttons on their sites. But analysis from Hacker News suggests they're rarely used. The reason? Users prefer copying links directly or using their browser's native sharing features instead. The takeaway for product teams: measure what actually matters and eliminate features with zero engagement. Sometimes, the smartest design decision is knowing what to leave out.

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