Allow users to set their gender during account registration (Community Wishlist/W504)
Problem Currently, users cannot set their gender during account creation on Wikimedia projects. This setting is only available later in user preferences. As a result, many new users never configure it, either because they are unaware of the option or because they do not revisit their preferences after registration. In languages where grammatical gender affects interface messages (such as welcome notifications, system messages, or user-facing UI text), this can lead to incorrect or awkward wording. This negatively impacts the first-time user experience and can cause confusion or discomfort.
Why this matters
The registration process is a critical moment for user onboarding. Showing grammatically correct and appropriate interface messages from the start improves clarity, inclusiveness, and overall usability—especially for languages with gendered grammar. Allowing users to provide this information early helps ensure a more consistent and respectful interface experience.
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