Making accessibility standards easy to understand, one success criterion at a time.

level: AA

Level AA is the standard level most websites aim to meet. Most countries, states, and municipalities base their accessibility laws on WCAG AA. When people say “accessible website,” they typically mean WCAG AA compliance. Successfully implement every success criterion under Level AA and A to achieve this standard.

WCAG 2.0, 2.1, 2.2 Level AA

3.3.3 Error Suggestion

Helpful suggestions should be provided to help users correct their errors.

Forms, Wording
Cognitive, Visual
Code
WCAG 2.0, 2.1, 2.2 Level AA

3.3.4 Error Prevention (Legal, Financial, Data)

Important forms like a legal agreement or submitting financial information offer the opportunity to check the information entered before sending.

Forms, Wording
Cognitive, Visual
Code
WCAG 2.2 Level AA

3.3.8 Accessible Authentication (Minimum)

Authentication must be possible without cognitive challenges like memorization or solving puzzles, unless an alternative exists.

Forms
Cognitive, Physical/Motor
Code
WCAG 2.0, 2.1, 2.2 Level AA

4.1.3 Status Messages

Messages like form errors and success pop-ups are communicated to assistive technology like screen readers.

Code and Labels, Forms
Cognitive, Visual
Code