WCAG 1.4.2 — Audio Control — Auto-Playing Audio Cannot Be Stopped

seriousWCAG 1.4.2 · Level Acms scope

Audio or video files on your website start playing automatically when the page loads, and visitors cannot pause or stop them. This interferes with screen readers and creates accessibility barriers. Under ADA Title II, auto-playing media must include user controls or be limited to 3 seconds or less.

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