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E-commerceWCAG 2.2

WCAG 2.2 Compliance for E-commerce Websites

Meet Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.2 requirements with comprehensive accessibility testing designed for e-commerce organizations.

Why WCAG 2.2 Matters for E-commerce

New target size requirements directly address tiny e-commerce touch targets

Authentication improvements help customers complete purchases without cognitive barriers

Redundant entry requirements reduce checkout friction and abandonment

Focus visibility improvements help users navigate complex product pages

Dragging alternatives address product comparison and wishlist features

WCAG 2.2 Requirements for E-commerce

Target Size Minimum (2.5.8)

Add to cart, quantity buttons, and checkout controls must be at least 24x24 pixels

Accessible Authentication (2.2.6)

Guest checkout or saved credentials must be available - no CAPTCHAs without alternatives

Redundant Entry (3.3.7)

Shipping address should auto-fill billing address; saved info should persist

Dragging Movements (2.5.7)

Product comparison drag features need click/keyboard alternatives

Common WCAG 2.2 Issues in E-commerce Websites

Issue

Tiny quantity increment/decrement buttons

Solution

Increase button size to 24x24 pixels minimum or provide direct input field

Issue

CAPTCHA blocking checkout completion

Solution

Use invisible reCAPTCHA or offer accessible verification alternatives

Issue

Requiring re-entry of address on every page

Solution

Save entered information throughout checkout session

Issue

Drag-only product comparison features

Solution

Add click-to-add buttons for comparison functionality

How A11yScan Helps E-commerce Meet WCAG 2.2

WCAG 2.2 Testing

Automated testing against all WCAG 2.2 success criteria relevant to e-commerce.

E-commerce Focus

Industry-specific testing profiles targeting common e-commerce accessibility issues.

Compliance Reports

Generate WCAG 2.2 compliance documentation and remediation roadmaps.

Continuous Monitoring

24/7 monitoring to maintain WCAG 2.2 compliance as your e-commerce site evolves.

Frequently Asked Questions: E-commerce WCAG 2.2 Compliance

How big should e-commerce buttons be under WCAG 2.2?

WCAG 2.2 requires a minimum of 24x24 CSS pixels for touch targets. For better usability, especially for critical actions like "Add to Cart" and "Checkout," larger targets (44x44 pixels) are recommended.

Can e-commerce sites still use CAPTCHAs?

WCAG 2.2 Accessible Authentication requires alternatives to cognitive tests. Sites can use invisible CAPTCHAs (reCAPTCHA v3), or offer alternatives like email verification when CAPTCHA is shown.

What is redundant entry and how does it affect checkout?

Redundant Entry (3.3.7) means users shouldn't have to re-enter information they've already provided. For checkout, this means shipping address should populate billing, saved payment info should be available, and account info should persist.

Ready to Achieve WCAG 2.2 Compliance for Your E-commerce Website?

Start with a free accessibility scan and see exactly where your e-commerce site stands with WCAG 2.2 requirements.