WCAG 2.0 · Level A · Operable
WCAG 2.2.2 — Pause, Stop, Hide
Moving, blinking, or auto-updating content lasting over 5 seconds needs a way to pause, stop, or hide it.
WCAG 2.2.2 at a glance
Level A · Principle: Operable · Added in WCAG 2.0. Level A is the minimum — failing it blocks some users entirely.
What it means
Moving, blinking, or auto-updating content lasting over 5 seconds needs a way to pause, stop, or hide it.
Who it helps
Users with attention and reading difficulties, and screen-reader users.
Common failures
- Auto-advancing carousels with no pause
- Animated banners that loop indefinitely
How to meet WCAG 2.2.2
- Add a visible pause control
- Respect prefers-reduced-motion
How to test it
Manual.