WCAG 2.2 · Level A · Understandable

WCAG 3.3.7 — Redundant Entry

Don’t make users re-enter information they already provided in the same process (auto-populate or let them select it).

WCAG 3.3.7 at a glance

Level A · Principle: Understandable · Added in WCAG 2.2. Level A is the minimum — failing it blocks some users entirely.

What it means

Don’t make users re-enter information they already provided in the same process (auto-populate or let them select it).

Who it helps

Users with cognitive and motor disabilities.

Common failures

  • Re-typing the same address twice in one checkout

How to meet WCAG 3.3.7

  1. Auto-populate or offer previously entered data
  2. Allow “same as billing” style reuse

How to test it

Manual.

Frequently asked questions

Is WCAG 3.3.7 Level A or AA?
WCAG 3.3.7 (Redundant Entry) is a Level A success criterion, introduced in WCAG 2.2. Level A is the baseline.
How do I test WCAG 3.3.7?
Manual.

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