Web Content Accessibility Guidelines a guide to the accessibility requirements
2 Operable

2.2.4 Interruptions

Conformance level: AAA
Criterion released in WCAG version: 2.0

Official description of the success criterion

Interruptions can be postponed or suppressed by the user, except interruptions involving an emergency.

What to do?

Provide mechanisms to postpone or suppress interruptions.

Why is it important?

Helps users maintain focus and control over their interactions.

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