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WCAG · Level A

WCAG 1.2.1 – Audio-only and Video-only (Prerecorded)

Prerecorded audio-only or video-only content has a text alternative.

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At a glance

Impact level High
Topics
Audio-only content Video-only content Transcripts Time-based media
Who this affects
Blind users Deaf users Screen reader users

Why this matters

Users who cannot see video or hear audio still need access to the information.

Implementation Guide