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WCAG · Level A

WCAG 1.4.2 – Audio Control

Users can pause or stop any audio that plays automatically for more than a few seconds.

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At a glance

Impact level Medium
Topics
Audio control Auto-playing audio Sound
Who this affects
Screen reader users Users with cognitive disabilities Users in shared environments

Why this matters

Auto-play audio interferes with screen readers and can be disorienting.

Implementation Guide