Operable
2.2.1 Timing Adjustable
When a page has a time limit, people must be able to turn it off, adjust it or extend it, with exceptions such as live auctions.
Who it helps
People who read, type or move more slowly, including many screen reader users.
Failures we see most
- Session timeouts with no warning
- Forms that expire before a slower typist finishes
How it gets tested
Our scanner runs this axe-core check for 2.2.1:
| Check | What it looks for |
|---|---|
meta-refresh | Delayed refresh under 20 hours must not be used |
Automated checks can find failures of 2.2.1, but they cannot confirm that a page passes. A specialist still reviews it by hand.
How we fix it
A specialist fixes this in your site's code or content, and we re-test the page before you sign off.
Official text: W3C, Understanding 2.2.1 Timing Adjustable. Checks listed from axe-core 4.14.0.
Related criteria
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