Level AAASince WCAG 2.0
2.2.3 No Timing
Guideline 2.2: Enough Time – People get the time they need.
What does the rule require?
There are no time limits at all. Exceptions are real-time events and media that simply play.
How to get it right
Keep forms, quizzes and shopping carts open without an expiry time.
Who benefits most?
- People with cognitive disabilities
- People with motor disabilities
Official wording
This page explains the rule in simple words. Only the original W3C text is normative.
- “Understanding No Timing” at W3C (external site)
- Techniques in the WCAG Quick Reference (external site)