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WCAG 3.0 Structure Anatomy: From Success Criteria to Outcomes

Introduction “1.3.1 Info and Relationships - Level A” If you’ve worked with WCAG 2.2, you’re familiar with this format of Success Criteria. Numbers, levels, and clear test conditions. This structure has been the standard for web accessibility for over 15 years. However, as we explored in the previous article, this approach had limitations. “Websites that pass checkboxes but are actually unusable” are proof of this. WCAG 3.0 has completely redesigned the structure itself to address this issue. It didn’t just add items—it changed the way we evaluate accessibility. ...

Published date: 2026-01-19 · Reading time: 17 min · Word count: 3507 words · Author: Isaac
The Dawn of WCAG 3.0 - Thumbnail image visualizing the transformation from traditional WCAG 2.x checklists to user-centered WCAG 3.0. Features post title and key concepts displayed on a smooth gradient background

The Dawn of WCAG 3.0: Why We Need New Guidelines

Introduction “Our site passed WCAG 2.1 AA 100%, but screen reader users still can’t sign up.” I keep thinking about this comment I heard at a conference last year. They passed accessibility audits, got the green badge, but users with disabilities still couldn’t use core features. This is the biggest dilemma facing WCAG 2.x today. If you’re a developer or designer working on web accessibility, you’ve probably heard of WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines). Recently, a new guideline called WCAG 3.0 has emerged, and many people are wondering: ...