accessibility-wcag-aaa

name	accessibility-wcag-aaa
description	Use when targeting WCAG AAA (highest accessibility tier). Covers what AAA requires beyond AA, the trade-offs, and when AAA is worth pursuing.

Accessibility Wcag Aaa

WCAG AAA is the highest standard. Not legally required in most jurisdictions; signals high-quality + inclusive design.

AAA vs AA differences

Contrast: 7:1 for body text (vs 4.5:1 AA). 4.5:1 for large text (vs 3:1). Plus enhanced requirements for sign language, audio descriptions, etc.

When to pursue

Government, healthcare, public services. Premium B2B SaaS for prestige. Not always achievable for all content.

Trade-offs

Higher contrast restricts color palette. Sign-language requirement adds production cost. Audio descriptions add to video production.

Path to AAA

Start with AA. Audit AAA gaps. Plan remediation per surface.

Common mistakes

Claiming AAA without auditing every page. Sign-language requirement ignored. Audio descriptions skipped on video content.

Where this fits in X3 Compass

Applied across the X3 Compass design system.