Server-side image maps must not be used

Minor

What is the problem?

Server-side image maps rely on server-side scripting to determine the link associated with a specific area of an image. This makes it difficult for screen readers and other assistive technologies to accurately interpret the image map.

Impacted Groups

Blind
Deafblind
Mobility

Why is this important?

Screen reader users rely on accurate information to navigate and understand web content. Server-side image maps can hinder their ability to access the information and links within the image, limiting their online experience.

How to solve this issue

To improve accessibility, convert server-side image maps to client-side image maps. Client-side image maps use HTML's <map> and <area> elements to define clickable regions within an image. This allows screen readers to accurately interpret the image map and provide users with the necessary information.

Rule Information

Rule ID

server-side-image-map

Severity

Minor

Manual Review Required

Yes

Rule Group

WCAG 2.0 Level A & AA Rules

Guidelines

  • Server-side image maps must not be used

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