unclear-page-title
Rule Severity : Moderate
Description
A webpage must have a meaningful title that accurately describes its purpose. Unclear or missing page titles can make navigation difficult for users, especially those relying on screen readers or other assistive technologies.
The unclear-page-title rule aligns with WCAG Success Criterion 2.4.2 (Page Titled), which requires that web pages have titles that describe topic or purpose..
Examples
In the following example, the page title is vague or missing, making it difficult for users to understand the page’s purpose.
In the following corrected example, the title clearly describes the page content:
How to fix?
To ensure compliance with the unclear-page-title rule, follow these steps:
- Ensure every webpage has a
<title>element in the<head>section. - Make the title descriptive and concise, reflecting the page’s primary content or purpose.
- Avoid generic titles like “Home” or “Page 1.”
- Place the most relevant information first (e.g., “Order Confirmation - Store Name”).
Reference
WCAG Success Criterion 2.4.2: Page Titled
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