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How to test criterion 3.3.8 “Accessible Authentication (Minimum) — A cognitive function test (such as remembering a password or solving a puzzle) is not required for any step in an authentication process unless that step provides at least one of the following:”

WCAG references
  • 3.3.8 Accessible Authentication (Minimum) (AA)

Official methodology to test criterion 3.3.8

Test 1 (3.3.8)

  1. ulist:
    • Alternative:Another authentication method that does not rely on a cognitive function test.
    • Mechanism:A mechanism is available to assist the user in completing the cognitive function test.
    • Object Recognition:The cognitive function test is to recognize objects.
    • Personal Content:The cognitive function test is to identify non-text content the user provided to the website.