Audio Only (Live) (1.2.9 – Level AAA)

Provide alternatives for live audio.

Introduction

Some users with hearing impairments may rely on alternatives to enjoy live audio-only content.

How to Pass ‘Audio Only (Live)’

• Add captions to live audio; or
  
• If the live broadcast is from a prepared script, make the script text available from near the original content.
  

‘Audio Only (Live)’ Tips

To add live captions to an audio broadcast, you will need professional software and a trained operator. This isn’t a job you can accurately perform without training.

If you can use live video instead, many live streaming platforms now offer auto captions.

See Also

• Captions (Live)
• Understanding Success Criterion 1.2.9 (W3C)