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Accessibility

· 13 checks — Landmarks, headings, alt text, forms, and link quality rolled into one auditable list.
SCORE
56
GRADE
D
FIX
6
REVIEW
3
PASS
4
INFO
0
Checks
13
4 PASS 3 REVIEW 6 FIX
D
Landmark Structure
Action
8 landmarks
FIX
8 landmarks
Critical::
No <main> landmark found
Screen reader users cannot quickly navigate to the primary content. Wrap your main content in <main>.
Warning::
No <nav> landmark found
Warning::
Skip navigation link is missing (WCAG 2.4.1)
Add a skip link as the first focusable element so keyboard users can bypass repeated navigation.
Page Structure — as a screen reader sees it
BANNER header MAIN (missing!) CONTENTINFO footer

Screen reader users cannot quickly navigate to the primary content. Wrap your main content in <main>.

Why this matters

Without a <main> landmark, screen-reader users can't skip past the navigation to the page content — every page starts with re-reading the menu.

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The <main> element marks the page's primary content area. Assistive tech offers a 'jump to main' shortcut — but only if <main> exists. Without it, every page navigation forces re-reading the header. Wrap your primary content in a single <main>.

Source: WAI-ARIA / WCAG 2.4.1

Add a skip link as the first focusable element so keyboard users can bypass repeated navigation.

Why this matters

Without a skip-nav link, keyboard users tab through every nav item before reaching content — every page, every visit.

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WCAG 2.4.1 (Bypass Blocks) requires a mechanism to skip past repeated content. The standard implementation is a 'Skip to main content' link that's the first focusable element, visually hidden until focused. Three lines of HTML + four of CSS.

Source: WCAG 2.1 SC 2.4.1

F
Alt Text Quality
Action
15 of 45 images have issues
FIX
15 of 45 images have issues
Critical::
15 image(s) missing alt attribute
Images without alt text are invisible to screen readers.
Critical::
15 image-in-link without alt text
An image inside a link with no alt creates an empty link.
Info::
20 decorative image(s) correctly marked
Info::
10 image(s) with good alt text
45 images 10 good alt text 20 decorative 15 missing
IssueCount
missing15 image(s)

Images without alt text are invisible to screen readers.

Why this matters

Each image without alt text is a WCAG 1.1.1 failure — invisible to screen-reader users, lost from Google Image Search.

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WCAG 2.1 Level A requires text alternatives for non-decorative images. Empty alt='' is fine for decorative; meaningful images need descriptive text. Common fixes: CMS audit + bulk add, build-time linter (alt-text-required ESLint rule), CI gate on Lighthouse a11y score.

Source: WCAG 2.1 SC 1.1.1 / WebAIM Million Report

An image inside a link with no alt creates an empty link.

Why this matters

Image-only links with no alt create empty links — screen-reader users hear 'link' with no destination context.

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An <a><img></a> with no img alt is the worst-case for accessibility: AT announces the link but can't describe where it goes. Either add alt to the image OR add aria-label to the link.

Source: WCAG 2.1 SC 2.4.4

D
Dark Mode Support
Action
Theme color only
FIX
Theme color only
Info::
Theme-color present but no dark variant
A theme-color is set but no dark-specific variant was found. The browser toolbar may not adapt for dark mode users.
Got: #4f6814
Info::
No dark mode signals detected
Consider adding CSS with @media (prefers-color-scheme: dark) and <meta name='color-scheme' content='light dark'>.
Info::
Detection limited to meta tags and inline styles
External CSS files may contain prefers-color-scheme rules not visible to this scan.
Dark ModePartial Dark Mode
color-scheme meta Not set ✗Dark theme-color Not set ✗CSS indicators Not detected ✗

Detection limited to meta tags and inline styles.

D
Print Stylesheet
Action
No print styles
FIX
No print styles
Info::
No print-specific styles detected
When users print this page, they get the screen layout including navigation and non-essential elements. Add @media print rules to hide navigation and optimize layout for paper.
Print Stylesheet No Print Styles
Print stylesheet Not found ✗Inline @media print Not detected ✗
F
Navigation UX
Action
No navigation patterns
FIX
No navigation patterns
Info::
No breadcrumbs, search, or skip link detected
These navigation aids help users orient themselves and find content efficiently, especially on large sites.
Breadcrumbs
Search
Skip Link
Labeled Navigation
Back to Top
Hamburger Menu
Sticky Navigation Cannot reliably detect (CSS-based)
0 of 6 testable patterns navigation patterns detected. Limited navigation support. Consider adding breadcrumbs, search, and skip link.
B
Form Accessibility
3 of 3 controls have issues
REVIEW
3 of 3 controls have issues
Warning::
3 control(s) rely on placeholder only
Placeholder text disappears on focus and is not a reliable label.
Got: <input type="password">; <textarea>; <textarea>
3 controls
0 labeled
3 placeholder only
0 unlabeled
ControlTypeLabelMethod
inputpassword(Password)placeholder only
textareatextarea(Paste the exact word or sentence)placeholder only
textareatextarea(Enter your suggested translation)placeholder only

Placeholder text disappears on focus and is not a reliable label.

<input type="password">; <textarea>; <textarea>

Why this matters

Placeholder-only labels disappear when the user starts typing — they must remember what the field was for.

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Placeholders are NOT labels. They vanish on input, fail color contrast checks (most are gray), and don't satisfy WCAG SC 3.3.2. Always use a real <label> alongside (or aria-labelledby).

Source: WCAG 2.1 SC 3.3.2 / Nielsen Norman

B
404 Error Page
HTTP 404, custom page
REVIEW
HTTP 404, custom page
Info::
Correct 404 status code returned
Got: HTTP 404
Info::
Custom styled 404 page
Info::
Navigation links present on 404 page
Info::
Homepage link present on 404 page
404 Page Quality ✓ Custom 404 Page
Status Code HTTP 404 ✓Page Title komoot: 404 Page Not Found ✓Custom Styling ✓Navigation ✓Homepage Link ✓Search Form ✗
B
Favicon & Branding
11 icon(s) detected
REVIEW
11 icon(s) detected
Info::
favicon.ico present at site root
Info::
HTML icon links detected
Info::
No apple-touch-icon detected
iOS devices use this when users add your site to their home screen. Add <link rel='apple-touch-icon' sizes='180x180' href='/apple-touch-icon.png'>.
Info::
SVG favicon detected — scales perfectly to any size
Info::
Multiple icon sizes detected
✓ favicon.ico Present
✓ PNG Icons Present
✗ Apple Touch Missing
✓ SVG Favicon Present
✓ Manifest Icons Present
✓ Multiple Sizes Present
A
Heading Hierarchy
16 headings, 1 skip(s)
PASS
16 headings, 1 skip(s)
Info::
Single H1 present
Warning::
Heading level skipped: H3 → H6 (missing H4)
Skipping heading levels breaks the document outline. Screen readers may interpret missing levels as structural errors.
  • H1 Explore beyond the map
  • H2 Get inspired with the komoot mobile app
  • H2 Discover our Collections
  • H2 Ready for your next adventure?
  • H2 Browse places
  • H2 Discover new routes
  • H3 The best route planner out there. Simple as that.
  • H3 Get ready to conquer new peaks
  • H6 Explore skipped
  • H6 B2B
  • H6 Company
  • H6 Community
  • H6 Download the app
  • H6 Follow Us on Socials
  • H3 We value your privacy ⛰️
  • H3 We value your privacy ⛰️

Skipping heading levels breaks the document outline. Screen readers may interpret missing levels as structural errors.

Why this matters

Skipping heading levels breaks the document outline — screen-reader users lose track of section nesting.

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Screen reader users navigate by jumping between headings (H1 → H2 → H3). Skipping (H1 → H3) breaks the sense of hierarchy. Use sequential levels even if you don't like the default styling — restyle with CSS instead. WCAG 1.3.1 (Info and Relationships) treats this as an A failure.

Source: WCAG 2.1 SC 1.3.1 / W3C WAI

A
Web Manifest
PWA-ready
PASS
PWA-ready
Info::
Meets PWA install criteria
Info::
Name present: Komoot
Info::
192x192 icon present
Info::
Display mode: standalone
PWA Install Criteria ✓ Installable
Name Komoot ✓192×192 icon ✓512×512 icon ✗Start URL / ✓Display Mode standalone ✓
Name Komoot Display Mode standalone Theme Color #4f6814 Background Color #F5F4E9 Icons 8 icon(s)
A+
Color Contrast (Screenshot)
20 text elements analyzed, 0 fail WCAG AA
PASS

Analyzes text contrast against the actual rendered page, including background images, gradients, and overlays that CSS-based tools cannot detect.

20 pass
Show all checked elements (20)
ElementRatioRequiredFGBGResult
h1 Explore beyond the m…18.91:13.0:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass
h2 Get inspired with th…18.91:13.0:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass
h2 Discover our Collect…18.91:13.0:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass
h2 Ready for your next …18.91:13.0:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass
h2 Browse places18.91:13.0:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass
h2 Discover new routes18.91:13.0:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass
h3 The best route plann…18.91:13.0:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass
h3 Get ready to conquer…18.91:13.0:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass
h3 We value your privac…18.91:13.0:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass
h3 We value your privac…18.91:13.0:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass
title Komoot | Find, plan …18.91:14.5:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass
p Secret Menu18.91:14.5:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass
p Enter the password t…18.91:14.5:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass
p Routes18.91:14.5:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass
p Planner18.91:14.5:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass
p Features18.91:14.5:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass
p Updates18.91:14.5:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass
p App18.91:14.5:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass
p Get the komoot app18.91:14.5:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass
p Join 45 million outd…18.91:14.5:1
#000000
#F5F3EC
Pass

Methodology: The top 20 text elements by font size were checked. Background color was sampled from the desktop screenshot using a 5-point pattern. WCAG 2.1 AA requires 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text.

A
Lighthouse Accessibility Audits
Score 93/100 — 1 failing, 12 passed
PASS
93

Accessibility

These checks highlight opportunities to improve the accessibility of your web app. Automatic detection can only detect a subset of issues and does not guarantee the accessibility of your web app, so manual testing is also encouraged.

Contrast

Low-contrast text is difficult or impossible for many users to read. Learn how to provide sufficient color contrast.

Why this matters

Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.

Failing Elements
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These are opportunities to improve the legibility of your content.

○Interactive controls are keyboard focusable
○Interactive elements indicate their purpose and state
○The page has a logical tab order
○Visual order on the page follows DOM order
○User focus is not accidentally trapped in a region
○The user's focus is directed to new content added to the page
○HTML5 landmark elements are used to improve navigation
○Offscreen content is hidden from assistive technology
○Custom controls have associated labels
○Custom controls have ARIA roles
●`[aria-*]` attributes match their roles
●`[aria-hidden="true"]` is not present on the document `<body>`
●`[aria-*]` attributes have valid values
●`[aria-*]` attributes are valid and not misspelled
●Buttons have an accessible name
●`[user-scalable="no"]` is not used in the `<meta name="viewport">` element and the `[maximum-scale]` attribute is not less than 5.
●ARIA attributes are used as specified for the element's role
●`[aria-hidden="true"]` elements do not contain focusable descendents
●Elements use only permitted ARIA attributes
●Links have a discernible name
●Touch targets have sufficient size and spacing.
●Heading elements appear in a sequentially-descending order
○`[accesskey]` values are unique
○`button`, `link`, and `menuitem` elements have accessible names
○Deprecated ARIA roles were not used
○Elements with `role="dialog"` or `role="alertdialog"` have accessible names.
○ARIA input fields have accessible names
○ARIA `meter` elements have accessible names
○ARIA `progressbar` elements have accessible names
○`[role]`s have all required `[aria-*]` attributes
○Elements with an ARIA `[role]` that require children to contain a specific `[role]` have all required children.
○`[role]`s are contained by their required parent element
○`[role]` values are valid
○Elements with the `role=text` attribute do not have focusable descendents.
○ARIA toggle fields have accessible names
○ARIA `tooltip` elements have accessible names
○ARIA `treeitem` elements have accessible names
○The page contains a heading, skip link, or landmark region
○`<dl>`'s contain only properly-ordered `<dt>` and `<dd>` groups, `<script>`, `<template>` or `<div>` elements.
○Definition list items are wrapped in `<dl>` elements
○Document has a `<title>` element
○ARIA IDs are unique
○No form fields have multiple labels
○`<frame>` or `<iframe>` elements have a title
○`<html>` element has a `[lang]` attribute
○`<html>` element has a valid value for its `[lang]` attribute
○`<html>` element has an `[xml:lang]` attribute with the same base language as the `[lang]` attribute.
○Image elements have `[alt]` attributes
○Input buttons have discernible text.
○`<input type="image">` elements have `[alt]` text
○Form elements have associated labels
○Links are distinguishable without relying on color.
○Lists contain only `<li>` elements and script supporting elements (`<script>` and `<template>`).
○List items (`<li>`) are contained within `<ul>`, `<ol>` or `<menu>` parent elements
○The document does not use `<meta http-equiv="refresh">`
○`<object>` elements have alternate text
○Select elements have associated label elements.
○Skip links are focusable.
○No element has a `[tabindex]` value greater than 0
○Cells in a `<table>` element that use the `[headers]` attribute refer to table cells within the same table.
○`<th>` elements and elements with `[role="columnheader"/"rowheader"]` have data cells they describe.
○`[lang]` attributes have a valid value
○`<video>` elements contain a `<track>` element with `[kind="captions"]`
○Document has a main landmark.
○Tables have different content in the summary attribute and `<caption>`.
○All heading elements contain content.
○Uses ARIA roles only on compatible elements
○Image elements do not have `[alt]` attributes that are redundant text.
○Identical links have the same purpose.
○Elements with visible text labels have matching accessible names.
○Tables use `<caption>` instead of cells with the `[colspan]` attribute to indicate a caption.
○`<td>` elements in a large `<table>` have one or more table headers.
All checks on this page are automated. Results are estimates - run targeted manual reviews when the score affects a release decision.

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