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Accessibility

· 13 checks — Landmarks, headings, alt text, forms, and link quality rolled into one auditable list.
SCORE
60
GRADE
D
FIX
6
REVIEW
3
PASS
4
INFO
0
Checks
13
4 PASS 3 REVIEW 6 FIX
D
Landmark Structure
Action
4 landmarks
FIX
4 landmarks
Critical::
No <main> landmark found
Screen reader users cannot quickly navigate to the primary content. Wrap your main content in <main>.
Info::
2 <nav> landmark(s) found
Warning::
2 of 2 <nav> elements are unlabeled
Multiple navigations need aria-label to distinguish them for screen readers.
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 NAV 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

Multiple navigations need aria-label to distinguish them for screen readers.

Why this matters

Some <nav> elements lack aria-label — screen-reader users hear 'navigation' multiple times with no way to distinguish them.

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When a page has multiple <nav> regions (primary, footer, breadcrumb), each needs aria-label or aria-labelledby. AT users navigate by landmark; identical 'navigation' announcements force them to enter each one to discover purpose.

Source: WAI-ARIA Authoring Practices

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

D
404 Error Page
Action
HTTP 404, custom page
FIX
HTTP 404, custom page
Info::
Correct 404 status code returned
Got: HTTP 404
Info::
Custom styled 404 page
404 Page Quality ✓ Custom 404 Page
Status Code HTTP 404 ✓Custom Styling ✓Navigation ✗Homepage Link ✗Search Form ✗
F
Web Manifest
Action
Invalid JSON
FIX
Invalid JSON
Warning::
Manifest contains invalid JSON
Manifest at https://www.kraken.com/manifest.json contains invalid JSON. Browsers cannot parse it.
Got: https://www.kraken.com/manifest.json

Manifest contains invalid JSON.

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::
2 navigation landmark(s) detected
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 2 <nav> element(s)
Back to Top
Hamburger Menu
Sticky Navigation Cannot reliably detect (CSS-based)
1 of 6 testable patterns navigation patterns detected. Limited navigation support. Consider adding breadcrumbs, search, and skip link.
B
Favicon & Branding
4 icon(s) detected
REVIEW
4 icon(s) detected
Info::
favicon.ico present at site root
Info::
HTML icon links detected
Info::
Apple touch icon present
Info::
Multiple icon sizes detected
✓ favicon.ico Present
✓ PNG Icons Present
✓ Apple Touch Present
✗ SVG Favicon Missing
✗ Manifest Icons Missing
✓ Multiple Sizes Present
B
Dark Mode Support
Dark mode detected
REVIEW
Dark mode detected
Info::
color-scheme meta tag present
The site declares support for light and dark color schemes via <meta name='color-scheme'>.
Got: rgba(246,245,249,1.00)
Info::
Detection limited to meta tags and inline styles
External CSS files may contain prefers-color-scheme rules not visible to this scan.
Dark Mode✓ Dark Mode Supported
color-scheme meta rgba(246,245,249,1.00) ✓Dark theme-color Not set ✗CSS indicators Not detected ✗

Detection limited to meta tags and inline styles.

C
Lighthouse Accessibility Audits
Action
Score 75/100 — 8 failing, 23 passed
REVIEW
75

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.

ARIA

When an element doesn't have an accessible name, screen readers announce it with a generic name, making it unusable for users who rely on screen readers. Learn how to make command elements more accessible.

Why this matters

Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.

Failing Elements
nav.flex > div.flex > div.relative > div.-translate-y-ds-list-item-md nav.flex > div.flex > div.relative > div.-translate-y-ds-list-item-md

These are opportunities to improve the usage of ARIA in your application which may enhance the experience for users of assistive technology, like a screen reader.

Names and labels

When a button doesn't have an accessible name, screen readers announce it as "button", making it unusable for users who rely on screen readers. Learn how to make buttons more accessible.

Why this matters

Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.

Failing Elements
div.relative > div.-translate-y-ds-list-item-md > div.pointer-events-none > button.text-ds-button-primary-medium div.relative > div.-translate-y-ds-list-item-md > div.pointer-events-none > button.text-ds-button-primary-medium
div.flex > div.flex > div.[&>*]:theme-light:text-black > button.text-ds-button-primary-none div.flex > div.flex > div.[&>*]:theme-light:text-black > button.text-ds-button-primary-none

Link text (and alternate text for images, when used as links) that is discernible, unique, and focusable improves the navigation experience for screen reader users. Learn how to make links accessible.

Why this matters

Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.

Failing Elements
nav.flex > div.flex > div.relative > a.flex nav.flex > div.flex > div.relative > a.flex

These are opportunities to improve the semantics of the controls in your application. This may enhance the experience for users of assistive technology, like a screen reader.

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
Pro li > a.group > div.text-ds-dimmed > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit
Kraken li > a.group > div.text-ds-dimmed > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit
Krak li > a.group > div.text-ds-dimmed > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit
Desktop li > a.group > div.text-ds-dimmed > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit
Privacy Notice li > a.no-underline > div.text-ds-dimmed > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit
Terms of Service li > a.no-underline > div.text-ds-dimmed > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit
Cookie Settings li > a.no-underline > div.text-ds-dimmed > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit
Recruitment Privacy Notice li > a.no-underline > div.text-ds-dimmed > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit
Disclosures li > a.no-underline > div.text-ds-dimmed > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit
Exchange Trading Rules li > a.no-underline > div.text-ds-dimmed > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit
Compliance Hub li > a.no-underline > div.text-ds-dimmed > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit
Do Not Sell/Share li > a.no-underline > div.text-ds-dimmed > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit
© 2011 - 2026 Payward, Inc. div.mb-4 > div.mb-10 > div.text-ds-dimmed > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit
Payward Europe Solutions Limited, trading as Kraken, is regulated by the Centra… div > div.text-ds-dimmed > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > p
These materials are for general information purposes only and are not investmen… div > div.text-ds-dimmed > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > p
La inversión en criptoactivos no está regulada, puede no ser adecuada para inve… div > div.text-ds-dimmed > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > p

Low-contrast text is difficult or impossible for many users to read. Link text that is discernible improves the experience for users with low vision. Learn how to make links distinguishable.

Why this matters

Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.

Failing Elements
Terms of Service div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > p > a
certain limitations and eligibility criteria div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > p > a
Kraken's Margin Disclosure Statement div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > p > a
Risk Disclosure div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > p > a
Terms of Service for additional information. div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > p > a
here div.text-ds-dimmed > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > p > a
here div.text-ds-dimmed > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > p > a

These are opportunities to improve the legibility of your content.

Best practices

Touch targets with sufficient size and spacing help users who may have difficulty targeting small controls to activate the targets. Learn more about touch targets.

Why this matters

Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.

Failing Elements
Margin Trading li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
OTC Trading li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Institutions li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
API Trading li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Kraken API center li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Staking Rewards li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Send Money li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Recurring buys li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Buy Crypto li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Sell Crypto li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Kraken Security li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Kraken Careers li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Kraken Blog li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Kraken Developer li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Press Room li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Affiliate Program li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Asset Listings li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Kraken Status li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Support Center li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Complaints li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Breakout Prop Trading li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Bitcoin Price li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Ethereum Price li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Dogecoin Price li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
XRP Price li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Cardano Price li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Solana Price li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Litecoin Price li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Crypto categories li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
All crypto prices li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Price predictions li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
BTC to USD li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
ETH to USD li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
DOGE to USD li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
XRP to USD li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
ADA to USD li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
SOL to USD li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
LTC to USD li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
All crypto markets li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Buy Bitcoin li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Buy Ethereum li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Buy Dogecoin li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Buy XRP li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Buy Cardano li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Buy Solana li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Buy Litecoin li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
All crypto guides li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
What is cryptocurrency? li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
What is Bitcoin? li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
What is Ethereum? li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Best Crypto Exchanges li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Kraken vs Coinbase li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Kraken vs Binance li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Learn crypto li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Crypto Wallet li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Bitcoin Wallet li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Ethereum Wallet li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
Solana Wallet li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline
USDT Wallet li > div.text-ds-neutral > div.[&_a:hover]:font-inherit > a.no-underline

One main landmark helps screen reader users navigate a web page. Learn more about landmarks.

Why this matters

Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.

Failing Elements
html html

These items highlight common accessibility best practices.

Visible text labels that do not match the accessible name can result in a confusing experience for screen reader users. Learn more about accessible names.

Why this matters

Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.

Failing Elements
Pro div.flex > ul.grid > li > a.group
Kraken div.flex > ul.grid > li > a.group
Krak div.flex > ul.grid > li > a.group
Desktop div.flex > ul.grid > li > a.group
○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>`
●`[role]`s have all required `[aria-*]` attributes
●`[role]` values are valid
●`[aria-*]` attributes have valid values
●`[aria-*]` attributes are valid and not misspelled
●Image elements have `[alt]` attributes
●`[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
●Document has a `<title>` element
●`<html>` element has a `[lang]` attribute
●`<html>` element has a valid value for its `[lang]` attribute
●Lists contain only `<li>` elements and script supporting elements (`<script>` and `<template>`).
●List items (`<li>`) are contained within `<ul>`, `<ol>` or `<menu>` parent elements
●No element has a `[tabindex]` value greater than 0
●Heading elements appear in a sequentially-descending order
●Deprecated ARIA roles were not used
●`<video>` elements contain a `<track>` element with `[kind="captions"]`
●Uses ARIA roles only on compatible elements
●Image elements do not have `[alt]` attributes that are redundant text.
●Identical links have the same purpose.
○`[accesskey]` values are unique
○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
○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
○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
○ARIA IDs are unique
○No form fields have multiple labels
○`<frame>` or `<iframe>` elements have a title
○`<html>` element has an `[xml:lang]` attribute with the same base language as the `[lang]` attribute.
○Input buttons have discernible text.
○`<input type="image">` elements have `[alt]` text
○Form elements have associated labels
○The document does not use `<meta http-equiv="refresh">`
○`<object>` elements have alternate text
○Select elements have associated label elements.
○Skip links are focusable.
○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
○Tables have different content in the summary attribute and `<caption>`.
○All heading elements contain content.
○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.
A+
Heading Hierarchy
21 headings
PASS
21 headings
Info::
Single H1 present
  • H5 Advanced tools
  • H5 Who we serve
  • H1 Secure and regulated crypto platform in Spain
  • H2 Focused on accelerating crypto adoption since 2011
  • H3 649
  • H3 190+
  • H2 Kraken in Spain
  • H3 Kraken Is Officially MiCA Licensed
  • H3 Kraken x Williams Bring F1 & Crypto to Barcelona
  • H3 Proof of Reserves Report Released
  • H3 Kraken secures EU MiFID license
  • H3 Kraken Receives EU E-Money License
  • H3 Kraken sponsors Atlético de Madrid
  • H2 Build your crypto portfolio
  • H2 Why Kraken?
  • H2 Earn weekly rewards on your crypto
  • H2 Trade spot and margin. All in one powerful interface.
  • H3 Low spreads
  • H3 Deep liquidity across markets
  • H3 High rate limits
  • H2 Start your crypto journey
A+
Alt Text Quality
All 534 images OK
PASS
All 534 images OK
Info::
534 image(s) with good alt text
534 images 534 good alt text
All images have appropriate alt text.
A
Form Accessibility
1 of 1 controls have issues
PASS
1 of 1 controls have issues
Warning::
1 control(s) rely on placeholder only
Placeholder text disappears on focus and is not a reliable label.
Got: <input type="email" id="email">
1 controls
0 labeled
1 placeholder only
0 unlabeled
ControlTypeLabelMethod
#emailemail(satoshi@email.com)placeholder only

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

<input type="email" id="email">

Why this matters

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

Learn more ▾

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

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
h2 Kraken in Spain21.00:13.0:1
#000000
#FFFFFF
Pass
h2 Why Kraken?21.00:13.0:1
#000000
#FFFFFF
Pass
h3 190+21.00:13.0:1
#000000
#FFFFFF
Pass
h3 Kraken Is Officially…21.00:13.0:1
#000000
#FFFFFF
Pass
h3 Kraken x Williams Br…21.00:13.0:1
#000000
#FFFFFF
Pass
h3 Proof of Reserves Re…21.00:13.0:1
#000000
#FFFFFF
Pass
h3 Kraken secures EU Mi…21.00:13.0:1
#000000
#FFFFFF
Pass
h3 Kraken Receives EU E…21.00:13.0:1
#000000
#FFFFFF
Pass
h3 Kraken sponsors Atl…21.00:13.0:1
#000000
#FFFFFF
Pass
title Kraken: Buy and sell…21.00:14.5:1
#000000
#FFFFFF
Pass
span Individuals21.00:14.5:1
#000000
#FFFFFF
Pass
span Businesses19.35:14.5:1
#000000
#F6F5F9
Pass
span VIP19.35:14.5:1
#000000
#F6F5F9
Pass
span Affiliates19.35:14.5:1
#000000
#F6F5F9
Pass
span Markets19.35:14.5:1
#000000
#F6F5F9
Pass
span About19.35:14.5:1
#000000
#F6F5F9
Pass
span Search19.35:14.5:1
#000000
#F6F5F9
Pass
span Log in19.35:14.5:1
#000000
#F6F5F9
Pass
span Sign up19.35:14.5:1
#000000
#F6F5F9
Pass
span Log in19.35:14.5:1
#000000
#F6F5F9
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.

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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