Fix guides·Shopify·WCAG 2.2 Level A

Fix WCAG 2.4.4 Link Purpose (In Context) on Shopify

Link text must describe its destination.

How to fix it

  1. 01

    In your Shopify theme, open the Liquid template that renders the affected element (often `sections/header.liquid` or product templates).

  2. 02

    Apply the WCAG 2.4.4 fix: Replace "click here" / "read more" with descriptive text. Add aria-label only if necessary.

  3. 03

    Re-scan with A11yPing to verify the issue clears.

Why it matters

WCAG 2.4.4 is a Level A success criterion. Level A failures appear in most ADA web-accessibility lawsuits — over 5,000 were filed in 2025. Typical settlements run $5,000–$30,000 plus remediation cost.

Verify the fix

Run a free scan after deploying. Issue should clear and your risk score should drop.

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Same fix on other platforms: WordPress · Webflow · Next.js · Squarespace