Accessible cookie banners: research insights and best practices

Cookie banners are all over the web. But how accessible are they in practice? In this webinar we presented the results of a research project on how cookie notices impact users of different abilities. Insights from usability testing is shared as well as good practices for designing accessible cookie notices.

Speakers:

Malin Hammarberg, Accessibility Expert & Senior UX designer, Funka Foundation.
Sara Kjellstrand, Research Strategist, Funka Foundation.

Key tips from the webinar in a short smart guide:

Smart Guide

Accessible cookie consent

Make the cookies easy to find
Make it immediately apparent both visually and code-wise.

Use plain language
Avoid technical terms and add explanations.

Ensure technical accessibility
Support assistive technology and follow accessibility standards.

Provide clear choices
Use distinct terms such as accept, reject and customise.

Give users control
Make it easy to find and change the preferences.

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Smart guide: Accessible cookie banners: research insights and best practices – PDF, opens in a new window

Recording of the webinar:

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