Does Kahoot! meet accessibility standards?

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At Kahoot!, inclusion and accessibility are top priorities. We aim to comply with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2, level AA.

This article groups Kahoot! accessibility options by common needs so you can quickly see which settings and features help whom.

Explore our overarching mission for inclusive learning and discover more features on our Accessibility at Kahoot! page

For learners with vision impairments

Here are ways Kahoot! can support learners with low vision or blindness.

Screen readers and read-aloud

  • Screen readers on host devices can read questions and answer options aloud.
  • Screen readers on player devices can read matching answer numbers aloud so learners can respond using assistive technology.
  • Our iOS and Android apps include a built‑in read-aloud feature to vocalize questions and answers in supported contexts. This gives learners using tablet and mobile devices the independence to navigate and participate in games without relying on a shared screen.

Text size and contrast

  • Text is scalable using your browser’s zoom controls, up to at least 200% without loss of content or functionality.
  • An “Increase contrast” option enhances color contrast on question screens to improve readability.

Accessible images and media

Viewing content on personal devices

  • You can choose to show questions and answer options on player devices so each learner can read the content up close on their own screen, eliminating the need for a split-screen setup. This is a highly recommended setting for screen-reader users or anyone who finds looking back and forth between a shared board and a personal device challenging.

For learners with hearing impairments or sound sensivity

Controlling or removing sound

  • Music and sound effects can be muted at the browser level using your browser’s “mute tab” feature.
  • Kahoot! also provides a built‑in volume control so hosts can adjust or turn down game audio.

These options help support learners who are hard of hearing, rely on lip‑reading or visual cues, or are sensitive to loud or unexpected sounds.

Using captioned or described video

  • When you embed YouTube or Vimeo media, you can select videos that already offer captions and audio descriptions to support a wide range of hearing needs.

For learners with cognitive or learning differences

Kahoot! can support students who benefit from additional time, clearer visuals, or read‑aloud support.

Clearer visuals and text

  • Browser zoom lets learners make text significantly larger (up to at least 200%) while keeping the game usable.
  • The “Increase contrast” setting can make question and answer text easier to distinguish from backgrounds.

Extra time and reduced time pressure

  • You can set longer question time limit (up to 4 minutes per question) so learners have ample time to read, process, and respond.
  • Accuracy hosting experience focuses on correct answers instead of speed, creating a more relaxed and inclusive experience. Read more about Accuracy experience: How to host a kahoot, which features a simplified podium and completely removes speed bonuses
  • In Accuracy hosting experience, you can enable the Unlimited time accessibility option in live game settings so participants can take as long as they need to answer.
  • For assigned kahoots, you can turn off the question timer entirely, removing speed‑based point reduction and letting participants work fully at their own pace.

Flexible viewing and pacing

Team Talk for collaborative learning

  • When hosting a live game in the Team experience, you can enable the Team Talk option. This feature gives players a dedicated countdown to discuss their responses with peers before answering, which is ideal for learners who benefit from brainstorming or auditory processing of ideas before committing to an answer.

Read-aloud and assistive technology

  • Screen readers on host and player devices can read questions, answers, and answer numbers aloud.
  • The mobile apps’ read-aloud feature can help learners who benefit from having text spoken as they follow along.

Choosing question types that work well with assistive tech

  • Our Trust Center’s accessibility options page outlines which question types are best to use with assistive technology, so you can design games that work well for your learners and their tools.

For learners with motor impairments

Keyboard navigation

  • Kahoot! is navigable using keyboard keys such as Alt, Enter, and Spacebar, helping learners and hosts who prefer or require keyboard‑only interaction.

These options can support learners who use alternative input devices or cannot reliably use a mouse or touch controls.

Accessibility standards & documentation

Policies and guidelines

Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR / VPAT)

If you are looking for formal documentation:

Kahoot! provides an Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) based on version 2.5 of the Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT).

You can share this report with your organization’s accessibility or IT teams as part of procurement, audits, or compliance reviews.

Need help with specific documentation?

If you are unsure how to accommodate particular accessibility needs (for example, a combination of vision, hearing, motor, or learning differences) using Kahoot!, please contact us. We’ll be happy to help you problem‑solve and identify the best setup for your learners.

FAQ

  1. Is Kahoot! WCAG compliant? Kahoot! aims to comply with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2, level AA. We continuously update our platform to align with these global web content accessibility standards.
     
  2. Does Kahoot! have a VPAT or Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR)? Yes, Kahoot! provides an Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) based on version 2.5 of the Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT). We offer distinct reports for both instructors and participants.
     
  3. How do I remove the timer in Kahoot! for accessibility? For live games, you can use "Accuracy experience" and enable the "Unlimited time" setting. For assigned kahoots, you can toggle the question timer off completely during the assignment creation process, allowing participants to work at their own pace.
     
  4. How does Kahoot! support colorblind players? Kahoot! supports colorblind learners by pairing every answer color with a distinct geometric shape (such as a triangle, diamond, circle, or square). This ensures that players do not need to rely solely on color recognition to match their answers to the screen.

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