What is WCAG 2.4.2 Page Titled?

Each page needs a unique, descriptive . It is a Level A success criterion under WCAG 2.2.

Why does WCAG 2.4.2 matter on Shopify?

Level A criteria appear in most ADA web-accessibility lawsuits. Failing this criterion on a Shopify site exposes you to demand letters and settlements typically in the $5k-$30k range.

How do I verify the fix?

Re-run a free WCAG 2.2 AA scan on a11yping.com/scan. The issue should clear and your lawsuit-risk score should drop.

Fix guides·Shopify·WCAG 2.2 Level A

Fix WCAG 2.4.2 Page Titled on Shopify

Each page needs a unique, descriptive <title>.

How to fix it

01
In your Shopify theme, open the Liquid template that renders the affected element (often `sections/header.liquid` or product templates).
02
Apply the WCAG 2.4.2 fix: Set Next.js metadata.title per page. Avoid generic "Home" or empty titles.
03
Re-scan with A11yPing to verify the issue clears.

Why it matters

WCAG 2.4.2 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