Interactive elements smaller than 24x24px detected - fails WCAG 2.2 SC 2.5.8
Some clickable elements on your site - such as buttons, icons, or links - are smaller than 24x24 pixels, which is the minimum size required by the latest web accessibility standard (WCAG 2.2, a globally recognised benchmark for inclusive design).
Why this matters
Small tap targets are hard to hit accurately, especially on mobile and for users with dexterity impairments. WCAG 2.2 includes a target size criterion at level AA. Accessibility laws such as the EU Accessibility Act (which references the EN 301 549 standard) and various national laws may apply to some businesses, but which WCAG version is required differs by jurisdiction, so check what applies to you. Hard-to-use controls can also cost you visitors regardless of legal requirements.
How to fix it
Ask your developer to increase the clickable area of any small icons or buttons to at least 24x24 pixels. Often this means adding padding around the element rather than changing its visual appearance.
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