aria-hidden is useful when you want to hide elements from assistive technologies like screen readers.

Whe to use it

  • To haide decorative icons, images or elements that are visual
  • To temporarily hide elements that should not be announced
<span aria-hidden="true">  
  <i class="icon"></i>  
</span>  

When to not use it

Do not use it on interactive or focusable elements as it will make them inaccessible!