Use page headings thoughtfully, and all of your users will benefit.
A heading announces the content that follows it. Sighted users scan headings to quickly find what they need, while screen-reader users jump from heading to heading as they navigate down the page.
Each page must include one (and only one!) top-level heading that serves as the page title. This Heading 1 or <h1> page title also appears in search results — it tells search engines and users what the page is about.
Use subheadings (Heading 2, Heading 3, etc.) to create a hierarchical structure on a page, like an outline. It's important to use subheadings in sequence, without skipping levels, to maintain a logical flow for all users.
Think about accessibility when you use page headings:
