Make Your Website Accessible to All
Web accessibility means that your website is designed and developed so that individuals with disabilities can use it. Ensuring your website showcases your commitment to inclusivity, you can remove barriers, provide equal opportunities, reach a broader audience and enhance the user experience for all visitors.
Benefits of an Accessible Website
- Wider reach, making your website accessible to millions of users
- Enhanced navigation and interaction for all users
- Better search engine performance (SEO)
- ADA compliance
Common Guidelines for Creating an Accessible Website
- Screen reader compatibility to ensure all content is easily read by assistive technologies
- Correct color/contrast ratio to optimize visual elements for readability
- Captions for pre-recorded and live video
- Written transcripts for pre-recorded audio content files
- Descriptive alt-text for non-decorative images
- Re-sizable on-page text
- No time limits, or an extended time limit, for all timed functions
- Components like navigation, headers, footers and sidebars must be consistently placed across all pages
- Easy navigation without the use of a mouse
- Proper heading-level structure on all pages so people using screen readers can easily understand page organization
Our Process for Creating Accessible Websites
At WebSubstance, we begin with a thorough evaluation of your current website. We then adjust your design and content to meet ADA standards. You’ll also benefit from our ongoing support to maintain compliance and accessibility standards evolve.
What is ADA Compliance?
The ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Title III prohibits discrimination in “places of public accommodations,” and legal rulings support language that online assets, such as websites, can be considered a place of public accommodation. Failure to provide accessible website content can subject business owners to a potential ADA discrimination lawsuit. The most significant consequence, however, is the restriction of individuals with disabilities from access to online services and products.