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It's no secret that agencies and freelancers who are building websites today, are very likely hearing about accessibility a lot more than they were just two or three years ago. And there is a lot to unpack around the importance of accessibility that ...
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This presentation explored the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) related to video and audio accessibility, including requirements for captions, transcripts, sign language interpretation, and audio descriptions. Amber broke down essential ...
If you're committed to building an accessible WordPress website, choosing the right plugins is crucial. If the plugins added to your website aren’t designed with accessibility in mind, they can create significant barriers for users with disabilities, ...
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From the initial website design phase, accessibility must be prioritized to ensure everyone can navigate, understand, and interact with your website. When accessibility is considered early in the design process, it reduces costly fixes later and ...
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This four-part presentation covered (a) the federal and state laws that require (or maybe do not require) that business websites be accessible to those with disabilities, (b) what it means for a website to be accessible to those with disabilities, ...
Continue Reading about The Law of Accessible Websites and Applications: Richard Hunt
Modals are one of the most common components that cause accessibility problems on websites and software. WordPress plugins, cookie banners, and other third-party components, often include modals or popups that open automatically or with the click of ...
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Move beyond mere WCAG compliance to create genuinely accessible digital experiences. While WCAG provides an essential baseline, focusing solely on checklists can limit meaningful user impact. By understanding the diverse needs of individuals with ...
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When drafting a Request for Proposal (RFP), it's essential to define clear RFP accessibility requirements to ensure the final product ultimately meets Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). This article provides detailed boilerplate language ...
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Accessibility Checker version 1.21.0 corrected some of the underlying calculations displayed in Accessibility Checker Pro's full-site summary report and the Audit History table. This post outlines the changes that were made, the reasoning behind ...
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This blog post has an edgy title, WordPress Cookie Banner Accessibility Lies, but I honestly can't think of another succinct phrase that perfectly describes this post. The truth is, I'm frustrated by WordPress plugins and SaaSes that claim to be ...
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Having an accessible website is more than just compliance; it's about creating an inclusive space. Learning how to test website accessibility is the first step toward identifying barriers that prevent users from navigating and interacting with your ...
From creating persona-like character sheets to role-playing these characters during a project's planning, design, development, and testing phases, you will learn how to improve the user experience-based development and overall accessibility of your ...
When using our WordPress Accessibility Checker plugin, you may have encountered "Broken Skip or Anchor Link" errors. These errors are prevalent on Elementor websites due to unresolved bugs in the Hello Elementor theme. Luckily, this is easy to fix — ...
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If your agency is new to including accessibility in your website builds, you may be unsure how to price accessibility into new website design and dev projects. How do you set accessibility pricing that fits seamlessly and profitably into your website ...
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As we plan this year's roadmap for Accessibility Checker, I've been looking back through the accessibility audit reports we delivered last year to get ideas for additional automated checks that we can create in Accessibility Checker. Reviewing these ...
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Since the navigation menu is typically the first and most-used point of user interaction within a website, the menu must be accessible to all users – including those navigating the site through assistive technologies. This becomes even more important ...
As of 2024, more than 5.5 billion people rely on the web as an indispensable resource for communication, education, commerce, entertainment, and much more. However, millions around the world face barriers that hinder their web experience, preventing ...
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This is an interactive workshop to plan your accessibility goals and strategy for 2025. Amber showcased the process of creating an accessibility remediation roadmap, with recommendations for prioritizing fixes and creating a timeline. The talk ...
Continue Reading about Accessibility Strategy and Goal-Setting Workshop: Amber Hinds
A lack of financial foresight means accessibility oversight. In this presentation, Chris Hinds covered essential accessibility products and services that should be part of every budget. Gain insight into what typical costs are for accessibility ...
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When you run an accessibility audit on a website using Equalize Digital Accessibility Checker or perform a manual audit, the list of accessibility problems may feel overwhelming. Faced with a long list of issues, knowing where to begin with ...
