Comprehending the Value of Web Accessibility

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Feb 9, 2023, 7:59:01 AM2/9/23

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The needs of the site's visitors are taken into consideration throughout the development of every company's online presence. However, this does not always translate into adjustments being done to accommodate those with disabilities.

The modern goal of civil rights legislation is to ensure that everyone has equal access to the internet. According to a 2018 ruling from the Department of Justice, websites are considered public accommodations and are thus required to meet the standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the primary federal statute protecting the rights of individuals with disabilities in the United States.

While it's true that a non-compliant website can cause serious problems for a business, there's more to web accessibility than just following the rules. In the end, it's the morally correct thing to do. If you truly care about meeting the requirements of your audience, you will actively work towards a more diverse and inclusive experience for everyone. Avoid alienating a large chunk of your target audience by include people with disabilities.

We can help you learn the ropes of online accessibility and the related laws and norms if you aren't already well-versed in the subject.

A definition of Web Accessibility

Examples of common accessibility include ramps at the entrances and exits of buildings and closed captions for the hearing impaired at the movies. Sites that are accessible to people with impairments are also accessible on the web. It should be completely hassle-free for them to grasp the content, engage with other users, browse, and add to your website. More than that, accessibility should be considered from the start of the web design and development process and not as an afterthought.

Measures to make websites more accessible include a few examples:

Increased contrast in online text
Internet sites that may be used without a mouse
Markup and alternate text that assistive technology can read
Adjustable font size for the visually impaired

Web Accessibility Laws and Regulations: A Primer

It's easy to get confused by the plethora of accessibility-related phrases and acronyms that are frequently used interchangeably. There is a great deal more to web accessibility than we've covered here, but the following are the three most crucial aspects of web accessibility compliance to master.

ADA Section 3

Discrimination on the basis of a person's ability or handicap is illegal under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Businesses' treatment of consumers is influenced by Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

WCAG 2.1

The lack of a legal mandate for how to make a website accessible to people with disabilities is the biggest hurdle to achieving ADA compliance. The Department of Justice has not issued any mandatory guidelines. The WCAG, on the other hand, are constantly brought up as a standard for making web content accessible. That's been taken by many to suggest that the best approach to meet ADA requirements is to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1.

Article 508

The Rehabilitation Act was updated with Section 508 in 1998. (not to be confused with the ADA). Both the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 508 are intended to ensure that people with disabilities have equal access to public accommodations, while Section 508 establishes specific guidelines for government agencies and any group that receives federal funds. Contrary to Section 508, the ADA applies to everyone of the private sector.

For federally sponsored entities, WCAG 2.0 is the accessibility rule that must be followed.

An Overview of How Zealth Can Make Your Website More User-Friendly

Our web development team is dedicated to creating solutions that are constructed in accordance with the principles established in WCAG 2.1, however we cannot guarantee that your website will be legally compliant. This involves doing pre-launch assessments of your website using third-party software to identify any major flaws.

Here is a quick rundown of the resources and services we offer to our clients to assist them make web accessibility a top priority:

Zealth's scanning tools and remediation services include the use of programmes like SortSite(opens in a new window) and CrownPeak(opens in a new window) to analyse our clients' websites for accessibility problems and produce detailed reports of our findings. Together with our clients, we go over the reports to establish which issues are most pressing and how much time and money will be needed to fix them.
As an accessibility application, we've partnered with accessiBe (opens in a new window). Together, accessiBe's two apps ensure conformity. Adjustments to the user interface and design are handled by the accessibility interface, while optimization for screen readers and keyboard navigation are handled by an AI-powered background process. Informed by WCAG, it's a practical resource for fixing accessibility problems in a hurry.
Unfortunately, automated scans do not give a whole picture of a site's accessibility, which is why live user testing and remediation services are necessary. Testing your site with real people is the most reliable technique to make sure it complies with WCAG standards. On our clients' behalf, we coordinate this testing with Accessible360(opens in a new window) (A360).

For online accessibility to remain stable, it must be constantly monitored, just like everything else in the modern digital world. Since most websites have content that is updated or added on a regular basis, you can't just set it and forget it. Partner who can assist with routine maintenance is essential.

If your company is serious about making the web accessible to all of its customers, then you should get in touch with Zealth right away.

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