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Can ADA Web Accessibility “Testers” Sue?
As a website owner, you’ve likely heard about web accessibility and the implications of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on your digital space. Web accessibility is an integral part of the digital world, aiming to ensure that everyone, including individuals with disabilities, can access and use web content effectively. In recent years, there has […]
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The Financial Benefits of Digital Accessibility
When we consider the landscape of digital accessibility, many business leaders and web professionals grapple with the notion of cost. The perception of digital accessibility as a high-expense venture has led to a staggering reality: a mere 3% of the internet is accessible to people with disabilities. This statistic is all the more alarming given […]
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Understanding Image Alt Text Descriptions
Even though digital transformation is progressing rapidly, many online businesses still lag behind in making their websites accessible to people with disabilities. This is partly due to a lack of awareness or technical knowledge of different accessibility issues and how to solve them. In this article, we will cover one of the most common accessibility […]
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Understanding WCAG for Better Digital Compliance
The World Wide Web is an interconnected network of knowledge accessible to anyone with an internet connection. However, the term ‘anyone’ isn’t always accurate. Some individuals, particularly those with disabilities, may find it challenging to access information and services online. Fortunately, the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) are here to change this. WCAG can help […]
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AI for ADA Web Remediation: Is It the Right Choice?
The web, a vast and sprawling network of information, has become a fundamental part of our lives. From education to work, communication to commerce, it shapes how we interact and learn. However, it’s not always as accessible as it should be for everyone. Web accessibility is a pivotal matter that guarantees everyone, including people with […]
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What is Manual Testing and Remediation?
Are you a website owner striving to make your site more accessible? If so, you’re already ahead of the curve, recognizing the critical role of web accessibility in our digital age. So far, you might have relied on automated tools for testing web accessibility. While these are useful, they have limitations. That’s where manual testing […]
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A Comprehensive Guide to ADA Web Compliance
As a business owner, you are likely aware that the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law mandating inclusion for people with disabilities in all areas of public life. Did you know, however, that these protections also extend to websites? The number of website accessibility lawsuits has steadily risen — from 2,314 in […]
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What to Expect from WCAG 2.2
Are you an online business or website owner? If so, you must be aware of the critical changes in the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2! The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) is expected to release the latest version of WCAG in May 2023. So stay ahead of the curve and ensure your website remains […]
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What Are the Levels of WCAG Compliance?
When it comes to accessibility compliance, the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.0 is the most widely used standard worldwide. WCAG has set internationally shared standards for web content accessibility to meet the needs of individuals, organizations, and governments. Web Content applies to all content on a web page or application, including text, images, […]
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2022 ADA Web Accessibility Standards and Requirements
For most of us, it’s hard to imagine trying to navigate the world today without the web. We use it for almost everything: socializing, shopping, consuming media, research, the list goes on. However, the web is not accessible to all. Individuals with disabilities or impairments struggle to use the internet or are unable to. Unfortunately, […]
