Web Accessibility and Inclusive Design

Web Accessibility and Inclusive Design Web accessibility means making a site usable by people with different abilities and devices. Inclusive design starts early and affects content, structure, and interactions. When a page is accessible, it helps all users—often by making it faster, clearer, and easier to navigate. Key ideas include semantic HTML, text alternatives, and keyboard-friendly navigation. Screen readers, switch devices, and touchscreens rely on well-structured markup and predictable focus order. ...

September 22, 2025 · 2 min · 365 words

Digital Accessibility Standards and Guidelines

Digital Accessibility Standards and Guidelines Digital accessibility means that everyone can perceive, understand, navigate, and interact with digital content. It helps people with disabilities, but it also benefits older users, people on mobile devices, and those with slower connections. When content is accessible, more people can access your ideas and services, which broadens your reach and reduces friction. Several standards guide accessibility. The most used is WCAG, the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. They group rules into four principles: Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, and Robust (POUR). Many countries also have laws, like Section 508 in the US or EN 301-549 in Europe. Conformance levels are A, AA, or AAA. Following WCAG helps you reach a wide audience and makes compliance easier across sites and apps. ...

September 21, 2025 · 2 min · 406 words