Did you know that not all accessibility laws reference the same version of WCAG? I didn’t either, and honestly, it used to confuse me quite a bit. But then one day, I thought, “Why not make my life a little easier?” So, I decided to create a simple table to bring clarity, and now I…
Okay, quick question: Have you ever tried opening a peanut butter jar with one hand? Yeah, not fun. That’s kind of what using the internet felt like for people with disabilities in the early days. Frustrating. Exclusionary. And honestly, unnecessary. But don’t worry—this story isn’t all doom and dial-up tones. Digital accessibility has evolved over…
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law on July 26, 1990. Initially, the ADA primarily focused on physical spaces, ensuring accessibility in public buildings, transportation, and other infrastructure. However, as technology evolved, websites, mobile applications, and other digital assets began to be recognized as places of public accommodation, especially under ADA Title…
The world of digital accessibility is full of myths, misconceptions, and downright ridiculous stereotypes. If you work in this space, you’ve probably heard these before. If not, brace yourself—because reality is wilder than fiction. 1. “Blind People Don’t Use the Internet” “Why do we need to make our site accessible? Blind people don’t use websites!”…
At DigitalA11Y, the cost of each web accessibility audit ranges from $1,500 to $5,000 USD. Several factors influence the pricing, and we take a deep dive into these factors to provide a clear understanding of accessibility audit costs. How Much Does an ADA Website Compliance Audit Cost? Most of our potential customers who fill out…
Digital accessibility. It’s the buzzword we all nod along to, the checkbox we’re supposed to tick. But let’s be honest, how many of us are really getting it right? Here are 10 brutal truths about digital accessibility practices that might sting a little: 1. “Accessibility First” is Rarely First We often bolt accessibility on as…
