Web Accessibility

Web accessibility means creating websites that everyone can use, no matter their abilities or limitations. That includes people who are blind or visually impaired, have limited mobility, rely on screen readers, or use voice navigation tools.

An accessible website ensures that every visitor—not just some—can easily navigate, read, and interact with your content.

How Websites Can Be More Accessible

Here are some ways to make a website more accessible:

• Structure layouts that are easy to navigate with screen readers.
• Choose colors with proper contrast ratios.
• Label buttons and images correctly for assistive technology.
• Ensure every interactive element works from a keyboard, not just a mouse.
• Make forms and menus usable on any device or browser.
• Without this kind of detail, your site could unknowingly exclude a portion of your audience—or even fail legal accessibility standards.

Accessibility Isn’t Just Ethical—It’s Strategic

What can an accessible website do for you?

• Legal Protection: Accessibility laws like the ADA and WCAG guidelines apply to many public-facing websites. A designer helps ensure your site meets compliance standards.
• Wider Audience Reach: Accessible websites work for everyone, including aging users and people using assistive tech.
• Better SEO: Search engines reward clean structure, proper headings, and alt text—all part of accessible design.
• Improved User Experience: When accessibility is built in, your site becomes easier to read, navigate, and use—for all visitors.
• Professional Credibility: A well-built accessible site shows that your business cares about inclusion and attention to detail.

Common Mistakes Some Sites Make

Here are some common mistakes many websites will often make:

• Poor color contrast or unreadable text.
• Missing alt text on images.
• Buttons or menus that don’t work via keyboard.
• Videos without captions.
• Incorrect heading order, confusing assistive tools.

How to Fix These Problems

• Audit your existing site for accessibility gaps.
• Design layouts that adapt naturally to different devices and assistive technologies.
• Use semantic HTML and ARIA labels where needed.
• Test your site using accessibility tools and screen readers.
• Balance clean design with compliance and usability.