There’s no shortage of accessibility tools, certifications, and “quick fixes” on the market. Run a scan, get a report, check the box. But accessibility isn’t a checkbox. It’s a civil right tied to real human experience. When audits are treated as technical exercises instead of operational systems, they fail, quietly at first, and expensively later.
No. Yes, the answer is a bit more complicated than that, but the simple truth is: relying solely on a plugin will not make your website ADA compliant. Why Plugins Alone Don’t WorkIt’s tempting to think there’s a quick fix for making your website ADA-compliant. After all, many plugins advertise themselves as “set it and forget it” solutions to accessibility concerns. However, true compliance isn’t something that can be achieved with a single tool. ADA
Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is necessary, but small businesses struggling to fund digital accessibility improvements may be eligible for assistance through the IRS Disabled Access Credit. What is the Disabled Access Credit? The Disabled Access Credit is a tax incentive designed to encourage businesses to comply with Title III of the ADA, which covers public accommodations, including both physical spaces and websites. Eligible small businesses can receive a credit covering 50%
When creating a new website, you should think about making your site accessible – more information can be found here on the website. But something that’s vital is an accessibility statement. Not only does this protect you from legal consequences, but it also provides guidance for anyone having issues with your website. A website accessibility statement should clearly convey your commitment to making your website accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. To achieve
Over the last year, there have been numerous lawsuits regarding lack of accessibility of websites. In working with my clients, it’s apparent that this is an evolving area that will become more and more necessary for business owners as well as public entities like government and educational institutions to address. According to an article in “The Economist”, the early guidelines were just that websites should create “effective communication” but the actual rules of what that
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