Accessibility

Accessibility in web design means building websites that everyone can use—including people with disabilities. This includes visual, auditory, motor, and cognitive impairments. Good accessibility benefits all users (think: clear navigation, readable text, keyboard-friendly forms), but it also ensures your site meets legal standards and performs better in search rankings.

In many regions (including the U.S.), public-facing websites are expected to follow standards like to ensure digital content is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust. In the U.S., we follow:

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to public-facing websites, especially for businesses and institutions.

Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act requires federal agencies and contractors to make electronic content accessible.

Accessible design is also SEO-friendly! Search engines love structured, readable content, fast load times, and mobile-friendly layouts.