Now more than ever, it is important to make the internet a safe and accessible place for everyone. According to research conducted by The Internet Society Accessibility Special Interest Group, there are more than 1.3 billion people around the world (around 15% of the global population) living with a disability.   Out of the over 200 million active websites worldwide, it is unclear how many are not accessible to all users. However, the United Nations approximates that 61 per cent of government websites are not accessible.  This has to change, and one way businesses and indiv ..read more

Have you ever tried navigating a website using the keyboard and found yourself lost, unable to reach certain elements, or jumping around the page in a seemingly random order? It’s a frustrating experience, isn’t it?  This issue highlights the importance of a well-organised tab order on a website, not just for sighted users who prefer to use the keyboard but also for individuals relying on assistive technologies to browse the internet. The solution lies in a powerful yet often misunderstood HTML attribute: tabindex. In this article, we’ll guide you through the dos and don’ts of empl ..read more

In web development, tables are essential for structuring data and content. They offer a clear and organised way to present information, making data easy to process and understand.  However, tables without proper structure can introduce significant accessibility challenges and become difficult for users who use assistive technologies.  In this article, we’ll shed light on essential guidelines for creating an accessible table design. By the end, you’ll be equipped with strategies to make layout tables accessible to all internet users, providing a seamless interactive experience fo ..read more

Are you looking to optimise your website’s font size for accessibility?  This includes selecting font sizes that meet international accessibility standards and crafting an overall better user experience. By mindfully choosing font sizes, you significantly elevate the user experience on your website for all users, including those with visual and cognitive disabilities.  To make this process easier, the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) offer website owners a clear path on how to optimise font sizes for accessibility.  In this article, we’ll explore the importance ..read more

Accessible design is crucial, not only for compliance with legal standards but also for ethical and business reasons. It ensures your website is usable by everyone, including:  Those with visual impairments, hearing loss, motor difficulties, and cognitive disorders.  People facing situational challenges, such as trying to navigate your site in a noisy environment, under bright sunlight, or with a temporary injury like a broken arm.  To help these people use your website, you need accessible User Experience (UX) design.  This guide presents a checklist to make your ..read more

Have you ever stopped to wonder how accessible your online content truly is? We rely on the internet for education, employment, commerce, and social connectivity. That’s why ensuring that everyone – regardless of disability or impairment – can interact easily with web content is not just important; it’s necessary. However, despite its critical importance, accessibility is often overlooked, creating barriers instead of bridges for millions of users worldwide. In this article, we’ll delve into seven crucial accessibility considerations and how to implement them to enhance your web presence ..read more

As a website owner, how often do you think about how your website is perceived and used by people who are blind or have other visual disabilities?  For sighted people, it’s often easy to overlook how the visually impaired navigate the internet, but understanding their experience is fundamental to fostering an inclusive web environment.  This article goes into the unique challenges that users who are blind or visually impaired face when accessing websites. By the end of this guide, you’ll not only gain a deeper understanding of the needs of visually impaired users but also feel ..read more

Have you ever encountered the terms WCAG, Section 508, or ADA and wondered what they mean? When it comes to web accessibility, these regulations and guidelines are used to make sure websites and digital content are accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. In this guide, we will decode these terms and explore their significance in creating an inclusive online experience for everyone.  Introduction to WCAG, Section 508, and ADA With over 5.35 billion people using the internet, it is no wonder more and more organisations and companies are trying to make it a more inc ..read more

Have you ever stopped to consider how the colours on your website appear to someone who is colour-blind? Colour blindness, or Colour Vision Deficiency (CVD), affects a significant portion of the population, with estimates suggesting that it impacts approximately 1 in 12 men and 1 in 200 women globally. This condition can dramatically alter the way users perceive and interact with websites.  Colours that are clear and distinct to those with typical vision might blend together or become indistinguishable for someone with CVD, making navigation, understanding content, and performing tas ..read more

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) were created by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) to make sure websites are easy for everyone to use, including those with disabilities. The WCAG covers a broad spectrum of potential accessibility concerns, like adding text descriptions to pictures and making sure people can use a website using only a keyboard. There are four main principles to think about to make sure a website works for everyone, and they follow the acronym POUR: Perceivability. Operable. Understandable. Robust. But why does this matter? Following the WCAG makes webs ..read more