ADA Compliant Website Checklist
Welcome to the world of accessibility, where creating digital content that’s inclusive for everyone is not just a good idea — it’s the law. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) lays out guidelines to ensure that people with disabilities can navigate and engage with online content seamlessly. In this article, we’ll break down the ADA checklist into simple terms, focusing on four key principles: Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, Robust.
1. Perceivable (should make sense)
When you look at a website, the information and how things look should make sense to you. It’s like if something is there, you should be able to see it or understand it. Nothing should be hidden or confusing.
1.1 Text Alternatives:
Ensure everyone can understand your content, no matter how they prefer to experience it.
- Non-text Content:
Every picture or non-text item on your site should have a description. This helps in creating versions like large print, braille, speech, symbols, or simpler language. The description should serve the same purpose as the non-text content.
1.2 Time-based Media:
Ensure that your videos and audio have alternatives so everyone can access the content.
