Mitigate Risk with an ADA Compliant Plugin

Is My Website ADA Compliant?

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) mandates that all websites must be accessible to individuals with disabilities. As such, many businesses worry about whether or not their websites are ADA compliant. If you’d like to learn more about this topic and determine whether or not your site is ADA compliant, please continue reading.

How to Stay in Compliance with the WCAG

First of all, it’s important to note that businesses do get sued for having websites that are not accessible to persons with disabilities. Most lawsuits of this nature involve failure to comply with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). This ever-changing set of rules determines whether or not the content on your website is accessible to individuals with disabilities. There is a broad spectrum of accessibility when it comes to websites, which is why every business owner should consult with their legal counsel regarding their risk tolerance for website accessibility.

The simplest layer of protection for your website is to install an accessibility plug-in. This adds a toolbar to your site which follows a user’s activity and allows them to alter website content as needed to make it more accessible to them. This easy step to make your site accessible to those with disabilities greatly reduces the risk that you will face litigation for having a website that is not ADA compliant. Please note that you may need to make additional changes for your website to be in compliance with ADA guidelines, but this is always a great first step in the right direction.

Do You Need Advice on ADA Compliance?

At NorthWing Digital, we have a lot of experience with helping our clients keep their websites compliant with ADA guidelines. Get in touch with us today if you’d like help to determine if your website is ADA compliant.