Building accessibility in from the start
Why accessible sites are better sites — and what we do about it on every project.
Accessibility is a requirement, not an extra
Accessible websites allow people with vision, hearing, physical, and cognitive disabilities to use your content and functions. WCAG organizes this around content that is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust, with Level AA as a common target.
What we build in on every project
- A logical heading structure
- Descriptive alternative text for meaningful images
- Keyboard-usable navigation and controls with visible focus
- Sufficient color contrast — meaning is never conveyed by color alone
- Clear labels on every form field, with forgiving validation
- An accessibility statement and a way to report a barrier
It is ongoing work
Automated testing catches some barriers, but accessibility also requires structured content, keyboard testing, and a process for responding to users. We treat it as continuing work, not a one-time pass.
This guide is provided for general information and is not legal, tax, or compliance advice. Specific requirements depend on your organization and jurisdiction.
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