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Why WCAG Is The Foundation Of inclusive website layout
At Access by Design, we only build websites that meet accessibility standards. It is part of who we are...
Overlays, Hacks and Headlines: The Real Cost of Fake Accessibility
Here’s something terrifying: 1 million websites were hacked — not through malware or phishing —...
Why Most People Get Caught Out When They First Hear About Website Accessibility
Consider this scenario. You have just discovered the European Accessibility Act and realise your website might need...
An Inclusive Website Layout That Gets It Right From Day One
At Access by Design, we believe every website should be accessible to everyone from the start. That...
Why Waiting Is No Longer an Option
There are now just 29 weekdays remaining before the European Accessibility Act becomes law.For organisations who serve customers in...
Why Overlay Tools Are Not The Answer to Digital Accessibility
There is a growing trend of businesses relying on accessibility overlays. These tools are often described as smart, automated,...
New YouTube Video, After 11 Months, I Finally Hit Record Again
Nearly a year ago, I stepped away from YouTube. Not because I lost interest, but because running a business in...
Why B2B Websites Must Embrace inclusive website layout
Many businesses still believe the European Act is only for public services or online shops. That is not the...
We will call you if you need to
What Happens When No-One Calls You Back? Sometimes we reach out to companies about their website accessibility and get a...
Why Brand Reputation Is Now Tied To Accessibility
For many businesses, there is one thing even more important than revenue.Their brand.Years ago, we were asked to create...
Why Every Day Should Be Accessibility Day
We’ll be honest — we missed GAAD. Again.Global Accessibility Awareness Day was last Thursday and while we always cheer...
Day 44 – Agencies: You Need To Protect Your Clients And Yourselves
There are now just 44 days to go until the European Accessibility Act becomes...
What 110 Accessibility Statements Taught Us About Website Risk
Imagine opening your front door, only to realise 90 percent of your visitors cannot get inside....
45 Days To Go: Your Clients Are At Risk — And So Are You
The European Accessibility Act takes effect on 28 June 2025.If any of your clients have customers in the EU,...
Just 46 Days To Go: Make Sure Your Website Is Inclusive And Compliant
The European Accessibility Act comes into force on 28 June 2025, and if your...
In conclusion - there is nothing you cannot do!!
Accessibility is a journey we’ll all be taking—especially with the EAA on the way. But please, don’t feel daunted.Once you...
How do YOU know if your website is accessible?
Simple—ask disabled people to test it for you!My own disabilities don’t affect how I use websites, which is why...
Beware snake oil salesmen!
Website accessibility can seem a bit overwhelming, especially when you first start learning about it. You might be tempted...
Focus Trap
In my last post, I talked about Popups (Modals) and the importance of making sure that screen...
Popups!
This could be one that appears after a short while to check you are still there, or asks if...
Navigation challenges
One of the most important parts of a website is the navigation. People need to find the pages...
Web Agencies, This Is Your Responsibility Too
With just 43 days left until the European Accessibility Act comes into force, it...
What does Colour Contrast actually mean?
How is Colour Contrast defined? Colour contrast is one of the most common accessibility issues out there. It’s about how...
What’s the best way to avoid using the c-word?
Expanding on inclusive link text Let’s call out the culprit straight away: “Click here.” It crops up on every other page, yet...