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Popups!

This could be one that appears after a short while to check you are still there, or asks if... read more »

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Navigation challenges

One of the most important parts of a website is the navigation. People need to find the pages... read more »

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Web Agencies, This Is Your Responsibility Too

With just 43 days left until the European Accessibility Act comes into force, it... read more »

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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... read more »

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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... read more »

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How do YOU pronounce WCAG?

Expanding on accessibility guidelinesWhen it comes to web accessibility, our own “building regulations” are the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines—the set of international standards... read more »

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Some inaccessibility stats

Despite decades of effort, inaccessibility remains the default experience for most disabled users online. According to the 2024 WebAIM... read more »

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What is an alt tag and how should I use it?

Alt text in a nutshell Alt text (often mis‑labelled an “alt tag”) is the little string you drop into an image’s alt=""... read more »

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3 reasons why digital accessibility is important

Reason 1 - Legal There are guidelines you are legally required to follow if you are in... read more »

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What is digital accessibility?

22In essence, anything delivered through a web browser—be it a public‑facing site, a secure staff portal, an e‑learning environment... read more »