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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... read more »

The Access by Design Website Accessibility Audit Team: Krista (Superpower: Blind, Weapon: JAWs Screen Reader),  Mede (Superpower: Blind, Weapon: JAWs Screen Reader),  Iona (Superpower: Cannot use hands, Weapon: Dragon Dictation),  Sara (Superpower: Neurodivergent, Weapon: Dark Mode), Lleona (Superpower: Blind, Weapon: NVDA Screen Reader),

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... read more »

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Beware snake oil salesmen!

Website accessibility can seem a bit overwhelming, especially when you first start learning about it. You might be tempted... read more »

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Focus Trap

In my last post, I talked about Popups (Modals) and the importance of making sure that screen... read more »

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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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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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The European Accessibility Act: Why You Must Act Now

What is the EAA? The European Accessibility Act (EAA) introduces new rules that mirror the regulatory impact of GDPR, which... read more »