Accessible Web Design And Online Accessibility Testing

At Access by Design, we create accessible web design and offer comprehensive online accessibility testing. Every website we build is crafted with inclusion in mind, tested by disabled users, and aligned with WCAG standards from the start.

Accessible Web Design Services That Deliver Results

We provide a complete range of services, from inclusive website layout and development to robust WordPress builds and eCommerce solutions. Every website is tested for performance, usability, and accessibility. Our work helps businesses succeed in search results and provide a better experience for everyone.

Accessible Web Design You Can Trust

Our process for creating accessible web design goes beyond automated scans. We use disabled testers, real assistive technology, and manual checks to identify the issues that matter. If your site is difficult to use for someone with a disability, it will also struggle to perform well in search engines or meet legal requirements.

Testing includes:

Keyboard navigation
Screen reader compatibility
Colour contrast checks
PDF accessibility
Mobile and responsive layouts
Clear content structure

We will also help you create a valid accessibility statement and provide a roadmap for long-term improvement.

Online Accessibility Testing That Goes Deeper

Our online accessibility testing uses real-world scenarios, tested by disabled users using assistive technologies. This helps uncover barriers that automated tools often miss. From screen reader errors to keyboard traps, we identify the gaps and help you fix them properly.

Accessible Web Design For WCAG Compliance

Creating accessible web design is not only best practice, it is increasingly required by law. WCAG 2.2 outlines the global standard for digital accessibility, and we build every website to meet or exceed those guidelines. We help you understand what compliance means and how to reach it in a practical, manageable way.

Our approach does not rely on plugins or overlays. We design accessibility into the fabric of your website from the start, ensuring that your site is readable, navigable, and functional for everyone.

Why Online Accessibility Testing Is Essential For Your Website

Many businesses assume that their website is accessible because it passes a basic scan. In reality, online accessibility testing done by real people exposes deeper usability problems. A screen reader user may find your navigation confusing. A keyboard user might get stuck in a menu loop. These are not technical bugs — they are barriers that exclude people.

By identifying these issues, we help you avoid complaints, improve user experience, and reduce legal exposure.

WordPress, WooCommerce, Bespoke Builds, Accessible Web Design

We specialise in:

Custom WordPress themes with accessible code
WooCommerce for eCommerce that is easy to use and compliant
Ongoing support and updates
Clean, secure builds that avoid bloated plugins
Flexible layouts tailored to your content and audience

Everything is tested using our accessible web design process, so you know it works — not just in theory, but in practice.

Online Accessibility Testing As A Legal Safeguard

In the UK and across the EU, laws are changing. The European Accessibility Act and the Public Sector Bodies Accessibility Regulations require websites to be accessible to users with disabilities. If your site is not compliant, you may be at risk of legal action or regulatory enforcement.

Online accessibility testing provides clear evidence that your organisation takes inclusion seriously. Our tests are conducted by disabled people using the same technology your visitors rely on. This level of validation strengthens your compliance and shows real commitment to accessibility.

What Sets Our Accessible Web Design Apart

We do not use overlays or shortcuts.

We test properly.

We include disabled people in our team.

We care about getting it right.

That is why organisations come to us for accessible web design — because it matters. We bring together great design, strong development, and a commitment to inclusion that runs through everything we do.