WordPress Websites
WordPress Websites
WordPress is flexible and widely used, but not all WordPress websites meet accessibility standards. We build custom themes that pass any online accessibility checker — including wave accessibility — through expert coding, live testing, and more than 80 internal checks.
Why WordPress Works Best With Custom Code
WordPress powers over 40 percent of websites around the world. Its popularity comes from how easy it is to use, even for people without technical skills. Every WordPress site is built from four key components:
- Database: Stores the structure and content of the site.
- Template: Defines the visual layout and behaviour.
- Core Files: Let you log in and manage the site.
- Media: Images, videos, audio and downloads.
Most people, including web designers, do not build their own templates. They download premade themes from sites like Theme Forest or use tools like Beaver Builder. This is where problems begin — especially when it comes to accessibility.
Built to Pass Any Online Accessibility Checker
Premade templates often include bloated code, accessibility issues and outdated components. These can slow your site down, harm your SEO and fail on any online accessibility checker. If your site is not usable by everyone, search engines notice.
We have been building WordPress sites for over 15 years. We never buy templates — we code everything ourselves to ensure:
- Clean, efficient code
- Accessibility by design
- Minimal reliance on plugins
- Compliance with WCAG standards
Every site we launch goes through over 80 separate checks. Want to see how we test? Visit our manual user testing page.
Understanding Wave Accessibility Tools
The Wave accessibility checker is a popular tool that helps website owners spot issues like missing labels, colour contrast failures, and unstructured headings. It is a great starting point, but not the full picture.
Wave accessibility scans help surface surface-level problems. However, many barriers — such as keyboard traps or poor screen reader behaviour — can only be identified by real users. That is why we never stop at tools. We combine Wave with manual checks by our disabled testers.
For a broader view of how to test websites, read the W3C evaluation guide.
Security, Plugins and Wave Accessibility Risks
WordPress sometimes has a reputation for being insecure. The truth is, most problems come from third-party plugins and bloated templates. These can introduce vulnerabilities and create accessibility failures that show up in both user feedback and Wave accessibility tests.
Our websites use as few plugins as possible. We code to WCAG standards, test against every online accessibility checker, and host everything in a secure UK-based environment.
Online Accessibility Checker vs Real-World Testing
Automated tools have their place. An online accessibility checker can be useful for spotting technical issues, like empty alt tags or poor heading structure. Wave accessibility will flag key problems for correction.
But these tools cannot replace human experience. Our testers use screen readers, voice commands, and other assistive tech to uncover the real obstacles that software cannot detect. We believe the only way to guarantee accessibility is to involve disabled people in the testing process.
This is why every site we build is tested by our in-house team. It is not just about ticking boxes — it is about creating inclusive websites that work for everyone.
Custom WordPress Design With Full Accessibility
Our “Run Your Own Website” platform uses our own templates, built to strict standards. It means faster build times, better results, and fewer headaches for you. Every website is tested against online accessibility checker tools, reviewed manually, and tailored to your content needs.
We host all our sites in a secure UK-based environment. Our clients stay because they know we support them, long after launch. Sonia, our amazing account manager, ensures every client feels cared for and understood.
To learn how inclusive design shapes everything we do, visit our inclusive design process page.
We are proud to create WordPress websites properly, without compromise, every time.