Website accessibility—often referred to as A11y—is about ensuring every visitor can use your site, including those with disabilities. But accessibility isn’t only about compliance. It improves usability for everyone, strengthens SEO signals, and builds trust across your audience.
If your website hasn’t had an accessibility audit yet, now is the time.
Why Accessibility Matters
A fully accessible website benefits your business in three major ways:
1. Legal & Compliance Requirements
Depending on your business or location, you may be required to meet WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines). An accessibility audit helps prevent violations before they become expensive.
2. Improvements for All Users
Keyboard navigation, clear buttons, readable fonts, and color-contrast improvements create a smoother experience for every visitor.
3. SEO Boosts
Google rewards good user experience.
Accessible sites often see:
- Lower bounce rates
- Better engagement
- Higher search visibility
Accessibility and SEO now go hand-in-hand.
Basic Steps in an Accessibility Audit
1. Contrast Testing
Buttons, text, and backgrounds need proper contrast so users with visual impairments can read them. Tools like WebAIM’s Contrast Checker make this simple.
2. Keyboard Navigation
Every button, menu, and form field should be usable with only the keyboard. If tabbing around your site is confusing, you have accessibility issues.
3. Alt Text for Images
Screen readers rely on alt text to describe images. If your site uses a lot of decorative or blank images, it may be hiding valuable context from users.
4. Clear, Descriptive Links
“Learn More” isn’t enough. Accessibility requires links that explain what they lead to.
Final Thoughts
Accessibility isn’t optional—it’s essential. A proper audit uncovers hidden barriers and ensures your website works for everyone.
Need help getting started?
Cup O Code provides thorough accessibility reviews to prepare your site for both compliance and better user experience.
