Web Accessibility Resources
Free tools, guides, and curated resources to help you understand and fix website accessibility issues.
Our Free Tools & Guides
Free Accessibility Scanner
Scan any website for common WCAG 2.1 Level AA violations in seconds. Get an instant report showing issues with alt text, color contrast, form labels, keyboard navigation, and more.
- •Instant results - no signup required
- •Tests against WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards
- •Identifies specific violations with explanations
- •Perfect for initial audits before remediation
DIY Accessibility Fixes
Not every accessibility issue requires a developer. Learn which common violations you can fix yourself if you're comfortable with a CMS like WordPress, Shopify, or Squarespace.
- •Honest breakdown of what's DIY-friendly
- •Clear instructions for content-level fixes
- •Know when you actually need a developer
- •Save money on simple fixes you can handle
Accessibility Glossary
Confused by terms like ARIA, WCAG, alt text, or screen readers? Our comprehensive glossary explains every accessibility term you'll encounter, with links to detailed guides.
- •Clear definitions of 30+ key terms
- •Organized by category for easy browsing
- •Links to detailed implementation guides
- •Perfect reference for learning accessibility
Common Violations Explained
Detailed guides covering the most common WCAG violations: missing alt text, color contrast problems, keyboard navigation issues, empty links, form labels, video captions, and more.
- •Real-world examples of each violation
- •Why each issue matters legally and practically
- •Step-by-step remediation instructions
- •WCAG success criteria references
Essential External Resources
NVDA Screen Reader (Free Download)
NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access) is a free, open-source screen reader for Windows. If you're testing your website's accessibility or want to understand how blind users experience the web, NVDA is the easiest way to get started. It's the tool many developers use for accessibility testing because it's free and highly capable.
Why it´s useful: Download and test your own website to hear what screen reader users experience. This is the best way to catch issues automated scanners miss.
W3C Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI)
The W3C's Web Accessibility Initiative is the official source for WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines). This is where the international standards come from. The site includes comprehensive documentation, tutorials, and the full WCAG 2.1 specification.
Why it´s useful: If you need to understand the technical details behind any WCAG success criterion, this is the authoritative source. Perfect for developers implementing specific fixes.
ADA.gov - Americans with Disabilities Act
The official U.S. Department of Justice website for the Americans with Disabilities Act. While the ADA doesn't specify exact technical requirements for websites, courts increasingly reference WCAG 2.1 Level AA as the compliance standard. This site provides legal context and official guidance.
Why it´s useful: Understand the legal landscape around web accessibility in the United States. Essential reading if you've received a legal demand letter.
Recommended Learning Path
Start with the free scanner to identify what´s actually wrong with your site. No point learning everything if you only have 5 specific issues.
Check the DIY guide to see if you can fix some issues yourself. Many content-level fixes don´t require a developer.
Read violation-specific guides in our Web Accessibility Explained section to understand exactly what needs fixing and why.
Use the glossary when you encounter unfamiliar terms. Accessibility has its own vocabulary - understanding it helps everything click.
Download NVDA and test your site with a screen reader. This reveals issues automated scanners can´t catch.
Need Professional Help?
These resources help you understand accessibility, but if you need violations fixed professionally - quickly and affordably - we can help.