Electronic accessibility (also known as digital accessibility) ensures that electronic and information technologies are usable by people with disabilities. This includes websites, mobile applications, software, documents, multimedia, and IoT devices. Electronic accessibility is mandated by laws like the ADA, Section 508, and international standards like WCAG 2.1.
Websites and web applications
iOS and Android applications
Desktop applications and software
Connected devices and interfaces
Based on WCAG guidelines, all electronic content must be:
Information must be presentable in ways users can perceive
Examples:
Interface components must be operable by all users
Examples:
Information and UI operation must be understandable
Examples:
Content must work with current and future assistive technologies
Examples:
Convert text and UI elements to speech or braille
Common tools:
Control devices through voice commands
Common tools:
Specialized keyboards and pointing devices
Common tools:
Enlarge screen content for users with low vision
Common tools:
Assess your current electronic and digital assets for accessibility compliance.
Develop a comprehensive strategy for achieving electronic accessibility.
Deploy accessibility solutions and maintain ongoing compliance.