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Accessibility-First Web Design (ADA & WCAG)

In todays digital world, accessibility is not just a compliance checkbox—it is a fundamental aspect of good design and smart business. An inaccessible website excludes millions of potential users and exposes your business to significant legal risks. Our Accessibility-First Web Design service ensures your website not only meets but exceeds ADA and WCAG 2.2 AA standards. We conduct thorough audits, perform expert remediation, validate with real assistive technologies, and provide comprehensive certification reports that demonstrate your commitment to inclusivity and protect your organization.

  • Comprehensive accessibility audits + prioritized remediation plans.

  • Compliance with WCAG 2.2 AA, ADA, and Section 508 (when applicable).

  • Assistive technology testing (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver).

  • Certification reports + training for ongoing accessibility governance.

What are the key outcomes?

  • Reduced legal risk from ADA and other compliance lawsuits.
  • Improved user experience for all visitors, including those with disabilities.
  • Expanded market reach to include the 1 in 4 adults with a disability.
  • Enhanced brand reputation as an inclusive and socially responsible organization.

Who It’s For

  • Enterprise and government organizations subject to ADA or Section 508 regulations.
  • E-commerce brands at risk of accessibility lawsuits.
  • Educational institutions and nonprofits seeking inclusive web experiences.
  • SaaS and product teams prioritizing usability and inclusivity.
  • Startups aiming to serve broader audiences and avoid costly retrofits later.

Problems We Solve

  • Non-compliance with ADA/WCAG standards leading to legal exposure.
  • Poor experiences for keyboard-only users, screen reader users, or users with low vision.
  • Color palettes and typography that fail contrast or readability standards.
  • Images and media without alt text, captions, or transcripts.
  • Developers without training on accessibility best practices.

Core Deliverables

Accessibility Audit
We begin with a detailed manual and automated audit to identify issues across your site.
  • Automated scans (axe, WAVE, Lighthouse).
  • Manual keyboard navigation review.
  • Screen reader testing (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver).
  • Color contrast and typography testing.
  • Audit report with prioritized remediation backlog.
Remediation & Implementation
We fix accessibility issues with precision and validate each change.
  • Alt text, ARIA labels, and semantic HTML updates.
  • Form accessibility fixes (labels, error messaging, focus states).
  • Keyboard trap and navigation fixes.
  • Heading structure improvements for logical hierarchy.
  • Media alternatives (captions, transcripts, audio descriptions).
Validation & Certification
After remediation, we validate and certify compliance.
  • Assistive technology testing on real devices.
  • Compliance validation against WCAG 2.2 AA checkpoints.
  • Accessibility statement template for your site.
  • Certification report for legal and stakeholder confidence.
Training & Governance
We empower your team to maintain accessibility long-term.
  • Developer and designer training sessions.
  • Accessibility design checklist for ongoing projects.
  • Testing SOPs integrated into QA workflow.
  • Quarterly accessibility review option.

Project Packages

Accessibility Audit

$2,000

2–3 weeks

Companies needing to identify compliance issues quickly.

  • Automated + manual audit (10–20 pages).
  • Screen reader + keyboard testing.
  • Contrast and typography analysis.
  • Prioritized remediation backlog.
  • Compliance risk summary.

Audit + Remediation

$5,000

6–8 weeks

Brands needing compliance fixes and validation.

  • All audit features.
  • Remediation of priority issues.
  • WCAG 2.2 AA compliance validation.
  • Accessibility statement for your site.
  • Certification report.

Ongoing Accessibility Program

Custom

Quarterly / Annually

Enterprises and public orgs needing long-term governance.

  • Audit + remediation (entire site or app).
  • Quarterly scans and reports.
  • Training workshops for dev/design staff.
  • Accessibility design and QA SOPs.
  • Dedicated accessibility support desk.

Our Process

  1. 1

    Initial Audit: Automated scans, manual testing, and assistive tech validation.

  2. 2

    Backlog & Prioritization: Identify high-risk issues, rank by severity and user impact.

  3. 3

    Remediation: Implement fixes in code, design, or CMS templates.

  4. 4

    Validation: Re-test fixes with tools and real users/assistive tech.

  5. 5

    Certification: Deliver accessibility report + statement.

  6. 6

    Governance: Train teams, provide ongoing support, and schedule quarterly reviews.

Tech Stack & Proof

Tech Stack

axe DevTools, WAVE, Lighthouse, NVDA / JAWS / VoiceOver, Color contrast analyzers, CMS platforms (Webflow, WordPress, Framer), GA4 + GSC for accessibility + performance monitoring

Proof Points

  • Reduced legal risk by bringing sites to WCAG 2.2 AA compliance.
  • Improved UX and conversions for all users, including mobile-first audiences.
  • Demonstrated inclusivity improves brand trust and reputation.
  • Accessibility fixes often improve SEO (e.g., better semantic HTML, alt text).

FAQs

Ready to make your site accessible, inclusive, and compliant? Schedule an Accessibility Audit today.

Let us help you build an inclusive digital experience that benefits everyone.

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