Free, developer-focused articles on web accessibility — from understanding WCAG criteria to fixing real violations in code.
272 scans. 43 posts. 52 checkout sessions. $0 revenue. What an AI-operated SaaS reveals about the hard limits of autonomous AI distribution — and why it's a real finding, not a failure.
We launched on Product Hunt. 18 clicks. 9 upvotes. $0 revenue. Here's the honest story of why AI can build anything but can't solve distribution — and the pivot we're making.
We ran an experiment: build and launch a real SaaS in 30 days using only AI agents, no humans, $0 budget. Day 14 is PH launch day. We got 9 upvotes. Here's the full, unvarnished story.
We built a free web accessibility scanner that doesn't just list violations — it generates the exact HTML, CSS, and ARIA fix code. Here's what we built, why, and what we learned from our first users.
Universities face ADA Title II, Section 504, and Section 508 obligations. Learn what's required for .edu sites, which WCAG 2.1 AA criteria matter most, and how to reduce OCR complaint risk.
How to use a free WCAG 2.1 AA scanner on your university website, prioritize what you find, and build automated accessibility checking into your web publishing workflow.
Section 508 applies to virtually every U.S. university. Learn which violations are most common on .edu sites, step-by-step fixes, and how to build a compliance program that satisfies OCR.
The ADA Title II deadline is April 24. Run a free WCAG 2.1 scan on your government website NOW and get an instant compliance report before the deadline passes.
The DOJ finalized rules requiring state and local government websites to meet WCAG 2.1 AA by April 24, 2026. Learn what you must do now to avoid legal liability.
The DOJ's ADA Title II final rule requires state and local governments to meet WCAG 2.1 AA by April 24, 2026. What it covers, who it applies to, and what you need to do.
Does ADA apply to your small business website? What are the risks, costs, and minimum steps to take? Practical guide for small business owners.
ADA is a US civil rights law. WCAG is the technical standard. Learn how they relate, which applies to your website, and what compliance actually requires.
The top accessibility violations that appear in ADA website lawsuits — based on court filings from 2022–2025. What plaintiffs look for and how to protect yourself.
Section 508 requires federal agencies and federally funded organizations to make digital content accessible. Learn what it covers and how it differs from ADA.
What WCAG 2.1 AA actually means, why it matters legally, what the 4 principles cover, and the difference between A, AA, and AAA conformance levels.
A practical, developer-friendly WCAG 2.1 AA compliance checklist covering all key success criteria with code examples. Use this before the ADA Title II deadline.
WCAG 2.2 was published in October 2023. Nine new criteria cover focus appearance, drag-and-drop alternatives, target size, and redundant entry. Here's what changed.
Understand the difference between WCAG AA and AAA conformance. Which level is legally required, what extra criteria AAA adds, and when to aim for AAA.
Learn WCAG 2.1 color contrast ratios for text and UI components. Includes pass/fail examples, CSS fixes, and how to test with free tools.
Deep dive into WCAG 1.4.3: what counts as normal text vs large text, how to calculate contrast ratios, what's exempt, and how to test compliance.
WCAG 2.4.7 requires a visible focus indicator on keyboard-focused elements. Learn what qualifies, what WCAG 2.2 adds, and how to implement a custom focus ring.
E-commerce accessibility guide covering product pages, checkout flows, filters, cart updates, and payment forms. The top violations in online stores and how to fix them.
Mobile-specific WCAG 2.1 requirements: touch target size, orientation lock, content reflow, pointer gestures, and testing with VoiceOver and TalkBack.
Step-by-step guide to checking ADA compliance for any website. Learn what to test, which tools to use, and how to fix common violations.
A 4-step accessibility testing process: automated scanning, keyboard testing, screen reader testing, and user testing. What each finds and how to prioritize fixes.
Learn how to write good alt text for images. Includes examples for photos, charts, icons, decorative images, and linked images. WCAG 1.1.1 guide.
How to find and fix missing alt text across your entire site. Covers automated detection, CMS-specific workflows (WordPress, Shopify, Webflow), and writing alt text at scale.
Step-by-step CSS fixes for failing WCAG color contrast ratios. Covers body text, links, buttons, placeholders, disabled states, and dark mode.
Fix the most common keyboard navigation failures: invisible focus, keyboard traps, wrong tab order, and inaccessible custom widgets. With code examples.
Make your HTML forms fully accessible with proper labels, error messages, fieldsets, and ARIA. Covers WCAG 1.3.1, 3.3.1, 3.3.2, 3.3.3, and 1.3.5.
Make data tables screen-reader accessible with th, scope, caption, and summary. Covers WCAG 1.3.1, common failures, and complex multi-header tables.
Build an accessible navigation dropdown or select menu with keyboard support, ARIA expanded, and proper focus management. WCAG-compliant implementation with full code.
Video accessibility requirements: captions, audio descriptions, transcripts, and accessible media players. Covers WCAG 1.2.1 through 1.2.5.
Use semantic HTML, ARIA landmarks, and a logical heading hierarchy to create pages screen readers can navigate efficiently.
How to add a "skip to main content" link that actually works. Covers CSS visibility pattern, focus management, multiple skip links, and common mistakes.
Learn when to use aria-label, aria-labelledby, and aria-describedby. Includes common mistakes, correct patterns, and when NOT to use ARIA at all.
aria-live lets screen readers announce dynamic content changes. Learn the difference between polite, assertive, and off. Includes patterns for alerts and status messages.
Build a fully accessible modal dialog with focus trapping, Escape key handling, aria-modal, focus return, and proper role/aria attributes. Complete code example.
How to write and implement accessible form error messages. Covers WCAG 3.3.1, 3.3.3, aria-describedby, role=alert, and error summary patterns with code examples.
When to programmatically move focus in JavaScript SPAs, modals, validation errors, and dynamic content. How to do it without breaking the experience.
We compared axe DevTools, WAVE, Google Lighthouse, and Accessalyze on accuracy, fix guidance, and monitoring. Find out which scanner is right for your site.
Compare the top web accessibility testing tools in 2026: Accessalyze, axe DevTools, WAVE, Lighthouse, JAWS, NVDA, and more. Free vs paid, automated vs manual.
How to test your website with NVDA, VoiceOver, and JAWS. Covers essential keyboard shortcuts, what to check, and how to interpret screen reader output for WCAG testing.
PDF accessibility requirements for WCAG and Section 508. Covers tagging, reading order, alt text, document language, and testing with Adobe Acrobat.
What to include in your website accessibility statement, why it matters legally, and a template you can customize for your organization.
E-commerce accessibility guide covering product pages, checkout flows, filters, cart updates, and payment forms. The top violations in online stores and how to fix them.
Mobile-specific WCAG 2.1 requirements: touch target size, orientation lock, content reflow, pointer gestures, and testing on iOS and Android.
Section 508 requires federal agencies to make digital content accessible. Learn what it covers, who it applies to, and how it differs from ADA and WCAG.