Why Accessibility Matters
Accessibility ensures that everyone, including people with disabilities, can use your website effectively.
WCAG Guidelines
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) provide standards for accessible web content:
Perceivable
- Provide text alternatives for images
- Captions for video content
- Sufficient color contrast
Operable
- Keyboard navigation support
- Sufficient time to read content
- No seizure-triggering content
Understandable
- Readable and predictable content
- Input assistance for forms
Robust
- Compatible with assistive technologies
- Valid HTML markup
Color Contrast
Ensure sufficient contrast between text and background:
- Normal text: 4.5:1 ratio minimum
- Large text: 3:1 ratio minimum
- Use tools to verify contrast
Keyboard Navigation
Support users who navigate without a mouse:
- Logical tab order
- Visible focus indicators
- Skip navigation links
Screen Reader Support
Make your content accessible to screen readers:
- Semantic HTML elements
- ARIA labels when needed
- Descriptive link text
Conclusion
Accessible design benefits everyone. Start with semantic HTML, proper contrast, and keyboard support.
