Web Accessibility and WordPress: What, why and how

Published date
Jul 26, 2019
Read Time
2 min read

Erin Myers

Key Takeaways

  • Web accessibility is crucial for inclusivity. One in five people in the US have a disability, emphasizing the need for ADA-compliant websites to reach a wider audience.

  • Understanding GDPR’s impact on accessibility is essential. Privacy regulations like GDPR have implications for website accessibility, requiring businesses to align with both standards.

  • WordPress offers various plugins for enhancing accessibility. Plugins like Form Maker and WP Accessibility can aid in making websites more user-friendly for all visitors.

  • Explore tools like Elementor and Chrome DevTools for accessibility optimization. Leveraging front-end and development tools can streamline the process of ensuring website accessibility.

The spirit of open source is to democratize the web for everyone, but, according to the World Wide Web Consortium, one in five people in the United States have a disability. Multiply that globally, and you have a large community of people that may not be able to see your content and/or do business with you if your site is not built with accessibility in mind. 

In this informative webinar, hear from the experts at digital agency Americaneagle.com, who will walk you through what it takes to make your site ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliant, including what to consider and how to tackle plugins/resources to help you get there.

Experience Level: Beginner, Intermediate

Duration: 1 hour, 5 minutes (including Q&A)

In this session, you’ll learn:

  • What website accessibility means
  • Why accessibility is important from a business perspective
  • Steps for tackling accessibility on your website; what to look for, and how to implement
  • How GDPR and privacy regulations impact accessibility
  • WordPress plugins, tools and other resources

Resources

Plugins

Front-End Tools

Development Tools


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