Common questions
- What is the WCAG 2.1 Level AA requirement for associations?
- The DOJ extended ADA Title II web accessibility requirements under WCAG 2.1 Level AA to April 26, 2027 for state and local government entities and many public-sector-adjacent organizations. This means websites must meet criteria for text contrast, keyboard navigation, screen reader compatibility, form labeling, and page structure.
- What does an automated accessibility audit cover?
- Automated audits scan for detectable WCAG violations including color contrast failures, missing image alt text, unlabeled form inputs, keyboard navigation issues, and missing page structure. Automated tools catch roughly 30 to 40 percent of WCAG issues. The remainder requires human assistive technology testing.
- Do I need a human accessibility review or is automated testing enough?
- For most organizations, automated testing with prioritized remediation is the right starting point. Human review with assistive technology testing is needed when the organization has a compliance deadline, faces legal exposure, or needs a formal WCAG audit letter for board or legal purposes.