Website Accessibility Checklist (WCAG) | Free Interactive Checklist

Make your website accessible to all users. Follow WCAG guidelines to ensure your site works for people with disabilities and avoid legal issues.

Visual & Content

Ensure content is perceivable by all users.

Add alt text to all meaningful images
Ensure color contrast ratio is at least 4.5:1 for text Tip: Use We.Inc's Color Contrast Checker tool to verify
Don't use color alone to convey information
Provide captions for all video content
Use readable font sizes (minimum 16px body text)
Ensure text can be resized to 200% without breaking layout

Navigation & Interaction

Make your site navigable for all users.

Ensure all interactive elements are keyboard accessible (Tab, Enter, Space)
Add visible focus indicators for keyboard navigation
Provide skip navigation link at the top of each page
Ensure logical heading hierarchy (H1 → H2 → H3)
Use descriptive link text (avoid "click here")
Ensure dropdown menus are keyboard accessible

Forms & Inputs

Make forms usable for all users.

Associate labels with all form inputs
Provide clear error messages that identify the problem
Don't rely solely on placeholder text for instructions
Group related form fields with fieldset/legend
Ensure form validation messages are announced by screen readers

Technical & Testing

Technical checks and testing procedures.

Add ARIA landmarks to major page sections (header, nav, main, footer)
Set the lang attribute on the HTML element
Test with a screen reader (VoiceOver, NVDA, or JAWS)
Run automated accessibility tests (axe, WAVE, Lighthouse)
Ensure no content flashes more than 3 times per second
Test with keyboard-only navigation (no mouse)

Frequently asked questions

Is website accessibility legally required?

In many jurisdictions, yes. The ADA (US), AODA (Canada), and EAA (EU) require websites to be accessible. The number of accessibility lawsuits has increased significantly. Beyond legal requirements, it's the right thing to do.

What level of WCAG compliance should I aim for?

WCAG Level AA is the standard most businesses should target. It covers essential accessibility requirements without being overly restrictive. Level A is the minimum, while Level AAA is the gold standard.

How do I test my website for accessibility?

Use automated tools (axe, WAVE, Google Lighthouse) for quick audits, then test manually with keyboard navigation and a screen reader. Automated tools catch about 30% of issues; manual testing is essential.

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