What do you mean by web accessibility services?

 What is web accessibility services? 

It is a specialized activity wherein exclusive services about web accessibility are provided.  Website accessibility is a specific approach wherein websites are developed in such a way that they can be used by all users, including disabled users. To make sure that a website or web application is being built as per web accessibility best practices, a site needs to be created that complies with design and development guidelines. 

This in turn ensures that all users can access the website or web application easily and effectively, regardless of whether they are disabled or not. It is about providing a wonderful online experience through the combination of assistive technologies and tools. 

 

The strategic importance of web accessibility: 

Web accessibility ensures people with disabilities should also be given equal opportunity to access the website or web applications easily and effectively. There are also specific technologies available that can help in developing a website by removing accessibility-related barriers. These technologies when applied ensure that everyone, regardless of mental or physical capabilities, age, etc. can use and navigate websites effectively.  

Every aspect of website development is touched by accessibility, as it is a component of development and design. It overlaps the aspects of SEO, usability, multi-modal interaction, device independence, mobile-friendly designs, etc. Accessibility websites can demonstrate corporate social responsibility (CSR), increased audience reach, reduced maintenance costs, better search results, etc. 

 

Following are the three levels of conformance that come under web accessibility standards: 

1. Level A: Minimum degree of accessibility and basic requirements of accessibility features are covered in this level. To ensure a fully accessible website, the website owner should conform to this level. 

 

2. Level AA: Some of the most common barriers related to disabled people are addressed at this level. This level of conformance is required for a majority of websites, as it makes sure that the biggest accessibility barriers are removed accordingly.  

 

3. Level AAA: This is the highest level of conformity and may not be required by most of the websites.