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Did you know that 15% of the global population has some form of disability? Yet, many digital products are still not designed with accessibility in mind. A great way to start is by following the POUR principles: Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, and Robust. Implementing these principles in your design and development process ensures equitable digital access for all, including users who are blind, deaf, or have cognitive disabilities. For instance, making sure your site can be navigated with just a keyboard can significantly help users with mobility impairments. Why Accessibility Matters: 1️⃣ Reach More People: Accessible websites welcome everyone. 2️⃣ Boost Your SEO: Search engines rank accessible sites higher. 3️⃣ Improve User Experience: When everyone can use your product easily, it’s better for all. The POUR principles are user-centered and cover many disabilities, giving web development teams confidence that their websites and mobile apps are accessible to all. While the detailed guidelines and success criteria get technical, these four principles provide a solid high-level understanding of accessibility that anyone can grasp. What steps have you taken to ensure your products are accessible? Share your tips and strategies below! 📝

Always excited to see W3C standards, https://lnkd.in/gC78GXWY, but there reason why standards continue to be visually biased and screen dependent, due to the dominance of browser based consumer technologies in dictating interaction design. What about accessible podcasts, and the use of sound notifications that are compatible with hearing aids and cochlear implants? Audio synthesis browser frameworks are still under developed compared to visual widgets!

VUI, or Voice User Interface, offers significant benefits in improving website accessibility for users with disabilities. Individuals with visual or motor  impairments, for example, may encounter challenges when navigating websites using traditional interfaces.  VUI allows users to interact with websites using voice commands, providing a more accessible option for many. #ukbusiness #uksmallbusiness #ukbusinesswoman  #womeninbusinessuk #supportsmallbusinessuk  #smallbusinessowneruk #businessuk  #businessowneruk #ukbasedbusiness #businesstipsuk

Check out this awesome resource to help you and your team get new understanding in "How People with Disabilities Use the Web" from W3C Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI). This is a good step in moving into the best practice of designing and developing with People with Disabilities ("Nothing about us without us"). You will be amazed how this will help you reach your widest customer base. Making your site(s) work better for EVERYONE!

Designing mobile interfaces with accessibility features for users with disabilities 📱 Optimizing content for screen readers and alternative input methods 🗣️ Ensuring compliance with accessibility standards and regulations 📜 The business case for accessible design: Improving user experience for all customers 💼 #MobileAccessibility #InclusiveDesign #AccessibilityMatters

Incorporating horizontal scrolling in websites and applications? Proceed with caution! A recent piece by Bogdan Cerovac highlights the accessibility hurdles it presents for users with disabilities. It's vital to ensure such features don't hinder navigation or obscure crucial content. Rethink using horizontal scrolls for essential elements and consider how different users navigate. Check out the full article: https://lnkd.in/e97jfZQv #WebDesign #Accessibility #InclusiveDesign

I believe in celebrating Disability Pride Month with education. With that, let me drop some knowledge about overlays. As an avid user of voiceover from Apple as well as #JAWS for PC, I. Hate. Overlays! Overlays are often seen as a quick fix for web accessibility, but they can actually create more problems than they solve. Here’s why they might not be the best choice: 1. Inconsistent Performance: Overlays can be unreliable across different browsers and devices, leading to a patchy user experience. 2. Complicated Navigation: Adding overlays can make websites harder to navigate, disrupting the natural flow and making things more confusing. 3. Limited Fixes: Overlays usually address only a few accessibility issues, leaving many barriers in place. True accessibility needs a comprehensive approach. 4. Over-reliance on Automation: Automation can miss the nuances of content that need a human touch for proper accessibility. 5. Temporary Band-Aid: Overlays are often a short-term solution. Investing in proper design and development practices is more effective and sustainable. For a truly inclusive web experience, it’s better to build accessibility into the foundation of your website. Overlays might seem like a quick fix, but they often fall short of providing the comprehensive accessibility everyone deserves. You wouldn’t take a road trip on a donut, so let’s not use overlays for our websites. Take the time and make the investment. #DisabilityPrideMonth #WebAccessibility #Voiceover #Overlay #UX #UI

"How People with Disabilities Use the Web" is a new resource from Web Accessibility Initiative. The page includes new videos and updated user stories which show:that "Accessibility: It's about people." This page introduces how disabled people use digital technology.and helps developers, designers, content creators, and others understand the reasons behind creating accessible digital products. https://lnkd.in/dHdDahTP

Tell us this: how accessible is your world? 🌐 Did you know that 16% of the world's population lives with a disability, yet 70% of digital products and services are not accessible to those with visual or cognitive impairments? With the European Accessibility Act coming into force in June 2025, digital accessibility is no longer a choice - it's a must. Are your digital products ready to meet the challenge? Accessibility goes beyond the physical world - it's crucial online, too. Creating accessible websites and apps isn't just about compliance; it's about breaking down barriers and delivering inclusive, user-friendly experiences that work for everyone. To help you, we've created the 'Complete Guide to Digital Accessibility in User Experience'. This Content Kit is packed with insights, real-life stories, and practical steps to help you make your digital products inclusive and ready for the new accessibility standards. Don't wait for 2025 - take action now and be part of the change! Access it here: https://bit.ly/4cSUY0L. #DigitalAccessibility #InclusiveDesign #UserExperience #EuropeanAccessibilityAct #AccessibilityMatters #MakeADifference

Is your business accessible & inclusive? To help you answer, we've created the 'Complete Guide to Digital Accessibility in User Experience'. This Content Kit is packed with insights, real-life stories, and practical steps to help you make your digital products inclusive and ready for the new accessibility standards. Don't wait for 2025 - take action now and be part of the change! Access it here: https://bit.ly/4cSUY0L. #DigitalAccessibility #InclusiveDesign #UserExperience #EuropeanAccessibilityAct #AccessibilityMatters #MakeADifference