ON-DEMAND WEBINAR
The Essential Guide to Digital Accessibility
Original air date: Jun 13, 2024
Maintaining an accessible website doesn't just protect you from drive-by ADA lawsuits—it's also how to make sure your website is usable for as many people as possible.
Hear from AudioEye, an industry leader in digital accessibility services, in this educational webinar. You'll learn what digital accessibility means, why it's important, and best practices for meeting ADA compliance.
Who is this webinar for?
This webinar is designed for lodging operators, hotel owners, innkeepers, and property managers who want to better understand ADA compliance online and improve their website experience for all users.
If you manage your website, care about usability and SEO, or want to reduce accessibility-related risks, this webinar provides a clear introduction to web content accessibility guidelines and actionable best practices.
Key takeaways
Equal access online: Digital accessibility helps ensure people are not excluded from using a website because of a disability. The webinar compares accessibility online to ramps and rails in the physical world.
Accessibility matters: Accessible websites can improve engagement for all users, not just people with disabilities. The webinar also explains that accessibility can support discoverability by making sites easier for search engines and voice tools to understand.
ADA is evolving: The webinar reviews how websites are treated as places of public accommodation and discusses recent accessibility guidance tied to WCAG 2.1 AA standards.
Common accessibility issues: Important best practices include adding descriptive alt text, using clear headings, maintaining strong color contrast, and offering multiple accessible ways for users to get in touch.
ResNexus + AudioEye:
The webinar explains how the ResNexus x AudioEye partnership works, including automated issue detection and fixes, a visual accessibility toolkit, a 24/7 help desk, and compliance documentation support.
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Introduction
What is web accessibility?
Why you need web accessibility
Guidance and corresponding laws
Accessibility best practices
ResNexus x AudioEye solution
Limited time deal
Q&A
Frequently asked questions
Our webinar answers some of your most common questions about digital accessibility
Who creates the web content accessibility guidelines?
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) are created by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). They serve as the global standard used to evaluate website accessibility.
Are web content accessibility guidelines required?
WCAG itself is not a law, but it is the standard most commonly used to determine whether a website meets accessibility requirements under laws like the ADA.
What is WCAG 2.1 AA compliance?
WCAG 2.1 AA compliance refers to meeting a specific level of accessibility standards that ensure websites are usable for people with a wide range of disabilities. It is the most commonly referenced level in accessibility guidance.
Are websites required to be ADA compliant?
Yes. Websites are considered places of public accommodation under the ADA, which means they are expected to be accessible to individuals with disabilities.
What if my website is not ADA compliant?
If a website is not accessible, businesses may face legal action, including demand letters or lawsuits. Improving accessibility can help reduce this risk while also improving usability and customer experience.
Ready to get started?
Creating a more accessible website can help you improve usability, support more guests online, and strengthen your digital experience. ResNexus customers can also take advantage of the AudioEye partnership to add accessibility support to their website.