Question 1

What accessibility standards apply to websites and digital products?

Accepted Answer

Websites and digital products are commonly evaluated against WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines), which define how content should be perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust. In the U.S., WCAG is widely used to support compliance with ADA requirements, Section 508 for federal projects, and VPAT documentation for procurement.

Question 2

Is WCAG compliance required under ADA or Section 508?

Accepted Answer

WCAG itself is not a law, but it is the technical standard most often used to demonstrate compliance. ADA enforcement and Section 508 regulations rely on WCAG criteria to assess whether digital content is accessible and non-discriminatory.

Question 3

What does a professional accessibility audit actually include?

Accepted Answer

A professional accessibility audit combines automated scans with detailed manual testing. This includes testing with screen readers, keyboard navigation, mobile accessibility, and real user workflows, mapped directly to WCAG success criteria with clear remediation guidance.

Question 4

How is ADACP's accessibility testing different from automated tools?

Accepted Answer

Automated tools identify only a limited subset of accessibility issues. ADACP performs manual testing using assistive technologies and real interaction scenarios, producing results that are suitable for legal review, procurement, and long-term compliance planning.

Question 5

Can accessibility audits support legal or procurement requirements?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Accessibility audits and reports are often used to demonstrate good-faith compliance efforts. ADACP provides documentation that supports ADA risk assessment, Section 508 reviews, and VPAT or ACR submissions required in enterprise and government procurement.

Question 6

How often should accessibility testing be repeated?

Accepted Answer

Accessibility testing should be performed whenever significant changes are made to a website or digital product. For actively developed platforms, periodic re-testing helps ensure continued compliance as content, features, and standards evolve.

ADA, WCAG & Section 508 Accessibility Compliance for Digital Products