Accessibility Tools & Resources
Improving your website’s accessibility doesn’t have to be complicated. There are many tools and resources—both free and paid—that can help you identify issues, test your content, and make your website more inclusive for all users.
This guide highlights the most helpful tools for beginners and small business owners.
Automated Accessibility Testing Tools
Automated tools scan your website and highlight common accessibility issues. They’re a great starting point for identifying problems quickly.
- WAVE Web Accessibility Evaluation Tool – Easy-to-use browser extension
- Axe DevTools – Developer-friendly accessibility scanner
- Google Lighthouse – Built into Chrome DevTools
- Accessibility Insights – Comprehensive testing suite
Screen Readers for Testing
Screen readers help users with visual impairments understand your content. Testing with one helps you identify structural issues.
- NVDA (Windows)
- VoiceOver (Mac & iPhone)
- JAWS (Windows)
Color Contrast Checkers
These tools help ensure your text is readable for users with low vision or color blindness.
- WebAIM Contrast Checker
- Contrast Ratio by Lea Verou
- Stark (browser extension)
Accessibility Learning Resources
These websites offer tutorials, guidelines, and best practices for improving accessibility.
- WCAG Guidelines – Official accessibility standards
- ADA.gov – U.S. accessibility requirements
- WebAIM – Beginner-friendly accessibility education
- Microsoft Accessibility – Tools and training
- Apple Accessibility – Platform-specific guidance
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