Accessibility Glossary

Our Accessibility Glossary provides important terms and definitions to help you understand and implement best practices for web accessibility.

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A

A11Y

A11Y stands for web accessibility. Learn how to make websites inclusive, compliant, and SEO-friendly.

Accessibility Audit

An accessibility audit identifies and resolves digital barriers to ensure WCAG compliance and user inclusion.

Accessibility Conformance Report

Understand Accessibility Conformance Reports and their importance in verifying WCAG compliance for websites and apps.

Accessibility Remediation

Make your website accessible to everyone! Learn how to fix common accessibility issues, improve user experience, and ensure legal compliance.

Accessibility Statement

Show your commitment to inclusivity with an Accessibility Statement! Learn why it matters, what to include, and how it benefits all users.

Accessibility Testing

Ensure your website is accessible to all! Learn about accessibility testing, WCAG guidelines, and tools to improve usability for everyone.

Accessible Design

Make your website accessible to everyone! Learn key design tips like alt text, captions, and keyboard navigation for a better user experience.

Alternative Text

Learn how to write effective alt text for accessibility. Improve user experience, SEO, and inclusivity with simple, clear image descriptions.

ARIA

Explore how ARIA attributes improve accessibility for users with assistive technologies on complex web apps.

Assistive Learning Device

Assistive learning devices support accessible education and empower learners with various disabilities.

Assistive Technology

Assistive technology helps people with disabilities interact with digital content more effectively and independently.

Audio Accessibility

Make your audio content accessible with transcripts, captions, and clear audio for users with hearing impairments.

B

Barrierefreiheit Stärkungsgesetz (BFSG)

Learn about the BFSG, Germany’s law for accessibility in digital services, banking, e-commerce, and more. Compliance required by June 2025.

Blindness

Accessibility for blind individuals ensures equal access to technology, spaces & services. Screen readers, braille & audio cues make a difference!

Braille

Braille is a system that helps blind people read and write. It uses raised dots on paper or other surfaces that can be felt.

C

Closed Captions

Closed captions make videos accessible to all by aiding the deaf, non-native speakers & viewers in noisy places. Improve reach & inclusivity!

Cochlear Implant

Cochlear implants help people with severe hearing loss hear again, improving communication, education, and accessibility in daily life.

Cognitive Accessibility

Cognitive accessibility ensures digital content is understandable and usable for people with learning or memory difficulties.

Conformance Level

Learn about WCAG accessibility conformance levels (A, AA, AAA) and how they improve website accessibility for people with disabilities.

D

Deaf Culture

Explore Deaf culture, its rich language, values, & traditions. Learn how accessibility & inclusion can create a more inclusive world for the Deaf community

Deaf vs deaf

Learn the key differences between "Deaf" and "deaf" and why they matter for accessibility. Explore Deaf culture, identity, and inclusive communication.

Deafness

Discover how digital accessibility supports deaf individuals through captions, sign language, and assistive tech. Learn key tools and best practices.

Digital Accessibility

Learn about digital accessibility and how to make websites and apps inclusive for all users, including people with disabilities. Simple tips inside!

Disability

Learn how accessibility and inclusion empower people with disabilities. Discover key strategies to remove barriers and create a more inclusive world.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Discover how DEI and accessibility work together to create accessible spaces for all. Learn practical ways to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Document Remediation

Ensure accessibility with document remediation. Learn how to create inclusive PDFs, Word files, and more for better usability and legal compliance.

E

Environmental, Social, and Governance

Learn how ESG factors enhance accessibility in business. Improve inclusivity through environmental, social, and governance best practices.

H

Hard of Hearing

Improve accessibility for hard of hearing users with captions, transcripts, and inclusive design. Make digital content more accessible for all.

Hearing Aids

Hearing aids improve accessibility by enhancing communication, safety, and independence for those with hearing loss. Find the right one for you.

Hearing Impairment

Improving accessibility for hearing impairment through assistive devices, captions, sign language, and awareness to grow accessible world.

I

Inclusive Design

Inclusive design ensures accessible, usable, and equitable experiences for everyone.

Inclusivity

Inclusivity for accessibility ensures equal access to physical and digital spaces, improving usability, user experience, and compliance with regulations.

Input Assistance

Learn how accessibility with input assistance improves usability with keyboard shortcuts, auto-suggestions, & voice input while ensuring EAA compliance.

Input Device

Learn about accessible input devices like adaptive keyboards, voice recognition, & Braille displays, making technology more accessible for all.

Invisible Disability

Invisible disabilities impact daily life. Learn why accessibility matters, key accommodations, and how to create accessible spaces for all individuals.

J

JAWS

JAWS screen reader improves accessibility for visually impaired users. Learn how it works, its features, & how to optimize websites for JAWS compatibility.

K

Keyboard Navigation

Make your website accessible with keyboard navigation. Learn best practices for tab order, focus indicators, & testing to improve usability for all users.

L

Lip Reading

Lip reading enhances communication for the deaf and hard of hearing. Learn its benefits, challenges, and how to support accessibility in daily life.

Low Vision

Improve web accessibility for low vision users with high contrast, resizable text, clear navigation, & alt text to create an accessible digital experience

M

Motor Impairment

Ensure digital accessibility for motor impairments with keyboard navigation, larger buttons, voice control, and inclusive design for a more accessible web.

N

NVDA

NVDA, a free screen reader that empowers visually impaired users with accessibility, independence, & equal access to digital content and technology.

P

Photosensitivity

Ensure web accessibility for users with photosensitivity. Learn how to reduce brightness, avoid flashing elements, & create comfortable digital experiences

Public Accommodations

Learn why accessibility in public spaces matters and how businesses can ensure equal access for all under the EAA.

R

Readability

Learn how to improve readability and accessibility for a better user experience, wider reach, and legal compliance on your website.

Reasonable Accommodation

Learn what reasonable accommodations are and how they support inclusion in websites and online environments.

Reasonable Adjustment

Reasonable adjustments ensure equal access by removing barriers for people with disabilities in digital spaces.

S

Screen Readers

Screen readers help blind and visually impaired users access digital content through speech or Braille. Ensure accessibility for all!

Sign Language

Discover how sign language enhances accessibility, promotes equality, and empowers people with hearing impairments in daily life and digital spaces.

Speech Recognition

Learn how speech recognition empowers people with disabilities by enabling hands-free control, dictation, and smart home interactions.

U

Usability

Discover how usability and accessibility work together to create inclusive, user-friendly websites for everyone, including people with disabilities.

User Testing

Improve website accessibility with real user testing. Ensure everyone, including people with disabilities, can navigate your site easily.

V

Video Accessibility

Learn how to make your videos accessible with captions, transcripts, and visual clarity for all viewers.

Vision Impairment

Make digital content accessible for vision-impaired users with large fonts, high contrast, alt text, and screen reader support.

Visual Alerting Devices

Discover how visual alerting devices improve accessibility for the deaf and hard of hearing with flashing lights, icons, and text-based alerts.

Voice User Input

Discover how voice user input improves accessibility for people with disabilities, enabling hands-free control and simpler interactions.

W

W3C

Learn how W3C and WCAG guidelines help create accessible websites, ensuring an inclusive and user-friendly digital experience for all.

WCAG

Learn what WCAG is, why it matters, and how to make your website accessible for everyone, including people with disabilities.

Web Accessibility

Learn what web accessibility is, why it matters, and how to make websites usable for everyone, including people with disabilities.

Web Accessibility Compliance

Learn why web accessibility compliance is essential for legal protection, SEO, and user experience. Follow key steps to make your site accessible.

Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI)

Learn how the Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) ensures inclusive web experiences through WCAG, ATAG, and UAAG guidelines.

Web Accessibility Principles

Learn the four key principles of web accessibility and make your website inclusive for everyone, including people with disabilities.