Accessibility

Accessibility describes the design of digital and physical environments in such a way that they can be used by all people, regardless of impairments.

The aim is to give people with disabilities equal access to information, services and social life.

Where Accessibility Applies

• Digital offerings: Websites, apps, software
• Building structures: Public space, signage, transportation services
• Communication: Easy-to-understand language, subtitles, alternative formats

Key Principles of Accessibility

Accessibility follows four basic requirements:

• Content must beperceptible be
• Operation must bepossible even without a mouse
• Information should beunderstandable be
• Systems must berobust work

Why It Matters,

It promotes participation, self-determination, and equality. It also benefits older people, children, and people in temporary situations (e.g. with a broken arm). By focusing on TYPO3 Accessibility, websites can become more inclusive for everyone. TYPO3 Accessibility Checker makes it easy to find and fix any issues, ensuring a better experience for all users.