Digital accessibility is critical, yet most websites fail to meet standards outlined by the American Disabilities Act (ADA) and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). Over 96.3% of top homepages globally do not comply with WCAG 2.0 level AA, excluding many of the 1.3 billion people with disabilities worldwide.
Barriers like poor navigation, incompatibility with screen readers, lack of captions, and inaccessible design create frustration and exclusion. The social model of disability highlights that these issues stem from society’s failure to accommodate diverse abilities. WCAG principles—perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust—guide the creation of accessible digital content.
Younger generations, like Gen Z, have driven the push for accessibility as a human right. Companies are responding, adopting technologies like screen readers, AI-driven tools, and semantic HTML to make digital spaces more inclusive. Flipsnack is a leader in this effort, transforming PDFs into interactive, accessible flipbooks. The platform supports screen readers, keyboard navigation, and adheres to WCAG compliance, ensuring usability for all. Its Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) reflects a strong commitment to inclusivity.
Accessible design not only fulfills legal requirements but fosters equity, enhances user satisfaction, and expands market reach. Companies like Flipsnack demonstrate that accessibility is essential for a connected, inclusive digital world.
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