Website accessibility compliance

Ensure your website meets accessibility standards and legal requirements. From WCAG guidelines to the European Accessibility Act, we help you navigate compliance with confidence.

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Website accessibility compliance ensures that people with disabilities can use your website effectively. Beyond being the right thing to do, accessibility is now legally required in many jurisdictions. Non-compliance can result in significant fines, lawsuits, and reputational damage.

Scanluma helps you navigate the complex landscape of accessibility regulations with automated scanning, detailed reports, and actionable fixes.

Why accessibility compliance matters

Accessibility compliance isn’t just about avoiding penalties, it’s about reaching a wider audience and building a better web experience for everyone.

Reach more users

16% of the global population has a disability. Accessible websites reach millions more potential customers.

Avoid legal risk

Non-compliance can result in fines up to €100,000 in the EU and costly ADA lawsuits in the US.

Improve SEO

Accessible websites rank better in search engines. Proper structure and semantics boost organic traffic.

Accessibility standards & regulations

Understanding which standards apply to your business is the first step toward compliance. Here are the major accessibility regulations and guidelines:

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European Accessibility Act (EAA)

EU legislation requiring businesses to make products and services accessible. Enforceable since June 28, 2025 across all 27 EU member states.

  • Who: E-commerce, banking, SaaS, transportation services
  • Standard: Based on WCAG 2.1 Level AA (EN 301 549)
  • Penalties: Fines up to €100,000+
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ADA compliance (Americans with Disabilities Act)

US federal law prohibiting discrimination against people with disabilities. Title III applies to websites of public accommodations and commercial facilities.

  • Who: All US businesses serving the public
  • Standard: WCAG 2.1 Level AA (widely accepted)
  • Penalties: Lawsuits averaging $20,000-$50,000 in settlements
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WCAG 2.1 & 2.2 guidelines

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) are the international standard for web accessibility. Most regulations reference WCAG 2.1 Level AA as the minimum requirement.

  • Level A: Basic accessibility (minimum)
  • Level AA: Industry standard (legally required)
  • Level AAA: Highest level (optional enhancement)
Learn about WCAG standards →

Section 508 (US government)

Section 508 requires US federal agencies and contractors to make their electronic information accessible. If you work with US government entities, Section 508 compliance is mandatory.

  • Who: US federal agencies and their contractors
  • Standard: Based on WCAG 2.0 Level AA (being updated to WCAG 2.1)
  • Scope: Websites, software, documents, multimedia

How Scanluma simplifies compliance

Achieving accessibility compliance doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. Scanluma automates the entire process.

1

Scan your website

Run automated scans against WCAG 2.1, WCAG 2.2, and ADA standards. Get results in seconds.

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Fix issues fast

Every issue includes HTML code snippets. Copy, paste, and fix problems in minutes.

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Stay compliant

Automated monitoring ensures your site stays compliant as you add new content.

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Don’t wait for a lawsuit or penalty. Scan your website for free and start fixing accessibility issues today.

✓ 10 free scans per month
✓ Detailed compliance reports
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