What is the ADA and why do you need your website to be accessible?

The Americans with Disabilities Act is a landmark legislation that prohibits discrimination in the treatment of persons with disabilities. It aims at promoting equality in all spheres of public life. This includes the Internet, since websites must be accessible to the large percentage of people with disabilities. Nearly 20% are disabled in the United States. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 51 million Americans 15 years and older have a disability. 19.9 Million have difficulty lifting or grasping which can affect their use of a mouse, keyboard, or other devices. 8.1 million are visually impaired. Some people rely on screen readers and screen magnifiers. Some are color blind. According to the Census Bureau 7.6 million people are hearing impaired. They may rely on captions or transcripts for audio and/or video media. Accessible digital content can help your company reach more customers, improve customer satisfaction, and give you a competitive advantage over companies that don’t offer accessibility features. We can help you become more accessible.