Accessible digital services for every community
UX tips for public sector and not-for-profit teams to make digital experiences inclusive, compliant, and user-friendly.
Categories
Check your colour contrast
Poor contrast makes content unreadable for users with visual impairments.
Use a WCAG tool:
Test pages with contrast checkers like Webaim or Stark (figma plugin).
Fix low contrast text:
Adjust colour combinations to meet a minimum 4.5:1 ratio.
Don’t rely on colour alone:
Use labels, icons, or patterns to convey meaning.
Watch for background images:
Ensure text over images is still readable.
Add meaningful alt text to images
Make your site keyboard-friendly
Use accessible form design
Support screen readers properly
Write in plain language
Caption and transcribe all media
Design for cognitive accessibility
Make links descriptive
Audit for accessibility regularly
Check your colour contrast
Poor contrast makes content unreadable for users with visual impairments.
Use a WCAG tool:
Test pages with contrast checkers like Webaim or Stark (figma plugin).
Fix low contrast text:
Adjust colour combinations to meet a minimum 4.5:1 ratio.
Don’t rely on colour alone:
Use labels, icons, or patterns to convey meaning.
Watch for background images:
Ensure text over images is still readable.
Add meaningful alt text to images
Make your site keyboard-friendly
Use accessible form design
Support screen readers properly
Write in plain language
Caption and transcribe all media
Design for cognitive accessibility
Make links descriptive
Audit for accessibility regularly
Check your colour contrast
Poor contrast makes content unreadable for users with visual impairments.
Use a WCAG tool:
Test pages with contrast checkers like Webaim or Stark (figma plugin).
Fix low contrast text:
Adjust colour combinations to meet a minimum 4.5:1 ratio.
Don’t rely on colour alone:
Use labels, icons, or patterns to convey meaning.
Watch for background images:
Ensure text over images is still readable.
Add meaningful alt text to images
Make your site keyboard-friendly
Use accessible form design
Support screen readers properly
Write in plain language
Caption and transcribe all media
Design for cognitive accessibility
Make links descriptive
Audit for accessibility regularly