At cHaus, we believe great digital experiences are for everyone. That’s why accessibility is always a part of how we build and improve websites, not an afterthought or a box to check at the end.
What Is a Website Accessibility Audit?
An accessibility audit is a comprehensive review of your website to see how well it meets recognized accessibility standards like WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) and AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act). It identifies barriers that may prevent users with disabilities—visual, auditory, motor, or cognitive—from navigating your site easily.
Why Accessibility Matters
Inclusive design isn’t just good practice, it’s the law in many places, and more importantly, it’s the right thing to do. Plus, accessible websites perform better in search rankings, improve user engagement, and broaden your potential customer base.
What an Accessibility Audit Looks For
An audit typically checks for:
- Colour contrast and text readability
- Alternative text for images
- Keyboard navigation support
- Screen reader compatibility
- Form field labels and error messaging
- Responsive design and content structure
We use a mix of manual testing, where we will visit your site with a screen reader to identify issues and tools to provide a clear picture of your current state and what needs to change.
What Happens Next?
After the audit, we’ll deliver an easy-to-understand report that outlines:
- What’s working
- What needs improvement
- Step-by-step recommendations
Then, if you like, our team can jump in and make those fixes for you or support your internal team in doing so.
How cHaus Does It Differently
We don’t just run a scan and hand you a checklist. We partner with you to make accessibility a part of your brand, aligning your digital presence with your values. Because building better websites isn’t just about code, it’s about people.
Interested in having us audit your website or build you a new AODA / WCAG compliant one? Contact us today, we’d be happy to work with you to help you meet your accessibility targets.
