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BITV 2.0 and the Future of Digital Accessibility in Germany

Germany has taken a proactive approach to ensuring accessibility for its citizens, and there are multiple German accessibility laws that govern digital accessibility.

Social Media and Accessibility: What Does it Mean for Brands?

For modern brands, social media is an invaluable tool for building communities, generating leads, and boosting visibility. But, when social content is inaccessible,

ADA for Websites: Accessibility Checklist & Guidelines

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a landmark civil rights law that protects individuals from disability-based discrimination. By mandating disability inclusion, the

Understanding WCAG Conformance and Digital Accessibility

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) are an essential resource for individuals and organizations aiming to create and maintain accessible digital content. Just

Web Accessibility in 2025: Benefits and Best Practices

Web accessibility is a growing priority for organizations across industries. But why should it matter to you? And are there really laws that

How ADA Requirements for Websites Impact Your Organization

While many are familiar with how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to physical access to public spaces, far fewer organizations are

Key Milestones in Web Accessibility Law: From the Signing of the ADA to Today

This month marks the 33rd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a hallmark piece of legislation for the disability community in

Section 508: What It Covers and How to Comply

Section 508 is an important accessibility law in the United States focusing on digital technology. In this overview, we’ll answer the following questions:

Web Accessibility Lawsuits: 2022 Recap and What to Expect in 2023

As 2023 kicks off, many organizations are taking stock of their progress in 2022 and setting priorities for the year ahead. If your

CVAA Compliance: The 21st Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act

TheTwenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act(CVAA) was signed into law in 2010. The Act was written to ensure that people with disabilities

7 Questions to Ask During ADA Compliance Testing

According to The World Bank, 15% of the world’s population experiences some form of disability. Is your website able to serve this significant

ADA Requirements for Banks: 4 Facts You Might Not Know

Any financial institution that serves the public should make learning about obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) a priority. The ADA

Web Accessibility Testing – Why It’s Necessary and How It’s Done

The internet has been the home of rapid innovation and updating standards since the 90’s, and while it may not be the “Wild

Understanding Assistive Technology: How Do Legally Blind People and Others with Low Vision Use the Internet?

Understanding digital accessibility challenges is easy if you know people with disabilities. But what if you’ve never seen a person who is blind

WCAG conformance levels: How high should you aim?

Many accessibility laws, including Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the U.S. and the European Accessibility Act (EAA) in

What is an Accessibility Audit?

An accessibility audit is a thorough, professional evaluation of how well your website and other digital properties meet the needs of people with

The Role of Assistive Technology in Digital Inclusion

Many people with disabilities use assistive technology every day to access websites and other digital content. Screen readers—such as NVDA and Jaws—are a

16 Accessibility Questions to Ask Your Digital Agency

You’ve picked the perfect agency partner for managing your website or creating a new one. You’ve found a firm you trust, that shares

Accessibility Statement

Level Access was founded to make the digital world accessible for all.  Our program is rooted in providing a robust platform solution which incorporates

Website Terms of Service

Welcome to our Website. By using our site, you are agreeing to comply with and be bound by the following terms of use. Please

Color Blindness Accessibility: What Designers Need to Know

In a world where graphics dominate the digital landscape, color can be a central part of a brand’s identity. But too often, designers

Alt Text for Accessibility

Visual content has become an integral part of today’s digital landscape. On websites and social media platforms, images play a key role in

Inclusive Digital Marketing: Insights From Our CMO

Companies invest countless hours and millions of dollars in creating impactful, conversion-driving digital marketing campaigns. But are those campaigns inadvertently excluding a diverse,

Web Accessibility Compliance in 2022: Four key takeaways from legal experts

Summary: Why is web accessibility compliance a hot topic in 2022? As was discussed in the latest webinar, it’s all about the complexity

Section 508 Testing

If you’re part of a federal government agency, or you’re doing business with one, your organization is required to comply with Section 508

$16 Million in Growth Funding Secured By eSSENTIAL Accessibility

eSSENTIAL Accessibility and Level Access have merged! Read More Starting the new year on a high note, this week eSSENTIAL Accessibility announced the

eSSENTIAL Accessibility Secures $16 Million in Growth Funding

Lead Edge Capital spearheads the round to accelerate, scale and meet escalating demand for Accessibility-as-a-Service. eSSENTIAL Accessibility and Level Access have merged! Read

Level Access Launches Developer Community Website on Google .dev Registry

Accessibility.dev to Feature Free Digital Accessibility Testing Tools and Inclusive Design Resources Vienna, VA. February 19, 2019 Level Access, the global leader in

Settlement Shows Limits of a “Separate-But-Equal” Approach to Digital Accessibility

Building a separate “assistive” website may seem like a good way to provide resources to customers and clients with disabilities, but, as a

Web Accessibility in Telecommunications: Here Are Your Take-Home Messages

Advances in information and communications technology (ICT), and the telecommunications industry in particular, have truly transformed the day-to-day routines of people with disabilities.

Accessibility Considerations for Localization

Localization is the process of translating a product into different languages or adapting a product for a specific country or region.   When localization