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WCAG 2.1/2.2 Compliance for Inclusive Digital Experiences
Ensure your digital products comply with key accessibility regulations. Our compliance audits identify gaps, provide detailed reports, and guide you toward full legal compliance - protecting your business and expanding your reach.
Investing in accessibility delivers measurable returns — legal protection, expanded market reach, and stronger SEO.
Average cost of ADA lawsuits avoided
Market expansion (disability community)
SEO improvement from accessibility fixes
From small websites to large platforms, we ensure your digital products meet WCAG 2.1/2.2 standards requirements — protecting your business and expanding your reach.
Quick compliance assessment
Best for: Small websites (up to 10 pages)
Full multi-framework compliance audit
Best for: Medium websites (up to 30 pages)
Complete multi-jurisdiction compliance program
Best for: Large platforms, web applications
For large platforms or organizations requiring continuous compliance monitoring, we offer custom enterprise solutions with dedicated support.
Comprehensive reports and actionable guidance to achieve and maintain regulatory compliance across all jurisdictions.
Detailed guidance for the five major accessibility regulations covering North America and Europe
Americans with Disabilities Act
Ensure web inclusivity and comply with ADA Title II & III. These provisions require that government entities and public accommodations provide equal access to digital services.
✓ Title II: Government websites
✓ Title III: Business public areas
✓ Equal access requirements
European Accessibility Act
Expand your EU reach with accessibility that meets the European Accessibility Act (EAA). Enforced via EN 301 549, this regulation applies to digital products and services sold across EU member states.
✓ EU mandatory compliance
✓ EN 301 549 technical standard
✓ Digital products & services
Rehabilitation Act Section 508
Ensure digital accessibility, mandatory for federal agencies. This requirement applies to all electronic and information technology used by federal agencies, making compliance non-negotiable.
✓ Federal compliance required
✓ Updated standards (2017)
✓ Applies to all e-tech
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act
Enhance accessibility in Ontario, vital for inclusive services and legal adherence. This Canadian standard requires organizations to take proactive steps to identify and remove barriers.
✓ Ontario organizations (1+ employees)
✓ Barrier identification & removal
✓ Fines up to $100,000/day
Communications and Video Accessibility Act
Ensure accessible communications and video content for people with disabilities. The CVAA updates federal communications law to require modern technologies — including internet-based and digital communications — to be accessible.
✓ Video & media accessibility
✓ Closed captioning compliance
✓ FCC-regulated services
Accessible Canada Act
Canada's federal accessibility legislation — requires federally regulated organizations to proactively identify, remove, and prevent barriers to accessibility in all areas of their operations.
✓ Federal organizations & Crown corps
✓ Accessibility plans & progress reports
✓ Enforced by Accessibility Commissioner
Understand which regulations apply to your organization and how they intersect
| Regulation | Jurisdiction | Applies To | Enforcement | Key Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADA | United States | Government & Public Businesses | Mandatory | Title II & III equal access |
| EAA | European Union | Products & Services in EU | Mandatory | EN 301 549 conformance |
| Section 508 | United States | Federal Agencies & Contractors | Mandatory | All electronic & information tech |
| AODA | Canada — Ontario | Ontario Organizations (1+ employees) | Mandatory | Barrier identification & removal |
| ACA | Canada — Federal | Federally Regulated Organizations | Mandatory | Accessibility plans & progress reports |
Jurisdiction: United States
Applies to: Government, Public Businesses
Enforcement: Mandatory
Jurisdiction: European Union
Applies to: Products & Services in EU
Enforcement: Mandatory
Jurisdiction: United States
Applies to: Federal Agencies & Contractors
Enforcement: Mandatory
Jurisdiction: Canada — Ontario
Applies to: Ontario Organizations
Enforcement: Mandatory
Jurisdiction: Canada — Federal
Applies to: Federally Regulated Organizations
Enforcement: Mandatory
Common questions about WCAG compliance
It depends on where you operate and who you serve. ADA applies to US businesses and government entities. Section 508 applies if you contract with the US federal government. AODA applies to organizations in Ontario, Canada. ACA applies to federally regulated Canadian organizations. EAA applies if you sell products or services in the EU. Many organizations must comply with multiple regulations simultaneously.
Yes, for many organizations. A US federal contractor operating in Ontario and selling in the EU must comply with Section 508, ADA, AODA, and EAA simultaneously. The good news is that these regulations share significant overlap — a single comprehensive audit can identify gaps across all applicable frameworks, and fixing one often satisfies requirements in others.
The European Accessibility Act (EAA) is an EU directive that became enforceable in June 2025. It applies to companies selling products or services within the EU — including non-EU companies. It covers e-commerce, banking, transport, media, and more. Technical compliance is measured against EN 301 549, the European standard for digital accessibility.
Penalties vary by regulation. Under ADA, lawsuits can settle for $50,000+. Section 508 violations can result in lost federal contracts. AODA fines reach up to $100,000/day for corporations. ACA violations are enforced by the Accessibility Commissioner with escalating penalties. EAA penalties are set by each EU member state and can be substantial. Beyond legal risk, non-compliance limits your market reach and damages brand reputation.
The Accessible Canada Act (ACA) is Canada's federal accessibility legislation, enacted in 2019. It applies to federally regulated entities — banks, telecoms, broadcasters, federal agencies, and Crown corporations. Unlike AODA (which is Ontario-specific), the ACA covers all of Canada at the federal level. Organizations must publish accessibility plans, receive feedback, and file progress reports with the Accessibility Commissioner.
Absolutely. Accessibility and SEO best practices overlap significantly. Proper heading structures, alt text for images, semantic HTML, and clear navigation benefit both screen readers and search engines. Accessible websites typically have better technical SEO, faster load times, and lower bounce rates, all of which improve search rankings.
Timeline depends on your site's complexity and current state. A small website might take 2-4 weeks, while larger enterprises might need 2-6 months. Compliance is also ongoing — you need to test new features, update documentation, and maintain compliance as your digital products evolve and regulations are updated.
Get a free accessibility consultation and preliminary audit to identify critical issues and compliance gaps.