{"id":97185,"date":"2024-12-18T13:45:10","date_gmt":"2024-12-18T11:45:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/happybrain.it\/?p=97185"},"modified":"2024-12-18T13:45:10","modified_gmt":"2024-12-18T11:45:10","slug":"accessibilita-web-perche-e-importante-e-come-applicarla-al-tuo-sito","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/happybrain.it\/en\/2024\/12\/18\/accessibilita-web-perche-e-importante-e-come-applicarla-al-tuo-sito\/","title":{"rendered":"Web accessibility: why it is important and how to apply it to your site"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”185403″][vc_column column_width_percent=”80″ gutter_size=”3″ overlay_alpha=”50″ shift_x=”0″ shift_y=”0″ shift_y_down=”0″ z_index=”0″ medium_width=”0″ mobile_width=”0″ width=”1\/1″ uncode_shortcode_id=”329871″][vc_empty_space empty_h=”1″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”132800″]Web accessibility is a vital consideration for anyone involved in digital spaces, whether you manage a personal blog, a corporate website, or a complex platform. Making your site accessible is not just a social responsibility but also a strategic investment. In this article, we\u2019ll explain what web accessibility is, why it matters, and how you can make your site more inclusive. Let\u2019s dive in![\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading uncode_shortcode_id=”713167″]What is web accessibility?[\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”525100″]Web accessibility involves designing and developing digital websites and applications so they are usable by everyone, including individuals with visual, auditory, motor, or cognitive impairments. In practice, it\u2019s about eliminating barriers that might prevent some users from accessing content or interacting with your site.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image media=”97187″ media_width_percent=”100″ uncode_shortcode_id=”213005″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”284772″]Why Is It Important?<\/p>\n

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  1. Inclusiveness and social responsibility<\/strong>
    \nEnsuring access to the web for all embodies the principle of inclusiveness, transcending mere legal compliance. Approximately 15% of the global population lives with some form of disability. Overlooking this reality means excluding millions of people.<\/li>\n
  2. Legal compliance<\/strong>
    \nMany countries, including Italy, enforce laws requiring website accessibility, particularly for public sector sites. For instance, Italy\u2019s Stanca Law (L. 4\/2004) is one such regulation. For private companies, adopting accessibility standards can help avoid potential legal penalties and safeguard their reputation.<\/li>\n
  3. SEO and usability benefits<\/strong>
    \nAn accessible site is often better optimized overall. Search engines like Google favor sites with strong structures, alternative text for images, and well-organized content, leading to higher rankings. Additionally, what enhances accessibility for people with disabilities often improves usability for all users.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    [\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading uncode_shortcode_id=”150350″]How to make your site accessible[\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”196866″]Following the WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines)<\/em> is a good starting point. These internationally recognised guidelines are based on four fundamental principles:<\/p>\n

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    • Perceptible<\/strong>: information should be presented in a way that everyone can access it.<\/li>\n
    • Usable<\/strong>: navigation and functionality must be easy to use.<\/li>\n
    • Understandable<\/strong>: the content and interface must be clear and easy to understand.<\/li>\n
    • Robust<\/strong>: the site must work on various devices and technologies, including assistive tools.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      [\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image media=”97188″ media_width_percent=”100″ uncode_shortcode_id=”114979″][vc_custom_heading uncode_shortcode_id=”160622″]Our #HappyTips[\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”344695″]Let’s get practical: here are some steps you can take to make your site accessible to a wider audience.<\/p>\n

      #1 Use alternative text for images<\/strong>
      \nMake sure that each image has a descriptive alternative text. This will help screen readers interpret the content for blind or visually impaired people.<\/p>\n

      #2 Keyboard navigability<\/strong>
      \nEnsure that all functions on your site are keyboard-accessible. Many users with motor disabilities do not use a mouse and rely exclusively on this tool.<\/p>\n

      #3 Offer subtitles and transcripts<\/strong>
      \nFor multimedia content, add subtitles to videos and transcripts for audio. Not only will you improve accessibility for people with hearing disabilities, but also overall engagement.<\/p>\n

      #4 Ensure adequate contrast<\/strong>
      \nText must be clearly readable against the background. Use online tools to check contrast and make sure it meets standards.<\/p>\n

      #5 Avoid unnecessary animations<\/strong>
      \nAnimations can be distracting or, in some cases, cause problems (e.g. for those with photosensitive epilepsy). Offer the possibility of deactivating them.<\/p>\n

      #6 Conduct accessibility testing<\/strong>
      \nUse tools such as Wave, Lighthouse or other online platforms to test the accessibility of your site. These tools will help you identify errors and suggest improvements.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image media=”97189″ media_width_percent=”100″ uncode_shortcode_id=”850830″][vc_custom_heading uncode_shortcode_id=”183285″]An added value[\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”164242″]Investing in web accessibility is a decision that reflects care, sensitivity and foresight. It is not only about doing the right thing for those with difficulties, but also about providing a better experience for all users. In addition, an accessible site becomes more competitive and visible, reaching a wider audience and giving you a strategic advantage.<\/p>\n

      Start with small steps: implementing even one or two of the tips we have given you can make a big difference. Making the web more accessible is a responsibility we all share, and today you have the tools to do your part![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

      Web accessibility is not only a social responsibility, but also an opportunity to improve your online presence. Find out what it means and how you can adapt your site to make it accessible to everyone.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":97195,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[260,406],"tags":[244,302,465],"class_list":["post-97185","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-web-marketing","category-about-web","tag-strategy","tag-seo","tag-website"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/happybrain.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/97185","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/happybrain.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/happybrain.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/happybrain.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/13"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/happybrain.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=97185"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/happybrain.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/97185\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":97196,"href":"https:\/\/happybrain.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/97185\/revisions\/97196"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/happybrain.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/97195"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/happybrain.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=97185"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/happybrain.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=97185"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/happybrain.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=97185"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}