Digital accessbility includes all disabilities that affect access to websites and apps. By following accessibility principles we can ensure that people with a range of capability do not face barriers that prevent them from using websites and mobile apps.
Disabilities to consider
- physical
- speech
- visual
- auditory
- cognitive
Temporary disabilities
There are times when visitors may be faced with a temporary disability for example:
- A hand injury
- Ear infection
- Lost glasses
Situational disabilities
Disabilities that prevent a visitor from accessing your site or app can arise from the environment or situation they are in. For example:
- Using a phone in bright sunlight
- An environment that is loud or distracting
- Environments where you are not allowed to listen to audio
- Stressful situations where processing information can be difficult
Other benefits
There are a number of other audiences that benefit from well designed accessibile apps and websites.
- Older visitors with changing abilities
- Visitors who do are new to the English language
- People who have a slow internet connection
- People who have limited or expensive bandwidth
Writing an accessibility statement