Website Accessibility Checklist for Small Business

Quick answer: A more accessible website can be used with a keyboard, has a logical heading structure, readable contrast, clear links and form labels, useful image alternatives and content that does not depend on colour, sound or motion alone.

Accessibility is a continuing design, content and development responsibility. Automated tools can find some issues, but they do not replace keyboard testing, screen-reader review or feedback from people with disabilities.

Structure and Navigation

• Use one descriptive page title and a logical heading order.
• Make every essential action reachable by keyboard.
• Keep focus visible and in a sensible order.
• Provide a way to skip repeated navigation where appropriate.
• Use descriptive link and button text.

Content, Forms and Media

• Provide useful alternative text for informative images.
• Label form fields and explain errors clearly.
• Do not communicate meaning with colour alone.
• Provide captions or transcripts where required for media.
• Allow controls for moving, flashing or auto-playing content.
• Write in plain language appropriate to the audience.

Visual and Mobile Checks

• Check text and interface contrast.
• Zoom the page without losing content or controls.
• Test reflow at narrow widths.
• Keep touch targets usable and separated.
• Check dark and light states if the site supports them.

Practical note: Use WCAG 2.2 as the technical reference and seek qualified legal or accessibility advice for obligations that apply to a particular organisation.

Sources & Further Reading

• W3C Web Accessibility Initiative: WCAG 2.2 Quick Reference

This guide provides general information, not a diagnosis, guarantee or substitute for advice based on your specific devices, systems, contract or site. Confirm scope, inclusions and pricing before making a service decision.