Web Accessibility Core Concepts

Understanding Web Accessibility

Reviewing and applying the concepts below will help you create digital content that is accessible and usable for all audiences. You can also download the checklist to support your work as you create or update content.

The required accessibility assessment for content managers will ask questions related to these core concepts, so becoming familiar with them will help you prepare and stay in compliance.

Common Accessibility Barriers

The following core accessibility concepts address many of the most common barriers found in digital content and technology.

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