Web Accessibility in 2026: Practical Steps for Teams

Start With an Audit

Run automated and manual accessibility audits to discover high-impact issues and prioritize fixes.

Include Accessibility in Design

Design accessible components and document patterns so implementation stays consistent across teams. Add accessibility checks to your CI pipeline and include keyboard and screen-reader tests in QA.

Maintain Accessibility

Treat accessibility as a continuous commitment: include it in PR reviews, design tokens, and component libraries. Provide training and clear guidance so teams can spot regressions early and fix them as part of normal development.

Cognitive Accessibility

Design for neurodiversity. Use plain language, consistent navigation, and avoid flashing content to support users with cognitive disabilities. Allow users to control animations and timeouts to reduce anxiety and improve focus.

Legal Compliance

Stay updated with accessibility regulations like WCAG 2.2 and the European Accessibility Act. Compliance minimizes legal risk and demonstrates social responsibility.