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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Need to get up to speed on EAA compliance? AccessiCart CEO Bet Hannon breaks down what it actually takes -- hint: it's more than just a technical fix. Think processes, statements, and reporting requirements too. Watch the full webinar: buff.ly/jNusUFF
European Accessibility, Act Compliance, Requirements Explained.

Hosted by Bet Hannon, CEO of AccessiCart.

WordPress Accessibility, Meetup Zoom Recording.
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Ever lost your cursor on a screen? That's what it's like when keyboard users don’t have focus indicators. Learn more about focus indicators in this post. buff.ly/33uwq4d
A minimalist, red-toned illustration depicts a person's hand using a laptop amidst winding arrows and floating question marks, symbolizing a user navigating complex digital interfaces.
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Including animations can give a real pop. But be sure that you are designing those animations to be accessible. buff.ly/yS5iDum
The letters and numbers "a11y", which represents the word "Accessibility" in a short format.
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Does your organization rely on PDFs? Check out this 5-post series on making PDFs accessible. buff.ly/opzLbLf
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Here's a great post on what's evolving in digital accessibility. The tl;dr for AI: it will improve tools, but not replace human testing & expertise. buff.ly/NA1z2X3
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Hopefully, public-sector entities that must meet the new DOJ ADA rule by April 24 have started their work. But if not, here's some resources. buff.ly/qw17eEG
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Join this webinar on April 2, when Bet Hannon will outline EU Accessibility Act compliance requirements like reporting, statements and testing. buff.ly/RbHD2Gx
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
In the US, websites get sued for not being accessible. And plaintiffs can ask for A LOT of documentation. Check out what they might ask for in this post. buff.ly/4Vo6ARG
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
AI companies are now offering to provide spoken versions of your site pages. But browsers already do this! ilo.im/16b5hy
“Read aloud” controls on a web page showing back, forward, and play buttons, a slider to control speaking speed, and a select menu to choose voice, with Microsoft Mark selected.
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
In this webinar, AccessiCart CEO Bet Hannon will outline EU Accessibility Act requirements BEYOND technical accessibility, including which US & UK companies must comply. Register now! buff.ly/oqlhnGP
"WordPress Accessibility Meetup: Beyond Technical Accessibility: European Accessibility Act Compliance Requirements with Bet Hannon. Thursday, April 2, 2026."
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Accessibility is fundamentally about people with disabilities and making your site/app usable by them. Here's an open letter from a screen reader user to devs. buff.ly/xvMMMni
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
ARIA labels can be helpful, but be sure you are using them correctly! buff.ly/k0Vj4kP
"Don't use aria-label on static text elements"
a logo and the name Ben Myers is found on the bottom left corner.
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
US-based ADA website lawsuits are on the increase. Here are some action tips if one comes your way. buff.ly/l7AlmUT
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
Web accessibility is about PEOPLE. When you learn about how people with disabilities use the web, implementing accessibility makes more sense. Check out these user stories to learn more. buff.ly/SOC5qGD
Illustration showing how people with different disabilities — including visual, auditory, motor, cognitive, and speech impairments — access and interact with the web, represented by accessibility icons (hand, eye, brain, ear, speech bubble, and person).
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Cognitive disabilities include conditions such as attention deficit, dyslexia, and memory loss, and impact 61 million adults in the US alone. Small accessibility changes can help customers with cognitive disabilities. buff.ly/hOlwqwT
A lightbulb with its left half showing a gray human brain and its right half glowing bright orange, symbolizing the fusion of thought and creative insight.
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
2025 was quite a year for accessibility. Watch attorney Lainey Feingold's recap of the US legal landscape to understand the changes that are emerging buff.ly/0Yr8l7M
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
Definitely start with automated testing, but understand that it only finds around 30% of accessibility issues. You must ALSO manually test. buff.ly/3K5wp9R
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Accessibility is giving retailers a competitive edge... buff.ly/XgtKY0E
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Just getting started with accessibility? Here's how to use the FREE WAVE.webaim.org accessibility tool. Tons of helpful tips in this video -- even if you've used WAVE before. Need help testing more than one page at a time? We can help. Reach out. buff.ly/uwSTz1Y
Introduction to WAVE Web Accessibility Evaluation Tool.
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Quick BFCM eComm tip: check your checkout forms for their error messages. Helping people quickly fix their errors translates to more sales and happier customer experiences. buff.ly/TfQeERR
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
Use Vimeo for your videos? Here's a post with tutorials on TWO different ways to create captions for them. buff.ly/Y57vNZL
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
ADA lawsuits and EAA complaints just keep coming. Worried about being sued or fined for website accessibility? Here's some practical tips AND a better way to think about accessibility. buff.ly/me6oy9K
Wooden gavel with lawsuit paperwork on a wooden desktop.
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
Curious about how website ADA cases work, and the most common issues in lawsuits? Here's a great post by Nat Tarnoff sharing his experience and recommendations. buff.ly/yh0nARV
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
No website is ever 100% accessible. But just because perfection isn’t possible doesn’t mean you can’t make progress and tap into the true value of making your site more inclusive. buff.ly/lpg5r04
Illustration of business process management and strategic planning. A large flowchart dominates the background, with a seated woman using a laptop and a standing woman pointing at a directional sign, symbolizing decision-making and project execution.
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
Ignoring accessibility could be costing you revenue. Barriers for some people who may not be able to complete a sale are a revenue leak that you can fix. buff.ly/OmwnPj2
A woman struggling with financial hardship, symbolized by a broken piggy bank, scattered bills, and a downward-trending graph represented by a large orange arrow she sits upon.  She holds more bills, looking distressed, while a "no money" symbol floats above her.
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
A FREE online 24-hour accessibility education event with something for every skill level. Register now for WordPress Accessibility Day! #WPAD2025 #WPA11yDay buff.ly/F89JrM1
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
Working on improving accessibility because of the EU Accessibility Act? Be aware that an overlay widget won't guarantee compliance. buff.ly/e7L4CuS
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
Starting to think about your BFCM sale prep? Don't forget to check about whether your strikethrough and sale prices are accessible! buff.ly/j8yXiil
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
Are accessibility guidelines overwhelming detail for you? Try this brilliant overview in 7 themes. buff.ly/DPjp51H
a visual map titled "WCAG 2.2 MAP - by theme," illustrating the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 success criteria organized by themes. The map is designed like a subway system, with different colored lines representing various accessibility themes: Keyboard (blue), Code & Labels (green), Operable (yellow), Sensory (orange), Understandable (purple), and Whole Site (pink). Each line connects to stations labeled with specific WCAG criteria, such as "2.4.1 Bypass Blocks" (Keyboard), "1.3.1 Info and Relationships" (Code & Labels), "2.1.1 Keyboard" (Operable), "1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum)" (Sensory), "3.2.1 On Focus" (Understandable), and "2.4.5 Multiple Ways" (Whole Site). The map highlights Level A and AA success criteria, with a focus on practical testing. Additional themes include Zoom & Legibility (yellow circle) and Gestures (green circle). The map is credited to AndrewNerlich.com/wcag
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
If you think accessibility is important but will never be "approved by management", here are 8 fun ideas to start making a difference from Shari Byrne-Haber buff.ly/z7rcKgR
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
AccessiCart is proud to sponsor for WordPress Accessibility Day, with many great speakers, including Vitaly Friedman, the UX lead with European Parliament and Smashing Magazine. Register for free! buff.ly/xWWwyw4
Register to attend WordPress Accessibility Day 2025, a 24-hour virtual conference held on October 15-16, 2025, with free live streaming.
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 26/08/2025
Not addressing accessibility barriers on your sites has a cost. Here's a post looking at the cost impacts of exclusion. buff.ly/VS53857
Digital accessibility and the cost of exclusion.
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 19/08/2025
Too many sites use link text like "click here" or "read more." It’s a small accessibility issue—but one that’s easy to solve. This post walks you through how. buff.ly/hxH9KF0
A man standing at a crossroads scratching his head. In front of him is a sign post with no wording on it.
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 12/08/2025
Not just your website, but also your social media need to be accessible. Here's resources for accessible social media practices. buff.ly/6pwmgr5
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 05/08/2025
If you think accessibility is JUST some “nice to have feature”, you are wrong, and you might be losing revenue. See the examples in this post. buff.ly/pEy3XMU
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
Have you considered that not just your website, but also the marketing emails you send need to be accessible? Here are some reminders for improving email accessibility. buff.ly/BRBMuaZ
A screenshot of a user interface showing notification cards. The cards include messages such as "Jennifer Carlson: Password reset - Hi Jennifer, reset your password..." and "Maria J Blair: Welcome to our app - Hello Maria, thank you for joining..." with profile icons and additional text partially visible. The background is a dark blue with a list of items and icons.
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
Exclusion doesn't pay. Not addressing accessibility could cost your brand -- revenues as well as legal fees. buff.ly/je3QJ9V
Proactive perspectives on digital accessibility. Digital accessibility and the cost of exclusion.
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
Is your moving content hurting someone? Learn about how content with motion can literally make some people sick. And how small changes can help. buff.ly/RX2dz6K
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
Got product videos on your #ecommerce site? Captions aren’t optional—they’re essential for accessibility. Check out this helpful guide to get it right. buff.ly/9v1yVba
an old television with the words: "The Complete Guide to Captioned Videos".
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
Among other issues, accessibility overlay plugins gather personal data from users with disabilities and may jeopardize your compliance with privacy laws like GDPR & CCPA.
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Accessibility Overlays Create Info Privacy Concerns
Accessibility overlay plugins gather personal data without opt-in or mechanisms for removal, creating GDPR and CCPA risk for the site owner
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 24/06/2025
If visitors can’t easily navigate your site, they won’t stick around. These quick tips will help you make sure your menus and icons are accessible to everyone. buff.ly/fgZx1hi
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
Headings like H2s and H3s aren’t just for making text look good! Using them properly boosts both accessibility and SEO—learn how to structure them the right way. buff.ly/VGQXxCg
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
"You WILL be spending money on accessibility" one way or another. Learn more about the costs of not being accessible. buff.ly/AXjJpIF
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
Adding or updating content or products on your site? Use this handy checklist to make sure everything you publish is accessible to all users. buff.ly/0truHuk
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
Adding or updating content or products on your site? Use this handy checklist to make sure everything you publish is accessible to all users. buff.ly/yuOnsVS
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
No website is ever 100% accessible. But just because perfection isn’t possible doesn’t mean you can’t tap into the true value of making your site more inclusive. buff.ly/260dpja
A woman sits at a desk with a laptop, surrounded by a clock, lightbulb, and checklist, symbolizing ideas and tasks. The other woman stands, pointing at a signpost with arrows, next to a large screen displaying a flowchart with orange shapes.
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
An inaccessible eCommerce site could be costing you customers. These 3 common issues are easy to fix—and a great place to start. buff.ly/VFRnfby
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
Unclear link text is a frequent accessibility mistake—but the good news? It’s a simple one to correct. Check out this post for tips on writing more descriptive links. buff.ly/hxjXSe5
A man standing at a crossroads scratching his head. In front of him is a sign post with no wording on it.
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Making your website accessible might feel overwhelming at first—so here are 7 practical tips to help you kick off your eCommerce accessibility journey. buff.ly/S0XPvkw
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AccessiCart @accessicart.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
Selling to EU customers? The 2025 European Accessibility Act might apply to your site, and enforcement starts June 28. Here's a quick guide to know if you need to comply: buff.ly/EvyIkY7
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