The WCAGCheck Blog
WCAG guidance, EAA compliance news, and practical accessibility advice — written for developers and product teams.

What Happens When UK Public Sector Websites Fail Accessibility Audits
UK public sector bodies face real consequences for accessibility non-compliance. Here's what happens after a failed audit and how to respond.

95.9% of Websites Fail Accessibility Tests: The Problem Starts in Your Design Files
The 2026 WebAIM Million report shows most accessibility failures originate in design, not development. Here's how to fix issues before they reach code.

Equality Act 2010 and Website Accessibility: What UK Developers Actually Need to Know
The Equality Act 2010 requires accessible websites. Here's what UK developers need to know about legal obligations and practical WCAG compliance.

The European Accessibility Act: What UK Businesses Need to Know in 2026
The European Accessibility Act affects UK businesses selling to EU customers. Here's what it means for your website and digital services.

WCAG 3 Contrast: What Developers Need to Know (And What You Can Ignore Until 2030)
WCAG 3's new contrast algorithm won't be finalised until 2030. Here's what's changing, what stays the same, and how to handle contrast testing now.

WebAIM Million 2026: Accessibility Errors Are Rising, But Here's What You Can Actually Fix
The WebAIM Million 2026 report shows 56.1 errors per page on average. Here's what's going wrong and how to fix the most common WCAG failures.

ADA Website Lawsuits Hit Record Highs: How to Protect Your Business
ADA website accessibility lawsuits have reached record numbers, with small businesses increasingly in the crosshairs. Here's what the data shows, which violations trigger lawsuits most often, and a practical guide to reducing your legal exposure.

The European Accessibility Act: What Businesses Need to Know Before June 2025
The European Accessibility Act became enforceable in June 2025. Here's what it covers, who it applies to (including non-EU businesses selling to EU customers), the penalties for non-compliance, and what you actually need to do.

WCAG 2.2: What's New and Why Your Website Needs to Comply
A practical guide to the 9 new success criteria in WCAG 2.2, who needs to comply, and what to prioritise first. Covers Focus Not Obscured, Dragging Movements, Target Size, Accessible Authentication, and more.

WCAG 2.2: The Complete Guide for Website Owners
Everything you need to know about WCAG 2.2 — the new success criteria, who it affects, compliance deadlines, and the practical steps to get your website compliant.