I am going to give a high-level overview of what’s new and what’s changed in the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines – WCAG 2.2, which have been promoted to W3C Recommendation status.
Whom do these guidelines help?
- Users with Low Vision – The new criteria in WCAG 2.2 expand the specifications for visuals and improve the focus of on-screen items to enable better visual perception and keyboard usability.
- Users with Cognitive and Learning Disabilities – The WCAG 2.2 standard adds standards for providing more details about the specific purpose of input controls as well as for supporting improved website navigation, such as the ability to reuse information and make online login processes simpler.
- For all – In all actuality, the WCAG 2.2 recommendations represent best practises to improve usability and accessibility for all users.
New WCAG 2.2 Operable Criteria
- 2.4.11 Focus Appearance (AA)
- 2.4.12 Focus Not Obscured (AA)
- 2.4.13 Focus Not Obscured (Enhanced) (AAA)
- 2.5.7 Dragging Movements (AA)
- 2.5.8 Target Size (Minimum) (AA)
New WCAG 2.2 Understandable Criteria
- 3.2.6 Consistent Help (A)
- 3.3.7 Accessible Authentication (AA)
- 3.3.8 Accessible Authentication (Enhanced) (AAA)
- 3.3.9 Redundant Entry (A)
The Benefits Of WCAG 2.2 For your Business and your Website
Boost your clientele
By making their websites, services, and information accessible to those with disabilities, businesses can increase the size of their client base.
Businesses will benefit from this as it will provide them a market advantage and enable them to reach a new clientele.
Boost your search engine rankings
A company’s search engine rankings may also be enhanced by following WCAG requirements. Websites that are easily accessible are prioritised by search engines like Google.
Your website will rank higher as a result, increasing its visibility to potential customers.
Cut back on legal risk
Businesses can lower their risk of legal trouble by providing web content and services that are accessible to those with impairments.
This is because companies who violate the WCAG guidelines may be held liable under the applicable disabilities statute in your nation.
Improved client relationships
Businesses can enhance their client relationships by providing web content and services that are accessible to those with impairments.
Accessible websites demonstrate a company’s concern for its clients and willingness to go above and beyond to ensure a positive user experience. Additionally, a positive user experience increases the likelihood that visitors will return to your website, which will help you build a loyal consumer base.
