The Ultimate Accessibility Checklist for Developers

Use this checklist to make sure your web projects are accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. Each item is based on best practices and WCAG guidelines.

Accessibility Checklist

• Use semantic HTML for all content
• All images have descriptive alt text
• Headings are used in order (h1-h6) and describe structure
• Links are descriptive and make sense out of context
• Color contrast meets WCAG 2.1 AA (4.5:1 for text)
• Text is resizable up to 200% without loss of content
• All interactive elements are keyboard accessible
• Visible focus indicators for all focusable elements
• Forms have labels, instructions, and error messages
• ARIA roles and attributes are used appropriately
• No keyboard traps (user can tab in and out of all controls)
• Navigation is consistent and logical
• Dynamic content is announced to assistive tech
• Test with screen readers (VoiceOver, NVDA, JAWS, TalkBack)
• Test on multiple devices and browsers

Implementation Steps

1. Audit Your Code

   Run through the checklist on every page and component.

2. Fix Issues

   Address any failures or gaps in accessibility.

3. Test with Users

   Get feedback from people using assistive technologies.

4. Document and Repeat

   Keep accessibility as an ongoing process in your workflow.

Conclusion

Accessibility is everyone's responsibility. Use this checklist to make your web projects inclusive from the start.