Web accessibility makes websites usable for people with disabilities — and is also good practice for all users. Philippine websites should aim for WCAG 2.2 Level AA compliance.
WCAG 2.2 AA basics
Perceivable. Text alternatives for images. Captions for video. Sufficient color contrast.
Operable. Keyboard navigation works. No reliance on hover-only interactions. Sufficient time for interactions.
Understandable. Readable text. Predictable navigation. Input assistance.
Robust. Works with assistive technologies (screen readers).
Common Philippine accessibility failures
- Insufficient color contrast (light gray text on white)
- Missing alt text on images
- Hover-only navigation
- Forms without proper labels
- Auto-playing video without controls
- No keyboard navigation support
Tools
- WAVE accessibility checker
- axe DevTools
- Lighthouse accessibility audit
Budget
Basic accessibility is included in any properly built website. Comprehensive WCAG 2.2 AA compliance audit and remediation: ₱20,000–₱60,000.
Accessibility audit needed? Send your details through the contact page for a specific recommendation within one Philippine business day.
Frequently asked questions
- Do Philippine websites need to be WCAG-compliant?
- WCAG isn't directly required by Philippine law, but RA 7277 (Magna Carta for Persons with Disability) and DICT guidelines reference accessibility. Best practice is WCAG 2.2 AA compliance for any public-facing website.
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