Digital accessibility is the elimination of barriers on the web, allowing everyone to perceive, understand, navigate, and interact with online content and services, regardless of their physical, sensory, cognitive, cultural, or social capabilities.

Some of the main requirements for creating a website with digital accessibility are:

1 – Follow the WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) guidelines.

It is a set of international recommendations to make the web more accessible.
WCAG is based on four principles: perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust.

2 – Use accessibility tools and resources

These include screen readers, virtual keyboards, captions, image descriptions, color contrasts, sign language interpreters and translators, among others, which facilitate navigation and understanding for users with different needs.

3 – Testing the site with people with disabilities

Essential to check whether it meets your expectations and demands, and correct any problems found.

4 – Keep the website updated and monitored

This is to ensure that it remains accessible and compatible with new technologies and devices.
Digital accessibility is important for promoting inclusion, democracy, diversity, and quality of life in the digital age. Furthermore, it brings benefits to all users, such as greater ease, speed, security, and satisfaction when browsing the web12.