Accessibility Tool Kit: WP Accessibility Plugin for WCAG, Section 508, ADA, EAA Compliance

Accessibility Tool Kit by WebYes is a powerful WordPress accessibility plugin that helps make your entire WordPress site compliant with accessibility standards, including WCAG 2.1 level A and AA, Section 508, and ARIA guidelines.

It automatically detects and addresses common accessibility issues on your WordPress website across content, themes, and third-party plugins — from missing labels to improper heading structure and keyboard navigation traps.

This plugin is ideal for site administrators, developers, and agencies seeking to create more inclusive and user-friendly websites.

See our detailed guide to set up the WordPress Accessibility tool.

Watch this video to learn how the plugin works

Accessibility Tool Kit is Your Go-to WordPress Accessibility Plugin

Accessibility Tool Kit is a WordPress accessibility plugin that’s both powerful and easy to use. It delivers exactly what you need. Designed to improve WordPress accessibility compliance for your website, it’s your all-in-one WordPress accessibility tool for meeting WCAG guidelines, ADA compliance for WordPress, Section 508, and EAA standards.

Accessibility Tool Kit focuses on practical accessibility fixes—from keyboard navigation improvements and skip-to-content links to screen reader–friendly labels and accessible link behaviour. Whether you need a WordPress a11y plugin for a small blog, a WordPress accessibility tools suite for an enterprise site, or a WCAG plugin to support client projects, Accessibility Tool Kit works seamlessly with any theme or page builder.

Accessibility Tool kit, coupled with accessibility tester and validator tools like WebYes, Wave, or Axe DevTools, can help identify accessibility issues and provide guidance on how to fix them.

More than an Accessibility Widget or an Overlay Widget

Accessibility Tool Kit is not an accessibility tool that adds a widget or an overlay on your website front-end. This web accessibility WordPress plugin aims to remediate accessibility issues and fix accessibility barriers at the code level without compromising the performance of the website. The plugin does not add JavaScript to modify how people with disabilities and users of assistive technologies interact with your website.

This web accessibility WordPress plugin helps you:

• Improve WordPress accessibility compliance without needing to code
• Strengthen screen reader accessibility with better markup and ARIA attributes
• Ensure accessible links and forms sitewide
• Make your site usable for keyboard-only navigation
• Provide mobile zoom and readability enhancements for on-the-go visitors

Accessibility Tool Kit Features for your WordPress Web Accessibility Goals

Website accessibility is crucial because around 15% of the world’s population—approximately 1 billion people—live with some form of disability. Ensuring your website is accessible and compliant with standards like WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) level A, AA, and AAA, and legal frameworks such as the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the EAA (European Accessibility Act) makes it inclusive for people with diverse needs.

Accessibility is a necessity for some—and useful for all.

Below are the core features of the plugin that will help you reach your WordPress website accessibility goals: * [New] Accessibility Checker – adds a front-end scanning widget to identify potential accessibility issues on your WordPress site. The checker detects WCAG violations such as missing labels, poor contrast, or improper heading structure, helping you understand where improvements are needed. * Accessibility toolbar – to help users with disability make necessary adjustments on your website to meet their unique accessibility needs. * Accessibility Statement Generator – easily generate and add an accessibility statement to your website per various laws, like the European Accessibility Act (EAA) or the Americans with Disability Act (ADA). * Improved readability – ensures screen readers interpret text and language correctly. * Logical keyboard navigation – maintains natural tab flow and focus throughout the page. * Skip to content – lets users jump straight to the main content using the keyboard. * Visible focus indicators– highlight the active element clearly during keyboard use. * Clear and meaningful labels – adds helpful names to elements for better screen reader support. * Mobile-friendly zoom – allows users to zoom on mobile without breaking the layout. * Accessible links – makes links stand out clearly and visibly without relying on colour. * Predictable link behaviour – avoids unexpected new tabs or windows. * Link opening notices – alerts users when a link opens in a new tab or window. * Labelled form fields – ensures every input field has a proper label for accessibility. * Accessible search fields – adds clear labels to search bars for easier use.

📌 [Feature Update] Accessibility Checker for WordPress

The WordPress Accessibility Checker feature in Accessibility Tool Kit adds a front-end scanning widget that allows administrators to identify potential accessibility issues directly on the website. This feature helps admins visually understand where accessibility improvements are needed without altering the appearance or functionality of the live site. Only users with administrator access can view and use the widget. The checker runs in the background and detects accessibility violations based on the WCAG 2.1 standards, providing a clear summary of issues on each page. Key Highlights: * Adds a front-end scanning widget visible only to administrators. * Detects WCAG violations such as missing alt text, low color contrast, improper heading hierarchy, and unlabeled form fields.

• Provides on-page visual indicators to pinpoint accessibility issues directly within the site layout.

• Displays a summary of detected issues in an easy-to-read panel for quick reference.

• Does not modify or overlay your website’s content or design; instead, it analyzes the underlying code to identify areas that need attention.

Accessibility Toolbar

Enhance your website’s accessibility with our brand-new Accessibility Toolbar. An interactive widget designed to make your site more inclusive and user-friendly.

With this toolbar, website admins can easily test accessibility compliance and give visitors greater control over their browsing experience. The toolbar appears as a small, customizable widget on the front end of your website and offers several helpful tools:

• Adjustable Font Size: Users can increase or decrease text size across your site for better readability.

• Color Contrast Options: Switch between different color contrast modes to improve visibility and accessibility. This will also help you quickly test how the site performs under different visual conditions, particularly for users with low vision or color blindness.

• Greyscale Mode: View your website in greyscale to test visual contrast and ensure all elements are distinguishable.

Admins can use this feature to evaluate their site’s accessibility, or choose to keep it enabled so visitors can personalize how they view content. By empowering both administrators and end-users, the Accessibility Toolbar help in ensuring that everyone can engage with your content comfortably and effectively.

Accessibility Statement Generator ==

An accessibility statement is a public declaration of your website’s commitment to accessibility. It informs visitors about the steps you have taken to make your content accessible and what measures are in place to support users with disabilities.

With the Accessibility Statement Generator in Accessibility Tool Kit by WebYes, you can:

• Quickly create and publish an accessibility statement on your site
• Demonstrate transparency and inclusivity to your audience
• Show compliance with legal frameworks like the ADA, Section 508, and the European Accessibility Act (EAA)
• Build trust with users by clearly communicating your accessibility efforts

Publishing an accessibility statement not only improves user confidence but also helps reduce the risk of accessibility-related legal complaints by showing that you are actively working toward compliance.

Upcoming Features Accessibility Tool Kit for Aiding WordPress Accessibility

• Colour contrast checker – easily analyse whether the UI components of your theme meet the required accessibility colour contrast ratio.

Compliance goals:

This plugin assists in meeting:

• WCAG 2.1 A, AA, AAA
• Section 508
• EN 301 549
• ARIA 1.1 Authoring Practices

Disclaimer: While Accessibility Tool Kit helps address many common accessibility issues, it does not guarantee 100% compliance with WCAG standards, ADA, or other accessibility laws. Some elements, such as writing meaningful image alt text, ensuring link purpose clarity, and maintaining proper content hierarchy, still require manual review and human judgment.

For full legal compliance, a comprehensive accessibility audit and remediation process is recommended.

Who Is It For?

• Site owners who want peace of mind with accessibility compliance
• Agencies and developers delivering accessible client sites
• Nonprofits and public sector sites requiring legal compliance
• eCommerce stores that want to serve all customers equally

Accessibility Is a Right, Not a Bonus

Don’t risk losing customers—or facing legal complaints—because your site is difficult to use for someone with a disability. This WP accessibility tool Kit makes it easy to do the right thing, without needing to be an accessibility expert.