Web accessibility (a11y)
Web accessibility means designing and building so people with disabilities can perceive, operate and understand a site.
Definition
Web accessibility means designing and building so people with disabilities can perceive, operate and understand a site. A11y is shorthand for the word, with 11 letters between the a and the y.
Use case
It covers vision, hearing, motor and cognitive needs, and it also helps people on small screens or in bright sunlight.
Related terms
Courses
Learn Accessibility
A broad, practical course that works well as a first pass.