Media Website Accessibility Audit & WCAG Compliance
Ensure your media, news, or entertainment website provides accessible content to all readers and viewers.
Media & Entertainment Accessibility Regulations
ADA Title III
FCC CVAA
WCAG 2.1 AA
21st Century Communications Act
Common Accessibility Issues in Media & Entertainment Websites
Video content without captions
Audio content without transcripts
Complex article layouts confusing to screen readers
Auto-playing media without controls
Paywalls blocking accessibility tools
Benefits of Media & Entertainment Website Accessibility
Reach audiences with hearing and vision disabilities
Meet FCC captioning requirements
Improve SEO with transcripts and captions
Build loyal, inclusive audience
How A11yScan Helps Media & Entertainment Organizations
Comprehensive Audits
Full WCAG 2.1 AA testing covering all media & entertainment-specific accessibility concerns and regulatory requirements.
Continuous Monitoring
24/7 monitoring catches accessibility issues before they become legal problems or user complaints.
Compliance Reporting
Generate VPATs, accessibility statements, and executive reports tailored for media & entertainment compliance needs.
Frequently Asked Questions: Media & Entertainment Accessibility
Are news websites required to be accessible?
Yes, media and news websites are places of public accommodation under ADA Title III. Video content has additional requirements under the 21st Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act (CVAA).
What captioning is required for online video?
Videos that previously aired on TV need captions under CVAA. All video content should have captions under WCAG and ADA best practices. Live content may need real-time captioning.
How do I make news articles accessible?
Articles need proper heading structure, meaningful image alt text, accessible data visualizations, and clean semantic HTML. Avoid complex layouts that confuse screen readers.
Media & Entertainment Compliance by Standard
Explore detailed compliance requirements and guidance for media & entertainment websites under each accessibility standard.
Media & Entertainment WCAG 2.1 AA Compliance
Ensure your media & entertainment website meets WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
Learn moreMedia & Entertainment WCAG 2.2 Compliance
Ensure your media & entertainment website meets WCAG 2.2 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
Learn moreMedia & Entertainment Section 508 Compliance
Ensure your media & entertainment website meets Section 508 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
Learn moreMedia & Entertainment ADA Compliance Compliance
Ensure your media & entertainment website meets ADA Compliance accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
Learn moreMedia & Entertainment EN 301 549 Compliance
Ensure your media & entertainment website meets EN 301 549 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.
Learn moreAccessibility Audits for Other Industries
Healthcare Accessibility
Ensure your healthcare website meets WCAG 2.1 AA standards and provides equal access to all patients, including those with disabilities.
Finance Accessibility
Make your banking, investment, and financial services website accessible to all users and compliant with ADA requirements.
E-commerce Accessibility
Ensure your online store is accessible to all shoppers and compliant with ADA requirements to avoid lawsuits and increase sales.
Education Accessibility
Make your school, college, or university website accessible to all students and compliant with Section 508 and ADA.
Government Accessibility
Ensure your federal, state, or local government website meets Section 508 requirements and WCAG 2.1 AA standards.
Legal Accessibility
Ensure your law firm website is accessible and ADA compliant. Legal professionals should lead by example in digital accessibility.
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