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Section 508 Compliance for Media & Entertainment Websites

Meet Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act requirements with comprehensive accessibility testing designed for media & entertainment organizations.

Why Section 508 Matters for Media & Entertainment

Media & Entertainment organizations must meet Section 508 to serve users with disabilities

Accessibility compliance reduces legal risk and improves user experience

Section 508 is the recognized standard for media & entertainment accessibility

Meeting Section 508 demonstrates commitment to inclusive digital services

Compliance opens access to users with disabilities who need media & entertainment services

Section 508 Requirements for Media & Entertainment

Web content must conform to WCAG 2.0 Level A and AA

Critical for media & entertainment websites and applications

Software applications must be accessible

Critical for media & entertainment websites and applications

Hardware must be accessible

Critical for media & entertainment websites and applications

Electronic documents must be accessible

Critical for media & entertainment websites and applications

Telecommunications products must be accessible

Critical for media & entertainment websites and applications

Common Section 508 Issues in Media & Entertainment Websites

Issue

Video content without captions

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

Issue

Audio content without transcripts

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

Issue

Complex article layouts confusing to screen readers

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

Issue

Auto-playing media without controls

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

How A11yScan Helps Media & Entertainment Meet Section 508

Section 508 Testing

Automated testing against all Section 508 success criteria relevant to media & entertainment.

Media & Entertainment Focus

Industry-specific testing profiles targeting common media & entertainment accessibility issues.

Compliance Reports

Generate Section 508 compliance documentation and remediation roadmaps.

Continuous Monitoring

24/7 monitoring to maintain Section 508 compliance as your media & entertainment site evolves.

Frequently Asked Questions: Media & Entertainment Section 508 Compliance

Is Section 508 required for media & entertainment websites?

Section 508 is the standard for web accessibility compliance. Media & Entertainment organizations must meet accessibility requirements under applicable laws, with Section 508 being the recognized technical standard.

What are the most common Section 508 issues in media & entertainment?

Common issues include video content without captions, audio content without transcripts, complex article layouts confusing to screen readers. These violations are frequently cited in accessibility audits and complaints against media & entertainment organizations.

How do I test media & entertainment sites for Section 508?

Use a combination of automated testing tools like A11yScan and manual testing with assistive technology. Focus on media & entertainment-specific workflows like video content without captions.

Ready to Achieve Section 508 Compliance for Your Media & Entertainment Website?

Start with a free accessibility scan and see exactly where your media & entertainment site stands with Section 508 requirements.