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Section 508 Compliance for Publishing Websites

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

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Why Section 508 Matters for Publishing

Publishing 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 publishing accessibility

Meeting Section 508 demonstrates commitment to inclusive digital services

Compliance opens access to users with disabilities who need publishing services

Section 508 Requirements for Publishing

Web content must conform to WCAG 2.0 Level A and AA

Critical for publishing websites and applications

Software applications must be accessible

Critical for publishing websites and applications

Hardware must be accessible

Critical for publishing websites and applications

Electronic documents must be accessible

Critical for publishing websites and applications

Telecommunications products must be accessible

Critical for publishing websites and applications

Common Section 508 Issues in Publishing Websites

Issue

E-book readers not accessible

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

Issue

Digital magazines in inaccessible formats

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

Issue

Subscription management not keyboard accessible

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

Issue

Reading lists poorly structured

Solution

Remediate using Section 508 testing and best practices

How A11yScan Helps Publishing Meet Section 508

Section 508 Testing

Automated testing against all Section 508 success criteria relevant to publishing.

Publishing Focus

Industry-specific testing profiles targeting common publishing accessibility issues.

Compliance Reports

Generate Section 508 compliance documentation and remediation roadmaps.

Continuous Monitoring

24/7 monitoring to maintain Section 508 compliance as your publishing site evolves.

Frequently Asked Questions: Publishing Section 508 Compliance

Is Section 508 required for publishing websites?

Section 508 is the standard for web accessibility compliance. Publishing 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 publishing?

Common issues include e-book readers not accessible, digital magazines in inaccessible formats, subscription management not keyboard accessible. These violations are frequently cited in accessibility audits and complaints against publishing organizations.

How do I test publishing sites for Section 508?

Use a combination of automated testing tools like A11yScan and manual testing with assistive technology. Focus on publishing-specific workflows like e-book readers not accessible.

Other Compliance Standards for Publishing

Publishing WCAG 2.1 AA

Ensure your publishing website meets WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.

Publishing WCAG 2.2

Ensure your publishing website meets WCAG 2.2 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.

Publishing ADA Compliance

Ensure your publishing website meets ADA Compliance accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.

Publishing EN 301 549

Ensure your publishing website meets EN 301 549 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.

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Section 508 Compliance for Other Industries

Healthcare Section 508

Ensure your healthcare website meets Section 508 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.

Finance Section 508

Ensure your finance website meets Section 508 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.

E-commerce Section 508

Ensure your e-commerce website meets Section 508 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.

Education Section 508

Ensure your education website meets Section 508 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.

Government Section 508

Ensure your government website meets Section 508 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.

Legal Section 508

Ensure your legal website meets Section 508 accessibility requirements. Industry-specific compliance testing, remediation guidance, and monitoring.

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