Everything You Need to Get Started
Learn how to scan your website for accessibility issues and achieve WCAG compliance. No technical expertise required.
Get Started in 3 Steps
Run your first accessibility scan in under 5 minutes
Create a Project
A project is a website you want to scan. Give it a name and enter your website URL.
Run Your First Scan
Choose your WCAG level (we recommend AA) and start scanning. Your scan completes in 1-2 minutes.
Review Results
See accessibility issues organized by priority. Get clear guidance on what to fix first.
Understanding WCAG Levels
WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) is the international standard for web accessibility
Level A
Basic Accessibility
Fixes major barriers for people with disabilities
30 success criteria
Best for: Just starting accessibility work
Level AA
Standard Compliance
What most regulations require (ADA, Section 508, AODA)
50 success criteria
Best for: Legal compliance and best practice
Level AAA
Enhanced Accessibility
The highest standard for maximum accessibility
78 success criteria
Best for: Specialized audiences or best-in-class
Which level should I choose?
Start with Level AA. It covers 95% of legal requirements including ADA, Section 508, and AODA. Most organizations choose Level AA for compliance and best practice.
Scan Options
Choose how much of your website to scan
Single Page
Scan one page at a time
Multi-Page (Depth 1)
Scan homepage + all linked pages
Multi-Page (Depth 2)
Scan up to 2 levels deep
Multi-Page (Depth 3)
Comprehensive site-wide scanning
Pro Tip
Start with a single page scan to test specific pages. When ready for a complete audit, use Depth 2 scanning to find 80% of issues without the wait time of a full site scan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions
Office Document Accessibility
NEWComprehensive guides for making Microsoft Office documents accessible
Microsoft Word
Alt text, tables, headings, language, links, color contrast, and more
Microsoft Excel
Sheet structure, tables, alt text, color usage, and data accessibility
Microsoft PowerPoint
Slide structure, reading order, media accessibility, animations, and more
PDF Accessibility
Complete guide to creating accessible PDF documents that meet WCAG standards
Additional Resources
Learn more about accessibility and Beacon
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