The Smart Guide to Accessibility 1: WCAG Compliance & Inclusive Design for WordPress

Hello, WordPress colleagues! If you run a WordPress agency or manage projects, here’s a surprising update — by 2025, accessibility is not just a “nice-to-have”; it’s a business necessity.

We’re launching a series of articles dedicated to WordPress accessibility, exploring the topic from various perspectives.

The initial reaction to such changes is often, “Why? Everything was fine before.” But here’s the catch: our lives were much more challenging without accessibility features. We use these features daily, often without even realizing it.

Think of subtitles on YouTube, voice searching or texting when your hands are full, or smart home assistants that don’t judge your late-night snacking. All of these innovations were created with accessibility in mind, and now they simply enhance our everyday convenience.

So, if you believe accessibility is solely about avoiding lawsuits, think bigger. It’s about creating a website that is welcoming and clear for everyone around the world. It enhances conversions and elevates your professional image.

Step One: Don’t Panic. Step Two: Start with Design

At DreamDev, we adhere to four core WAI/WCAG 2.2 principles, ensuring:

✅ Readable text with proper contrast (Because neon green on white? No, thanks.) 

✅ Logical structure and navigation (So users don’t need a treasure map to find the contact information.) 

✅ Media and animations that don’t cause disruption (No noisy auto-playing videos, we promise.) 

✅ Responsiveness across all devices (Because mobile users deserve a great experience too.)

And this is just a small portion of what we focus on.

By default, we implement WCAG AA standards, but if you’re aiming for a full-house AAA compliance, we’re here to help.

Think Smart. Build Accessible. Attract More Clients

Accessibility might seem like extra work, but here’s the truth: addressing it later could cost significantly more — both financially and in terms of developer peace of mind. Consider accessibility from the beginning, and you won’t have to worry about compliance or losing customers. We don’t just build websites that meet accessibility standards; we create sleek, high-performing, user-friendly experiences that everyone can enjoy. Let’s work together to make your website shine — accessible, fast, and future-ready.

In the next article, we will explore accessibility levels, where to start, why AA is the default for most, and how we help clients achieve AAA compliance when necessary. Stay in touch!