What is the ADA?

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal civil rights law that mandates equal access to information and services for all individuals, including those with sensory disabilities. The ADA is enforced by the United States Department of Justice (DOJ), which also oversees compliance.

In September 2010, the DOJ released standards for accessible design, requiring that all electronic and information technologies be accessible to people with disabilities.

While the ADA covers a wide range of rights for individuals with disabilities, this section focuses on document accessibility. Please consult legal counsel if you have specific questions about ADA compliance.

Title II: State and Local Governments

Title II of the ADA mandates that all activities of state and local governments comply with ADA standards, regardless of the size of the government entity or the amount of federal funding received.

Title III: Public Accommodations

Title III of the ADA governs private and non-profit organizations, requiring that all public accommodations and commercial facilities, including those offered online, adhere to accessibility standards.

PDF Remediation for ADA Compliance

Achieving ADA compliance for documents can be complex, as each document presents unique challenges. Proper training in PDF design and remediation is essential. Our team is here to help you meet these requirements.

Do Your Documents Meet ADA Guidelines?

Ensuring that your documents are ADA-compliant is crucial for avoiding legal consequences. Compliance with WCAG, ADA, and Section 508 standards can be challenging, but we are here to help.

The DocumentA11Y team has extensive experience across various sectors, helping organizations meet ADA requirements by remediating thousands of documents, including PDFs, Word files, PowerPoint presentations, Excel spreadsheets, and EPubs.