We have been dealing with digital accessibility for some time and keep hearing the same misunderstandings. These five misconceptions come up again and again, preventing reach, customer loyalty, and legal certainty. To help you avoid falling into the same trap, we have listed the biggest myths and explain why they are not true.
Wrong. Accessibility also supports people with ADHD, dyslexia, color blindness, or motor impairments – and anyone who uses a smartphone. It is not a niche topic but affects the majority.
With our assistant tool easyVision, websites can be adapted in seconds for different needs – including reading modes, contrast switching, focus control, and accessible fonts.
ALT texts are just a fraction of the more than 50 mandatory criteria according to WCAG 2.2. It’s also about contrasts, structure, keyboard accessibility, reading flow, navigation, and much more. Relying on this alone will definitely not meet the requirements.
This is exactly where easyMonitoring comes in: The automated audit system regularly checks your website for all relevant WCAG criteria – not just ALT texts. This way, you can detect barriers early, prioritize actions, and document progress in a revision-proof way.
10–20% of users directly depend on accessible access – many without visible impairments. And: everyone benefits from better usability. Clear structure, good readability, and intuitive navigation benefit everyone.
Accessibility is therefore not only mandatory but also a competitive advantage.
The reality: The majority of agency websites tested fail the WCAG audit. Without regular monitoring, accessibility remains an illusion.
Trust is good – technical proof is better.
A risky misconception. Market surveillance has been announced. Authorities will check whether the requirements of the Accessibility Strengthening Act are met.
Those who wait risk fines, warnings, and loss of reputation.
Many companies rely on assumptions – and misjudge the actual requirements for accessibility. ALT texts, a plugin, or fancy design are not enough to be legally compliant and user-friendly.
Automated WCAG testing according to current standards
Uncover myths, reduce risks, document progress
Secure towards the Accessibility Strengthening Act 2025 – with clear recommendations for action
With easyMonitoring from SiteCockpit, you regularly check your website according to WCAG 2.2 – automated, traceable, and efficient. Instead of myths, you get facts: concrete to-dos, progress overview, and clear priorities.
Accessibility is measurable – and only those who measure can optimize. Don’t rely on assumptions. Trust in systematic monitoring.
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