At launch, all PBHS website templates are designed with accessibility in mind and built to align with ADA and WCAG 2.1 AA compliance standards. Accessibility is an important part of creating an inclusive online experience for all website visitors, including individuals using assistive technologies.
While websites are initially built using accessibility best practices, accessibility compliance is an ongoing process that requires regular maintenance, monitoring, and updates over time.
Accessibility Features Included in PBHS Website Templates
PBHS websites are designed with a variety of built-in accessibility features, including:
- Accessibility tools that allow users to adjust:
- Magnification
- Contrast
- Resolution
- Compatibility with:
- Screen readers
- Text-to-speech software
- Keyboard-friendly navigation for users who do not rely on a mouse
These features are intended to support usability and accessibility for a broad range of users and devices.
Ongoing Accessibility Maintenance
Website accessibility is not a one-time setup. As websites evolve through content updates, new pages, uploaded files, and third-party integrations, accessibility compliance can change over time.
As part of ongoing website maintenance and SEO efforts, accessibility-related best practices may include:
- Reviewing and updating image alt text
- Monitoring site usability and navigation
- Evaluating accessibility considerations when pages are added or updated
- Supporting overall website performance and user experience improvements
How Websites Can Drift Out of Compliance
Even websites that launch with accessibility standards in place may fall out of compliance over time due to content or functionality changes.
Common examples include:
- Uploading PDFs that are not accessibility compliant
- Adding images without descriptive alt text
- Embedding third-party tools, widgets, or scripts that do not meet accessibility standards
- Making content or design updates without accessibility review
Because of this, periodic audits and ongoing monitoring are recommended.
PBHS SEO services include ongoing optimization and monitoring that can help support accessibility best practices as your website evolves over time.
Website Compliance Check Service
For customers seeking a more comprehensive accessibility review, PBHS offers a Website Compliance Check service.
What’s Included? - The compliance check includes a thorough review of your website for accessibility-related considerations and potential compliance concerns.
Turnaround Time? - Typical completion time: 3–5 business days
Note: Standard website change fees apply to the compliance review and any recommended updates or fixes identified during the audit
If you’re interested in moving forward with a compliance check or learning more about our SEO and website auditing services, we’d be happy to discuss next steps. Get in touch with our team!