Glossary
Web terms, explained clearly
Common, and not so common, terms from accessibility, search and analytics: each in a sentence, then in full.
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Accessibility audit
An accessibility audit is a key first step when it comes to improving your web accessibility. Here we cover automated and manual audits.
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Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA)
The Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA) aims to improve accessibility and inclusion for persons with disabilities in Manitoba, Canada.
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Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) mandates that organizations must ensure web accessibility for people with disabilities.
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Accessibility overlays
Accessibility overlays might sound like an effective accessibility solution but they can do more harm than good.
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Accessibility score
Your accessibility score provides a quick and easy way to assess the accessibility of your website and identify areas for improvement.
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Accessible Canada Act (ACA)
The Accessible Canada Act aims to improve accessibility and inclusion for persons with disabilities in Canada.
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ADA-compliant website
How can you build an ADA-compliant website?
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ADA Compliance
Worried about the legal consequences of an inaccessible website? Get actionable advice today and avoid the risks.
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
The Americans with Disabilities Act is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life.
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Automated website testing
Automated website testing helps web teams find and fix problems with content, user experience, and accessibility
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Canadian web accessibility legislation
Depending on your location in Canada, you may be subject to different web accessibility legislation. We present a brief overview of your obligations under the ACA, AMA, AODA and NSAA.
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Content marketing platform
Every successful organization uses content in their marketing initiatives and that shouldn't come as a surprise. Optimizing content and measuring its effectiveness can be a challenge.
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Digital accessibility
Websites built with digital accessibility in mind enable users with a range of disabilities to have equal access to the web.
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Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (DDA)
The Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (DDA) provides protection for everyone in Australia against discrimination based on disability.
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European Accessibility Act – Everything you need to know
Our full guide to the European Accessibility Act, and tips on how to make your website accessible before the June 2025 deadline.
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EU Web Accessibility Directive
All EU and United Kingdom public sector websites must be accessible as measured against the WCAG 2.1 standards.
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GDPR consent policy
GDPR’s consent policy aims to stop business practices that could result in a user’s personal data being collected and stored without consent or knowledge.
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GDPR data breaches
If your organization's user data is exposed it could be considered a breach of data privacy under GDPR.
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GDPR right of access
Right of access is a policy under GDPR that requires businesses to share what data they have on their users.
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GDPR right to be forgotten
If your organization has collected the personal data of users then you should be prepared to erase that data upon request.
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Heatmap analysis
Easily understand your website user behavior without the need to delve into raw data.
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How to respond to an OCR letter
If you receive an OCR letter about web accessibility problems, don't panic. Follow these steps to make your website more accessible.
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HTTP vs HTTPS
Understanding the difference between HTTP and HTTPS is essential to ensure the security and privacy of users online.
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