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Webflow accessibility audit baseline before launch
Published · Apr 28, 2026
A focused WCAG-oriented pass for Webflow builds: keyboard paths, focus states, forms, contrast, landmarks, and media alternatives.
Keyboard and focus
Tab through every template: modals, mega menus, sliders, and accordions must return focus predictably. Custom components are the usual failure point.
Forms
- Labels must be programmatically associated with inputs.
- Error text should be perceivable (not color-only).
- Do not disable submit buttons without clear recovery paths.
Contrast and type
Check hero text over imagery and tinted overlays. If you rely on shadows to separate text from photos, test with color-blind simulators.
Media
Provide alt text for informative images; mark decorative images appropriately. Captions and transcripts belong on meaningful video.
Takeaway: accessibility is part of QA—fix blockers before launch, then schedule periodic audits as content grows.