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ADA vs. 508 Compliance vs. WCAG

ADA. 508 compliance. WCAG. Which is which — and which matter to your business? The ADA is a civil-rights law requiring public and private websites to be accessible, with penalties of $55K – $75K for first-time violations. In comparison, Section 508 is a federal law mandating that U.S. government agencies’ electronic and information technology be accessible for people with disabilities. Both laws follow the ISO-standard WCAG guidelines for accessibility. Keep reading to learn more about ADA vs. 508 compliance vs. WCAG.
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