--- title: "Web Accessibility & WCAG 2.2 Compliance NZ" description: "WCAG 2.2 Level AA accessibility services. We audit, fix, and build websites that everyone can use, including people with disabilities." canonical_url: https://webscape.co.nz/services/web-accessibility site: Webscape markdown_url_convention: "append .md to any URL on this site, or send Accept: text/markdown" index: https://webscape.co.nz/llms.txt --- # Web Accessibility Every person who visits your website deserves to be able to use it. We build and remediate websites to meet WCAG 2.2 Level AA, the standard required by the NZ Government Web Accessibility Standard and recommended internationally. Whether you need an existing site audited and fixed, or a new build done right from the start, we make sure your site works for everyone. ## What this includes - **WCAG 2.2 Level AA Audits**: A thorough manual and automated review of your website against all WCAG 2.2 Level AA success criteria. You get a prioritised report with every issue documented and clear steps to fix it. - **Accessibility Remediation**: We fix the issues. Keyboard navigation, screen reader support, colour contrast, form labels, focus indicators, and everything else needed to bring your site into compliance. - **Accessible Design & Development**: New websites built with accessibility from the ground up. Semantic HTML, proper heading structure, ARIA where needed, and tested with real assistive technologies. - **Screen Reader & Keyboard Testing**: Every page tested with screen readers (NVDA, VoiceOver) and keyboard-only navigation. We catch the issues automated tools miss. - **Ongoing Compliance Monitoring**: Accessibility is not a one-off project. We provide ongoing monitoring, regular audits, and training so your site stays compliant as you add new content. - **Accessibility Statements & Documentation**: We prepare your accessibility statement, document your conformance level, and provide the evidence you need for procurement and compliance requirements. ## Best for - Government agencies and councils required to meet the NZ Web Accessibility Standard - Organisations wanting to meet WCAG 2.2 Level AA compliance - Businesses that have received accessibility complaints or legal concerns - Anyone building a new website and wanting to get accessibility right from the start - Organisations applying for government contracts that require accessibility compliance ## FAQ ### What is WCAG 2.2 Level AA? WCAG stands for Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. It is the international standard for making websites accessible to people with disabilities. Level AA is the middle tier and the level required by the NZ Government. It covers things like colour contrast, keyboard navigation, screen reader compatibility, text alternatives for images, and more. ### Is web accessibility legally required in New Zealand? All NZ government websites must comply with the NZ Government Web Accessibility Standard, which requires WCAG 2.2 at Level AA. For private businesses, the Human Rights Act and the NZ Bill of Rights Act require that services be accessible. Making your website accessible reduces legal risk and opens your site to a wider audience. ### How long does an accessibility audit take? A typical audit takes 1 to 3 weeks depending on the size and complexity of your site. You receive a detailed report covering every page and component tested, with prioritised recommendations. ### Can you make my existing website accessible? In most cases, yes. We audit your site, identify the issues, and fix them. Some older sites with deeply embedded accessibility problems may benefit from a rebuild, but we will always give you an honest assessment of the most practical path forward. ### What is the difference between automated testing and manual testing? Automated tools catch roughly 30 to 40 percent of accessibility issues. Things like missing alt text, low contrast, and missing form labels. The rest requires manual testing with screen readers, keyboard navigation, and human judgement. We do both. ### Do you provide accessibility training? Yes. We train your content editors and developers on how to maintain accessibility as they update the site. This includes how to write good alt text, structure content with proper headings, and test for common issues. ### How much does accessibility remediation cost? It depends on the size of your site and the severity of the issues. A small site might take a few days, while a large site with significant issues could take several weeks. We provide a fixed quote after the initial audit so there are no surprises. ## Related case study [A WCAG 2.2 AA audit for the Electricity Authority](https://webscape.co.nz/work/electricity-authority): We audited ea.govt.nz, a government site of more than 4,000 pages, against every WCAG 2.2 Level AA success criterion. The Electricity Authority received a conformance statement for each criterion and a prioritised roadmap of fixes. See exactly what an audit covers and what you receive. ## Related - Service: https://webscape.co.nz/services/web-design - Service: https://webscape.co.nz/services/web-development - Service: https://webscape.co.nz/services/technical-seo - Guide: https://webscape.co.nz/guides/web-accessibility-nz-guide --- > Full site index for agents: https://webscape.co.nz/llms.txt