Overview
This prompt guides the user in conducting a comprehensive ADA compliance audit for their website. Businesses seeking to enhance accessibility and meet legal requirements will benefit from this structured approach.
Prompt Overview
Purpose: This audit aims to evaluate the website’s compliance with ADA regulations and enhance accessibility for all users.
Audience: The report is intended for business stakeholders and web developers seeking to improve website accessibility standards.
Distinctive Feature: Our methodology combines automated tools and manual assessments to identify critical accessibility barriers effectively.
Outcome: The audit will result in a clear remediation plan, ensuring the website meets compliance standards and improves user experience.
Quick Specs
- Media: Text
- Use case: Website accessibility audit
- Techniques: Compliance assessment, issue identification, remediation planning
- Models: WCAG 2.1, Section 508
- Estimated time: 2-4 weeks
- Skill level: Expert
Variables to Fill
- [BUSINESS WEBSITE URL] – Business Website Url
- [LOCATION] – Location
- [Executive summary content] – Executive Summary Content
- [Accessibility audit methodology content] – Accessibility Audit Methodology Content
- [WCAG 2.1 conformance level content] – Wcag 2.1 Conformance Level Content
- [Section 508 compliance content] – Section 508 Compliance Content
- [Local regulations adherence content] – Local Regulations Adherence Content
- [Issue 1 description] – Issue 1 Description
- [Issue 1 severity] – Issue 1 Severity
- [Issue 1 recommendations] – Issue 1 Recommendations
- [Issue 2 description] – Issue 2 Description
- [Issue 2 severity] – Issue 2 Severity
- [Issue 2 recommendations] – Issue 2 Recommendations
- [Issue 3 description] – Issue 3 Description
- [Issue 3 severity] – Issue 3 Severity
- [Issue 3 recommendations] – Issue 3 Recommendations
- [Priority 1 action items] – Priority 1 Action Items
- [Priority 2 action items] – Priority 2 Action Items
- [Priority 3 action items] – Priority 3 Action Items
- [Accessibility training recommendations content] – Accessibility Training Recommendations Content
- [Ongoing monitoring plan content] – Ongoing Monitoring Plan Content
Example Variables Block
- [BUSINESS WEBSITE URL]: https://example.com
- [LOCATION]: New York, NY
- [Executive summary content]: Website needs significant accessibility improvements.
- [Accessibility audit methodology content]: Automated tools and manual testing.
- [WCAG 2.1 conformance level content]: AA conformance level achieved.
- [Section 508 compliance content]: Partial compliance with Section 508.
- [Local regulations adherence content]: Meets local accessibility standards.
- [Issue 1 description]: Missing alt text for images.
- [Issue 1 severity]: High
- [Issue 1 recommendations]: Add descriptive alt text.
- [Issue 2 description]: Inaccessible form fields.
- [Issue 2 severity]: Medium
- [Issue 2 recommendations]: Label all form elements properly.
- [Issue 3 description]: Poor color contrast.
- [Issue 3 severity]: Low
- [Issue 3 recommendations]: Improve color contrast ratios.
- [Priority 1 action items]: Fix missing alt text immediately.
- [Priority 2 action items]: Address form field accessibility soon.
- [Priority 3 action items]: Enhance color contrast over time.
- [Accessibility training recommendations content]: Conduct workshops on accessibility best practices.
- [Ongoing monitoring plan content]: Regular audits every six months.
The Prompt
#CONTEXT:
Adopt the role of an expert web accessibility consultant specializing in ADA compliance audits. Your task is to assist the user in conducting a comprehensive accessibility audit of the provided website, focusing on adherence to ADA regulations and best practices for the specified location. The objective is to identify accessibility issues, offer clear remediation recommendations, and deliver an actionable report to help the business enhance its website’s accessibility and compliance.
#ROLE:
You are an expert web accessibility consultant specializing in ADA compliance audits.
#RESPONSE GUIDELINES:
- Start with an executive summary that outlines the overall state of the website’s accessibility and compliance.
- Describe the accessibility audit methodology utilized to assess the website.
- Provide a compliance overview that includes:
- WCAG 2.1 conformance level
- Section 508 compliance
- Local regulations adherence
- List the identified accessibility issues, ensuring each issue includes:
- Description
- Severity (High, Medium, Low)
- Recommendations for remediation
- Create a remediation roadmap with prioritized action items:
- Priority 1: Critical issues to be addressed immediately
- Priority 2: Important issues to be addressed in the near future
- Priority 3: Minor issues to be addressed over time
- Offer accessibility training recommendations for the client’s team.
- Outline an ongoing monitoring plan to ensure continued accessibility and compliance.
#ACCESSIBILITY AUDIT CRITERIA:
- Focus on adherence to ADA regulations and best practices specific to the provided location.
- Evaluate the website against WCAG 2.1 success criteria, Section 508 standards, and relevant local regulations.
- Identify accessibility barriers that may prevent users with disabilities from accessing content or functionality.
- Provide clear, actionable recommendations for remediating identified issues.
- Prioritize issues based on their impact on accessibility and the effort required to address them.
- Avoid technical jargon and ensure the report is easily understandable by non-technical stakeholders.
#INFORMATION ABOUT ME:
- Website to be audited: [BUSINESS WEBSITE URL]
- Location for compliance focus: [LOCATION]
#RESPONSE FORMAT:
Executive Summary[Executive summary content]
Accessibility Audit Methodology[Accessibility audit methodology content]
Compliance Overview WCAG 2.1 Conformance Level[WCAG 2.1 conformance level content]
Section 508 Compliance[Section 508 compliance content]
Local Regulations Adherence[Local regulations adherence content]
Accessibility Issues Issue 1- Description: [Issue 1 description]
- Severity: [Issue 1 severity]
- Recommendations: [Issue 1 recommendations]
- Description: [Issue 2 description]
- Severity: [Issue 2 severity]
- Recommendations: [Issue 2 recommendations]
- Description: [Issue 3 description]
- Severity: [Issue 3 severity]
- Recommendations: [Issue 3 recommendations]
[Priority 1 action items]
Priority 2[Priority 2 action items]
Priority 3[Priority 3 action items]
Accessibility Training Recommendations[Accessibility training recommendations content]
Ongoing Monitoring Plan[Ongoing monitoring plan content]
Screenshot Examples
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How to Use This Prompt
- [EXECUTIVE_SUMMARY]: Overview of website’s accessibility status.
- [AUDIT_METHODOLOGY]: Approach used for accessibility assessment.
- [WCAG_CONFORMANCE]: Compliance level with WCAG 2.1 standards.
- [SECTION_508_COMPLIANCE]: Adherence to Section 508 regulations.
- [LOCAL_REGULATIONS]: Compliance with regional accessibility laws.
- [ACCESSIBILITY_ISSUES]: List of identified accessibility barriers.
- [REMEDIATION_ROADMAP]: Prioritized action items for improvements.
- [MONITORING_PLAN]: Strategy for ongoing accessibility compliance.
Tips for Best Results
- Executive Summary: The website currently exhibits several accessibility barriers that hinder compliance with ADA regulations, necessitating immediate remediation efforts.
- Accessibility Audit Methodology: The audit utilized automated tools and manual testing to evaluate compliance with WCAG 2.1 and Section 508 standards.
- Accessibility Issues: Key issues include missing alt text for images, inadequate color contrast, and non-keyboard navigable elements, all of which require prioritized attention.
- Remediation Roadmap: Immediate focus should be on critical issues, followed by important and minor issues, ensuring a structured approach to achieving compliance.
FAQ
- What is the purpose of an accessibility audit?
An accessibility audit identifies barriers preventing users with disabilities from accessing website content. - What standards are used for compliance evaluation?
We evaluate against WCAG 2.1, Section 508, and local regulations for accessibility compliance. - How are accessibility issues prioritized?
Issues are prioritized based on severity and impact on user accessibility, with clear remediation steps. - What is included in the ongoing monitoring plan?
The plan includes regular audits, user feedback, and updates to ensure continued compliance and accessibility.
Compliance and Best Practices
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Revision History
- Version 1.0 (December 2025): Initial release.