Key findings
These are the most common accessibility issues we see on The New York Times's site type.
- Non-text Content (article images)
- Bypass Blocks missing
- Keyboard issues in video players
- Contrast (Minimum) on headlines
- Focus Order in navigation menus
Why Accessibility Matters for The New York Times
News is essential public information. Article layouts, subscription flows, interactive data visualizations, and multimedia stories must be accessible so people with disabilities can stay informed and participate in civic discourse.
What this means
A score in the B range suggests there are likely barriers for keyboard and screen reader users. While this is not legal advice, it indicates potential ADA and WCAG 2.1 AA compliance gaps that could affect usability and increase lawsuit exposure.
Business impact
Missed conversions from users who rely on assistive technology, plus higher support costs from inaccessible flows.
Compliance impact
ADA lawsuits often cite WCAG failures like contrast, labels, and keyboard access. Addressing the top issues closes the biggest gaps.
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