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Accessibility Guide

Squarespace Accessibility Guide 2026

Platform-specific accessibility risks, recommended tools, and practical fixes for teams building on Squarespace.

Platform overview

Squarespace provides polished templates, but accessibility varies and custom blocks can introduce issues.

Known accessibility issues

  • Low contrast text on hero images
  • Image-only buttons without labels
  • Missing alt text on galleries

Best plugins and tools

  • Squarespace Accessibility Checklist
  • WAVE browser extension
  • axe DevTools

Step-by-step fix guide

  1. Step 1

    Check contrast on branded templates

  2. Step 2

    Add alt text to all image blocks

  3. Step 3

    Replace image-only buttons with text or aria-label

  4. Step 4

    Ensure headings follow a logical order

  5. Step 5

    Test forms for labels and instructions

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