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ADA Compliant?
Find out in under 60 seconds. Our free AI-powered scanner checks your site against WCAG 2.1 Level AA — the standard courts use for ADA compliance. Get your score, see every violation, and know exactly what to fix.
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Why You Need to Check Right Now
ADA enforcement is at an all-time high. Here's what's at stake if your website isn't compliant.
A new record. That's 24 lawsuits per day. Serial plaintiffs file hundreds of cases annually, targeting businesses with non-compliant websites.
First-time settlements range from $5,000 to $25,000. Repeat violations or class actions can cost $50,000 to $150,000+. Legal fees add $10,000+ on top.
State and local government websites must meet WCAG 2.1 AA by April 24, 2026. Private businesses are already held to this standard under Title III.
How Our Free ADA Compliance Check Works
Three steps. Under 60 seconds. No technical knowledge required.
Paste Your URL
Enter any webpage URL. Our scanner works with any website — WordPress, Shopify, Squarespace, custom-built, government sites, anything.
We Scan for Violations
Our AI-powered scanner (built on axe-core, the same engine used by Microsoft and Google) checks your page against all 50 WCAG 2.1 Level AA criteria.
Get Your Score + Fix Plan
Receive a compliance score (A through F), every violation with severity ratings (Critical / Serious / Moderate / Minor), and plain-language fix instructions.
What Our ADA Compliance Scanner Checks
We test against the WCAG 2.1 Level AA criteria that courts reference in ADA lawsuits.
Perceivable
- →Missing alt text on images
- →Insufficient color contrast (below 4.5:1)
- →Missing captions on video/audio
- →Content that can't be resized to 200%
- →Information conveyed only through color
Operable
- →Elements not reachable by keyboard
- →Missing focus indicators
- →No skip navigation links
- →Time limits without user control
- →Missing page titles and headings
Understandable
- →Missing page language attribute
- →Form inputs without labels
- →Missing error messages and suggestions
- →Inconsistent navigation patterns
- →Unclear link text ('click here')
Robust
- →Invalid HTML that breaks assistive tech
- →Missing ARIA roles and labels
- →Status messages not announced to screen readers
- →Custom widgets without proper ARIA
- →Duplicate IDs that confuse screen readers
Who Needs to Check ADA Compliance?
If your business has a website, the ADA likely applies to you.
Small Businesses
77% of ADA lawsuits target businesses under $25M revenue. Your website is a 'place of public accommodation' under the ADA.
Small Business Guide →E-Commerce Stores
Online stores face the highest lawsuit volume. Shopify, WooCommerce, BigCommerce — all need accessible checkout, product pages, and navigation.
E-Commerce Guide →Healthcare
Patient portals, appointment systems, and health info must be accessible. HIPAA + ADA create a double compliance requirement.
Healthcare Compliance →Government & Education
Title II requires WCAG 2.1 AA compliance by April 24, 2026. State/local government sites and public universities face strict deadlines.
Title II Guide →Financial Services
Banking sites, fintech apps, and insurance portals need accessible forms, statements, and account management features.
Banking Compliance →Law Firms & Agencies
Ironic but true: law firm websites are frequent lawsuit targets. If you serve the public, your site must be accessible.
Law Firm Guide →The Most Common ADA Violations We Find
Based on thousands of scans, these are the issues that appear on nearly every non-compliant website.
Missing Image Alt Text
CriticalImages without descriptive alt text are invisible to screen reader users. This is the single most common violation and often the easiest to fix.
Low Color Contrast
SeriousText that doesn't meet the 4.5:1 contrast ratio against its background. Affects users with low vision, color blindness, and anyone viewing in bright sunlight.
Missing Form Labels
CriticalForm inputs (email, password, search) without associated labels. Screen readers can't tell users what to type. Contact forms and checkout flows are the worst offenders.
Empty Links and Buttons
SeriousLinks and buttons with no accessible name — often icon buttons (hamburger menus, social icons, close buttons) without aria-labels.
Missing Document Language
SeriousThe <html> tag is missing a lang attribute. Screen readers need this to use the correct pronunciation and speech engine.
Don't wait to discover these issues in a demand letter.
Scan My Website Free →⚠️ Warning: Accessibility Overlays Don't Make You ADA Compliant
Overlay widgets (accessiBe, UserWay, AudioEye) add a toolbar to your site but don't actually fix the underlying code. Here's what the data shows:
Real compliance means fixing your code. Our scanner shows you exactly what to fix — no overlays needed.
Learn why businesses are switching from overlays →The True Cost of Non-Compliance
An ADA compliance check costs nothing. Ignoring it could cost everything.
| Scenario | Cost Range | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| ✓ Fix it now (proactive) | $0 – $500/mo | 2-4 weeks |
| ⚠ Demand letter received | $3,000 – $10,000 | 30-90 days |
| ⚠ Lawsuit filed | $10,000 – $50,000 | 3-12 months |
| ✗ Class action / DOJ | $50,000 – $500,000+ | 1-3 years |
| ✗ Repeat violation | $75,000 – $150,000 per offense | Ongoing |
A free scan now could save you $10,000+ later
Most businesses discover 15-40 violations on their first scan. Fixing them typically costs a fraction of what a single demand letter costs to resolve.
Check My Website Free →Quick ADA Compliance Checklist
Before you scan, here's a quick self-assessment. How many of these does your website meet?
Not sure about some of these? Let our scanner check automatically.
Run the Full Automated Check →After Your Scan: What to Do Next
Your scan will show you exactly where you stand. Here's how to use the results.
✅ If You Score A or B
- →Fix any remaining Critical/Serious violations
- →Publish an accessibility statement
- →Set up monthly monitoring to maintain compliance
- →Consider manual testing with screen readers for full coverage
⚠️ If You Score C
- →Prioritize Critical violations (these trigger lawsuits)
- →Fix alt text, contrast, and form labels first (biggest impact)
- →Re-scan after fixes to track progress
- →Aim for a B or A score within 30 days
🚨 If You Score D or F — Act Immediately
- 1.Fix all Critical violations within 48 hours
- 2.Add an accessibility statement showing remediation effort
- 3.Tackle Serious violations within 2 weeks
- 4.Set up ongoing monitoring (catches regressions)
- 5.Consider professional remediation for complex sites
- 6.Document everything — good faith effort matters in court
Stay Compliant with Ongoing Monitoring
A one-time scan is a great start. Ongoing monitoring ensures you stay compliant as your site changes.
- ✓ Unlimited manual scans
- ✓ Compliance score + grade
- ✓ Violation details + fix guides
- ✓ No signup required
- ✓ Weekly automated scans
- ✓ Multi-page crawling
- ✓ Email alerts on regressions
- ✓ Compliance history & trends
- ✓ Daily automated scans
- ✓ Full-site crawling (500+ pages)
- ✓ PDF compliance reports
- ✓ Priority support
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my website ADA compliant?
The quickest way to find out is to run a free accessibility scan. Our tool checks your website against WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards — the benchmark courts use for ADA compliance. You'll get a compliance score, a list of specific violations, and fix recommendations in under 60 seconds.
What does ADA compliant mean for websites?
ADA compliance for websites means making your site accessible to people with disabilities, including those who use screen readers, keyboard navigation, or other assistive technologies. Courts have consistently ruled that websites are "places of public accommodation" under Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The accepted standard is WCAG 2.1 Level AA.
How much does an ADA compliance check cost?
You can check your website's ADA compliance for free using RatedWithAI's scanner. The free scan covers WCAG 2.1 Level AA criteria and gives you a compliance score, violation details, and fix recommendations. For ongoing monitoring and detailed reports, paid plans start at $19/month.
What happens if my website is not ADA compliant?
Non-compliant websites face legal risk. In 2025, over 8,667 ADA website lawsuits were filed — a record high. Average settlements range from $5,000 to $25,000 for first-time offenses, but serial plaintiffs can cost much more. Additionally, state and local government websites must comply with WCAG 2.1 AA by April 24, 2026 under the new Title II rule.
How long does it take to make a website ADA compliant?
It depends on the severity of issues. Minor fixes (alt text, color contrast, form labels) can be done in hours. More complex issues (keyboard navigation, ARIA implementation, video captions) may take weeks. A typical small business website takes 2-4 weeks to remediate. The first step is always to run a scan and understand what needs fixing.
Do small businesses need ADA compliant websites?
Yes. The ADA applies to all businesses that serve the public, regardless of size. In fact, 77% of ADA website lawsuits target businesses with under $25 million in annual revenue. Small businesses are often targeted because they're less likely to have compliant sites and more likely to settle quickly. The good news: most small business sites can reach compliance for under $500.
Can I check ADA compliance myself or do I need an expert?
You can start yourself with automated tools like RatedWithAI, which catch 30-40% of accessibility issues automatically. For full compliance, you'll also want manual testing (keyboard navigation, screen reader testing). Our scanner gives you a clear starting point and prioritizes issues by severity so you know what to fix first.
What is WCAG 2.1 Level AA and why does it matter for ADA?
WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) 2.1 Level AA is a set of 50 testable success criteria organized under four principles: Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, and Robust. While the ADA doesn't explicitly mention WCAG, courts and the DOJ consistently reference WCAG 2.1 AA as the technical standard for web accessibility. The April 2026 Title II rule formally adopts WCAG 2.1 AA for government websites.
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Related ADA Compliance Resources
ADA Compliance Checklist 2026
Step-by-step guide to full compliance
ADA Website Compliance Guide
Everything about Title I, II & III
WCAG Compliance Guide
POUR principles & Level AA criteria
Lawsuit Statistics 2026
8,667 lawsuits — know the numbers
Section 508 Guide
Federal government compliance
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