Contact Form 7 vs Web Accessibility (formally known as Ally) – WCAG Scanning, Guided Fixes, Usability Widget

How to use this plug-in: If you install and activate this plug-in before installing Contact Form 7, the default form created by Contact Form 7 will be accessible. If you’ve already installed Contact Form 7, you’ll want to delete the default form and create new forms using the templates available in this plug-in. Use Contact Form 7 with an accessible default form This plug-in replaces the default template that Contact Form 7 automatically generates with an accessible equivalent of that form and adds a suite of additional basic form types that you can choose from to model your new forms. The plug-in doesn’t change anything about forms that have already been built with Contact Form 7. The structure of Contact Form 7 is such that it isn’t possible for the plug-in to rewrite existing forms for improved accessibility, but it is possible to make sure that the base you have for starting a form is accessible. Contact Form 7 is actually a very accessible plug-in. It has an accessible back-end, and if you create the right template, the front-end form will have great accessibility. Since version 4.5, Contact Form 7 has included the label element; but the usage of them is limited, and isn’t the best possible method. This plug-in supplies a new default form that includes everything you need to make your default form accessible. For more information about making Contact Form 7 accessible, read how to set up an accessible form using contact form 7, by Rian Rietveld.

Web Accessibility (formally known as Ally) is a free, powerful, and user-friendly plugin that helps WordPress creators build more accessible websites with ease. It simplifies accessibility with three essential tools: Accessibility Assistant – Scan your pages, detect accessibility violations, and follow guided steps to fix them. Make manual adjustments or apply AI-powered suggestions, and track your progress. Usability widget – Let visitors personalize their browsing experience with a floating accessibility menu. Features include font resizing, color contrast, image hiding, animation pausing, language selection, screen reader support, and more. Accessibility statement generator – Create a fully customized accessibility statement and publish it automatically on your site, helping meet WCAG and legal requirements. No expertise required – Just activate, configure, and start making your site more inclusive today. Built by Elementor and designed for every WordPress site. Why does web accessibility matter? Who Needs It? Every website owner, for businesses, creators, and agencies. Who is Responsible? Website owners are legally and ethically responsible for accessibility. The web creator who designs and builds the site must implement and adjust accessibility features to ensure compliance with WCAG guidelines and provide an inclusive experience for all users. Why Now? Rising legal requirements (WCAG, EAA) and better user experience. Why Should You Care? An accessible website isn’t just ethical; it’s good business. By prioritizing inclusivity, you improve user experience for everyone, boost your search engine rankings, and attract a wider audience. It’s the Law As accessibility standards continue to evolve and become mandatory, it’s important to start making website adjustments to comply with fast-approaching global regulations. Among its other capabilities, this plugin lets you instantly generate your website’s Accessibility Statement, which is now mandatory in most locales. The Web Accessibility plugin is not a substitute for a thorough accessibility audit and is NOT intended to completely make your website legally compliant. However, with it, you’re one step closer to making your website inclusive to more visitors, including those with visual, auditory, or cognitive challenges. Ensuring that your website complies with all applicable accessibility requirements is your responsibility. We recommend working with qualified accessibility professionals to help achieve full compliance. Key Features & Benefits Accessibility Assistant Scan any URL on demand to detect accessibility gaps Launch directly from WordPress or Elementor Step-by-step guidance to fix issues AI-powered remediation suggestions Progress tracking via a visual dashboard No accessibility expertise required How It Works Accessibility Assistant scans individual URLs for accessibility violations, categorizes them by type and severity, and provides actionable insights. You can apply manual fixes manually or use AI suggestions while tracking your progress over time. Accessibility Assistant helps you: Detect missing alternative text Label dynamic content & ARIA landmarks Validate forms & flag input errors Ensure keyboard & assistive tech compatibility Identify accessibility violations in tables Repair incorrect page structure & navigation Flag color contrast & visual style violations (coming soon) And detect 180+ other common accessibility violations based on WCAG 2.1 AA Accessibility Statement Generator Auto-generate a complete accessibility statement Customize and publish to a dedicated page Link it using the widget Usability Widget Offer visitors a customizable menu with features like: Contrast Modes (high, dark, light, negative) Font resizing & readable font toggle Pause animations & hide images Line height & text alignment options Keyboard navigation enhancements Underlined links & reading guide Skip to content / sitemap viewer Language selector Skip to Main Content Restore defaults & widget toggle Premium widget features are also available within paid plans, including: Screen reader compatibility improvements White labeling (remove Elementor branding) Language selector directly in the widget Usage analytics to gain actionable insights from visitor interactions Widget customization options for web creators Tailor the widget’s look and behavior with options like: Show/hide widget icon on mobile or desktop Select icon type and size Choose colors for icon, header, and text Define icon position (corner selection) Add/edit sitemap URL Enable/disable features per device or user role Get Started Today Create a better user experience for all with Web Accessibility Need help? Visit our help center or contact Support. This plugin requires a connection to an active Elementor account to identify the user and provide the purchased service. This connection is initiated manually by the user via the plugin’s settings panel. Learn more about our terms and conditions. This plugin uses a 3rd party service operated by Elementor. More accessibility features are on the way, so stay tuned! Related Plugins Email Deliverability: Manage transactional emails with ease. High deliverability, detailed logs and statistics, and no SMTP plugins needed. Image Optimizer: Compress and optimize your images, giving you leaner, faster websites. Automatically optimize any new image you upload or run a bulk optimization process for existing uploads.