WCAG Pulse is an automated web accessibility testing platform that scans websites for WCAG 2.1 and WCAG 2.2 compliance issues using the axe-core engine. It provides detailed reports with specific element selectors, code snippets, and actionable fix recommendations.

What accessibility standards does WCAG Pulse support?

WCAG Pulse supports WCAG 2.0, WCAG 2.1, and WCAG 2.2 at all conformance levels (A, AA, AAA). It also helps with Section 508, ADA Title III, and EN 301 549 compliance requirements.

How much does WCAG Pulse cost?

WCAG Pulse offers a Free plan (100 pages/month, 1 site), Starter at $35/month (500 pages, 3 sites), Pro at $79/month (2,500 pages, 10 sites, Slack integration), and Business at $199/month (12,000 pages, 50 sites, API access). Annual billing saves 17%.

What accessibility issues can WCAG Pulse detect?

WCAG Pulse detects issues including: missing alt text, insufficient color contrast, missing form labels, keyboard accessibility problems, ARIA attribute errors, heading structure issues, missing document language, and many more automated checks powered by axe-core.

Can I integrate WCAG Pulse with my CI/CD pipeline?

Yes, WCAG Pulse provides a RESTful API (available on Pro and Business plans) that can be integrated with GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, and other CI/CD tools to automate accessibility testing as part of your deployment workflow.

How accurate is WCAG Pulse scanning?

WCAG Pulse uses axe-core, which has a zero false-positive guarantee for detected issues. Automated testing covers approximately 60% of WCAG criteria. For complete WCAG 2.2 compliance, we recommend combining automated testing with manual review.

Automated WCAG Accessibility Testing for Websites

Scan your website for WCAG 2.1 & 2.2 compliance issues. Get detailed reports with fix recommendations and track your accessibility progress over time.

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Web Accessibility Testing Features

WCAG Pulse uses the axe-core engine to automatically scan your websites for accessibility issues against WCAG 2.1 and WCAG 2.2 guidelines.

Automated WCAG Scanning

Scan your entire website automatically. Detect issues like missing alt text, color contrast problems, keyboard navigation issues, and more.

Detailed Accessibility Reports

Get comprehensive reports with severity levels, affected elements, and step-by-step fix recommendations. Export to PDF for compliance documentation.

Accessibility Progress Tracking

Monitor your accessibility score over time. Track issue resolution across your entire organization with scheduled automated scans.

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WCAG 2.1 & 2.2 Compliance Levels Explained

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) define three levels of conformance. Most regulations, including ADA and Section 508, require Level AA compliance.

Level A

Minimum Accessibility

Essential requirements: text alternatives for images, keyboard accessibility, and basic content structure.

Level AA

Recommended Standard

Required by most laws: color contrast ratios, consistent navigation, and error prevention. Start here.

Level AAA

Enhanced Accessibility

Highest conformance: sign language for video, enhanced contrast, and comprehensive audio descriptions.

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Why Automated Accessibility Testing Matters

Over 1 billion people worldwide live with some form of disability. Making your website accessible isn't just about compliance—it's about reaching your entire audience.

Automated accessibility testing helps you:

Meet legal requirements — ADA, Section 508, and AODA compliance
Improve SEO — Accessible sites rank better in search engines
Expand your audience — Reach users with disabilities
Reduce legal risk — Avoid accessibility lawsuits

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