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 tests the WCAG 2.1 and 2.2 rules that axe-core supports at Levels A and AA, plus AAA rules on Pro. These overlap with Section 508, ADA and EN 301 549 requirements, which are based on WCAG.

How much does WCAG Pulse cost?

WCAG Pulse offers Starter at $19/month (500 pages, 3 sites) and Pro at $49/month (2,500 pages, unlimited sites, Slack integration, your logo on reports). Every plan includes a 14-day free trial, and you can scan 1 site free. Annual billing saves about 16%.

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, on the Pro plan. WCAG Pulse can send a webhook to your pipeline when a scan finishes, with the score and issue counts, so a build can fail when the score is below your minimum. There is no public scanning API yet.

How accurate is WCAG Pulse scanning?

WCAG Pulse uses axe-core, which is designed to avoid false positives, so reported problems are usually real. Automated testing still finds only part of WCAG problems, so combine it with manual review for full conformance.

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 — Clear headings, alt text and labels also help search engines understand your pages
Expand your audience — Reach users with disabilities
Reduce legal risk — Find and fix the problems that accessibility lawsuits usually point to

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Scan 1 site free, no card needed. Paid plans include a 14-day free trial.

Simple, Transparent Pricing

Start free with 1 site, or try a paid plan free for 14 days. See full plan comparison.

Starter

For small websites

$19 /month

Free for 14 days, then $19/mo. Cancel anytime.

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3 sites
500 pages/month
WCAG 2.2 Level AA scanning
Detailed issue reports
PDF report exports
CSV data export

Pro

For growing businesses

$49 /month

Free for 14 days, then $49/mo. Cancel anytime.