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Making Your AI Assistant Accessible to Everyone

Accessibility isn't optional. Here's how to make your AI assistant work for all users.

Assisters TeamSeptember 10, 20255 min read

Making Your AI Assistant Accessible to Everyone

1 in 4 adults has a disability. Is your AI assistant serving them?

Why Accessibility Matters

  • 26% of adults have some disability
  • Legal requirements (ADA, EAA)
  • Larger addressable market
  • Better experience for everyone

Accessibility Considerations

Visual Impairments

  • Screen reader compatibility
  • High contrast support
  • Keyboard navigation
  • Clear focus indicators

Hearing Impairments

  • Text-based is naturally accessible
  • Visual notifications for alerts
  • Captions for any audio/video

Motor Impairments

  • Large click/tap targets
  • Keyboard-only operation
  • Reduced motion options
  • Generous timeout settings

Cognitive Considerations

  • Simple, clear language
  • Consistent navigation
  • Error recovery support
  • Reading level appropriate

Implementation Checklist

  • [ ] Semantic HTML in chat widget
  • [ ] ARIA labels on interactive elements
  • [ ] Keyboard navigation support
  • [ ] Color contrast 4.5:1 minimum
  • [ ] Focus visible indicators
  • [ ] Screen reader testing
  • [ ] Motion reduction respect

Testing Your AI

1. Navigate with keyboard only

2. Test with screen readers (NVDA, VoiceOver)

3. Check color contrast

4. Verify at 200% zoom

5. Test with voice control


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