Ensure your products are accessible to all and compliant everywhere.
VPAT?
The Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) is a standardized document that outlines how your digital products (websites, software, or applications) meet accessibility standards like WCAG, Section 508, and EN 301 549. It acts as a transparency tool to showcase your accessibility efforts.
ACR?
The Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) is the completed version of a VPAT. It provides a detailed summary of your product's accessibility performance based on the VPAT template.
From Template to Report:
The Connection Between VPAT and ACR
The VPAT (Voluntary Product Accessibility Template) is the foundation for documenting the accessibility of your digital products, such as websites, software, or applications. It acts as a blueprint, guiding the evaluation process by aligning with standards like WCAG, Section 508, and EN 301 549.
Once the VPAT is completed, it evolves into the Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR). The ACR is the final output that consolidates all findings from the VPAT into a polished, easy-to-share document. It provides specific details about which criteria your product supports, partially supports, or does not support.
Why This Connection Matters?
Ensures Clarity
The VPAT Organizes The Evaluation Process, While The ACR Communicates The Results In A Clear And Actionable Way.
Supports Compliance
They Offer The Evidence Needed To Meet Accessibility Standards For Government, Enterprises, And Procurement Teams.
Demonstrates Transparency
The ACR Shows Your Commitment To Inclusivity And Builds Trust With Your Audience.
Layman Terms
Who Needs a VPAT?
A VPAT is essential for organizations that aim to comply with accessibility regulations and expand their market opportunities. It’s particularly relevant for:
Required to comply with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Organizations receiving government funding must meet accessibility standards.
Contractors providing digital services to government bodies need VPAT documentation.
Businesses targeting public sector clients must showcase their accessibility compliance.
Organizations offering digital products like software, websites, or applications.
Companies looking to meet standards like WCAG, EN 301 549, or other regional accessibility regulations.
Creating a VPAT and ACR involves a unified process that assesses your product’s accessibility and documents compliance comprehensively. Here’s how:
Perform a Detailed Accessibility Audit
Document Compliance
Review and Validate Findings
Publish and Share Your VPAT & ACR
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