Faster, lighter accessibility scans with no browser needed
Accessibility checks now run much faster and more reliably on all platforms by switching to a lightweight HTML scanner that skips the need for a full browser environment.
We've revamped our accessibility scanning tool to provide you with a smoother and speedier experience. Instead of relying on a full browser setup, which could be slow and tricky to run in some environments, we've switched to a lightweight HTML scanner that fetches the page and checks it with simple, efficient rules.
Speed and reliability improvements
Now, scans complete in under a second—dramatically faster than before—making it easier to integrate accessibility checks into your workflows without waiting. Because it doesn’t need a browser backend, it works great even on serverless platforms, avoiding any compatibility or download hassles.
Essential accessibility covered thoroughly
While lighter, this new scanner still covers 17 important checks aligned with WCAG 2.1 standards. It looks out for key things like alt text on images, labels on inputs, proper use of headings, language attributes, skip links, focus indicators, and ARIA roles. This helps ensure your pages meet essential accessibility requirements with confidence and speed.