Accessibility conformance

The degree to which a digital product meets the requirements of an accessibility standard such as WCAG, typically assessed at Level A, AA, or AAA. While conformance provides a measurable baseline for accessibility, it does not guarantee usability for all disabled users — a site can be technically conformant yet still present significant barriers. Effective accessibility practice treats conformance as a starting point rather than an endpoint, complementing automated testing with user research and ongoing maintenance.