Why ADA Compliance Matters and Why Every Salt Song Website Includes It
At Salt Song, we don’t just build websites we build smarter websites. That means every site we create is designed to be ADA compliant from the start. But what does that actually mean and why is it worth the investment?
What Is ADA Compliance?
An ADA compliant website ensures that people with disabilities, including those who use screen readers, voice commands or keyboard navigation can access and use your website effectively. This isn’t just about good design, it is about equal access.
In the United States, laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) require digital experiences to be accessible. Many businesses have faced costly lawsuits for failing to meet these standards. Considering that 1 in 4 Americans lives with a disability, accessibility is not just a legal or financial concern. It is about respecting and welcoming a significant portion of your potential audience.
Why Most Websites Miss the Mark
Unfortunately, most websites today are not accessible. Many developers still do not prioritize ADA compliance during the design process. To patch these issues later, some businesses turn to third-party overlay tools like AccessiBe or UserWay. These services typically start at about $60 per month or more. In recent years these tools have become controversial and in some cases they have actually triggered lawsuits for making accessibility worse.
Leading accessibility experts and members of the disabled community widely agree that overlays do not create accessible websites. They often make it even more difficult or impossible for disabled people to access the website.
How We Do It Differently
At Salt Song, we have loved ones who struggle with disabilities, so we value inclusivity. We believe the smartest and most cost effective way to handle accessibility is to build it in from the beginning. That’s why every Salt Song website is built using ADA best practices. No costly add-ons and no leaving anyone out.
And here’s the bonus: accessibility best practices overlap with good web development! Clean and well structured code isn’t just easier for screen readers, it’s also easier for search engines to understand. That means our websites aren’t just inclusive, they are optimized for performance, speed and visibility. It's the foundation of Search Engine Optimization or SEO.
What You Get with a Salt Song Website
- ADA compliant website structure
- Mobile responsiveness (essential for accessibility and usability)
- Secure SSL included
- Modern, stable HTML (not bloated builders)
- SEO friendly code that helps your site rank better
The bottom line is that ADA compliance is not just an add on at Salt Song and it won't cost you double as it would with most website developers. Accessibility is one of our core values. We will build your website to include everyone, protect your business from lawsuits, expand your audience and do the right thing. It's a win-win for everyone and that's what makes our websites smarter.
