How to Run a 5-Minute Accessibility Audit on Your Website

Originally published at AccessibleWeb Guide . You have heard the word "accessibility" enough times to know it matters. Maybe a customer complained they could not use your checkout. Maybe your lawyer mentioned something about compliance. Maybe you just want to do the right thing. This guide is different. You do not need to install anything. You do not need to read a line of code. All you need is a browser and five minutes. Why a Quick Audit Matters A full accessibility audit can take days and cost thousands of dollars. A five-minute check catches the big-ticket problems before you invest in a comprehensive review. Think of it like a smoke detector -- it does not replace a full fire inspection, but it tells you if the house is on fire right now. Step 1: The Tab Test (60 Seconds) Put your mouse aside. Click somewhere on the page, then press the Tab key repeatedly. Watch for: Can you see where you are? A visible outline should appear around each focused element. Does it follow a logical or