When it comes to accessibility, automated tools are a great start — but they can only take you halfway. True accessibility means real people testing your website using real assistive technologies. As a screen reader user myself with over 15 years of experience in web accessibility, I’ve seen how combining manual and automated testing uncovers the real picture of your website’s accessibility. Let’s explore why both types of audits matter, what our process looks like, and how you can understand your website’s accessibility score the right way.
Automated vs. Manual Audit — Why You Need Both for WCAG 2.1 and 2.2 AA Compliance
Automated tools can scan your website and quickly catch basic issues like missing alt text, low color contrast, or heading errors. They’re fast and helpful — but not complete. Many accessibility barriers can only be identified by human testers using assistive technologies such as screen readers, keyboards, or magnifiers.
WCAG 2.1 and the newer WCAG 2.2 standards go deeper, ensuring your website is not just accessible on paper but in real use. For example, WCAG 2.2 introduces new success criteria related to focus appearance, target size, and consistent navigation — areas that need hands-on testing.
That’s why at Beyond Our Vision, we combine both methods: automation for speed, and manual review for accuracy.
Step-by-Step Process: Our Website Accessibility Audit in Pakistan
Our process is simple but thorough.
- Initial Scan: We start with an automated test to catch common issues and generate a quick overview.
- Manual Testing: Next, I personally review your website using screen reader tools and keyboard-only navigation. This step reveals what automated tools miss — especially issues with focus visibility, reading order, and labels.
- WCAG 2.1 and 2.2 Review: We evaluate your website against the latest success criteria to ensure global readiness.
- Report & Fixes: You receive a clear report showing your current accessibility score, specific problems, and easy-to-understand recommendations for your team.
Our goal is to make accessibility testing in Pakistan more transparent, practical, and aligned with international standards.
How to Read Your Website Accessibility Score and Prioritize Fixes
Many tools show a “website accessibility score” — usually out of 100. While it’s useful, don’t rely on it alone. A high score doesn’t always mean your website is accessible for real users. For example, automated tools may miss forms that are unlabeled or buttons that can’t be reached by keyboard. The key is to interpret your score correctly.
- Scores below 70 mean major barriers exist and need urgent attention.
- Scores between 70–90 indicate moderate accessibility with room for improvement.
- Scores above 90 suggest good progress, but manual testing is still needed for WCAG 2.2 coverage.
We help you focus on fixes that have the biggest impact — both for compliance and for your users’ experience.
Our Certifications — The Digital Accessibility Expert Pakistan Advantage
At Beyond Our Vision, we don’t just rely on theory. With over 25 Deque University certifications and 15 years of hands-on experience in accessibility, I bring both technical skill and lived experience as a screen reader user. That combination allows me to test your website the way real users interact with it.
Whether you’re preparing for international clients, a government tender, or simply want to make your website inclusive, our accessibility testing in Pakistan ensures compliance with WCAG 2.1, WCAG 2.2, ADA, and Section 508 standards.
Let’s Go Beyond Automated Tools — Make Accessibility Real
Automated scans give numbers, but real testing gives insight. If you want your website to stand out globally and perform better in SEO, accessibility is your edge. Contact Beyond Our Vision today for a complete website accessibility audit in Pakistan.