World Accessibility Day: our daily commitment
World Accessibility Day: our daily commitment
World Accessibility Day: our daily commitment. On World Accessibility Day, we celebrate not only technological progress but also the social commitment to making digital environments open to everyone. Cosmobile has always embraced an innovative and inclusive vision, creating digital solutions and products that prioritize user experience beyond mere technological needs.
What is digital accessibility?
Digital accessibility ensures that websites and platforms are usable by everyone, regardless of their abilities or limitations. During the development and design phase, this means adopting an approach that includes:
- Clean and semantic code: Using semantic HTML and structuring content with appropriate tags facilitates navigation for screen readers, improving content comprehension for visually impaired users.
- Inclusive design: Choosing colors with adequate contrast and responsive layouts enhances the visual experience and ensures accessibility across devices.
- Navigation and interaction: Designing interfaces that support keyboard navigation reduces dependence on a mouse.
- Alternative content: Integrating alt text for images, captions for videos, and transcripts for audio files ensures accessibility for all.
Digital accessibility is not an extra feature but an essential component to breaking down barriers that limit access to information and digital services.
Why is this important?
Accessibility is not just about compliance or design—it is a fundamental social value. An accessible website allows millions of people—including the elderly, individuals with temporary or permanent disabilities, and users in unique circumstances—to navigate easily and intuitively. Beyond enhancing user experience, accessibility reduces abandonment rates, increases brand loyalty, and creates significant economic opportunities.
Our approach: human first, then digital
Cosmobile stands out for its human-centered and responsible approach. Before designing cutting-edge digital solutions, the company considers inclusivity and the needs of every user. From simplified design that promotes intuitive navigation and optimal readability to accessible development practices that adhere to international standards, Cosmobile demonstrates that innovation should serve people before businesses.
Ecommerce accessibility with Hyvä
Ecommerce accessibility is now more important than ever in ensuring an inclusive shopping experience. Starting June 23, 2025, the Accessibility Act will come into effect, requiring all businesses to comply with accessibility regulations to ensure their websites are usable by everyone.
Through its partnership with Hyvä—the design framework for Magento—Cosmobile develops accessible Ecommerce platforms, ensuring:
- Semantic HTML for a clear and easily understandable structure.
- Keyboard navigation, essential for users with motor impairments.
- Optimized modal windows, with automatic focus for easier navigation.
- Accessible colors, fonts, and spacing to guarantee readability and usability.
- Compatibility with assistive technologies such as NVDA and VoiceOver.
Hyvä also provides a UI Library, a collection of accessible, ready-to-use components for Magento 2, reducing development time and costs. Today, an accessible Ecommerce platform is not just an option but a necessity for building an inclusive and welcoming digital experience for everyone.
One day, every day
Celebrated annually, this day reminds us of the importance of overcoming digital barriers and adopting solutions that consider user diversity. In an era where technology evolves at an incredible pace, accessibility is a crucial factor for the success of any online project.
Innovation means inclusion
Cosmobile remains a reliable partner for B2B companies, offering digital solutions that not only meet market demands but also contribute to a more equitable digital future.
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