As digital workflows become more document-driven, tech companies are realizing that accessibility doesn’t end with websites or apps, it includes every downloadable file, including PDFs.
What Are PDF Accessibility Tools?
These tools help identify and fix barriers in your documents that prevent users with disabilities from accessing the content. From missing text tags to improperly structured reading orders, inaccessible PDFs can break the user experience for people relying on screen readers or keyboard navigation.
PDF accessibility tools simplify remediation by automating tedious fixes and flagging issues you might not spot otherwise.
Why This Matters in Tech
Tech teams use PDFs constantly: technical documentation, sales collateral, compliance reports, HR policies, you name it. If these files aren’t accessible, you’re leaving customers, partners, and employees behind.
Worse yet, failing to provide accessible documents could violate laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or Section 508, especially for companies working with government or education sectors.
Accessibility as a Brand Standard
When your PDFs are accessible, you’re doing more than checking a compliance box. You’re creating:
- Better user experiences for all
- Stronger alignment with inclusive design principles
- A more professional and polished digital presence
In a competitive tech landscape, those details matter.
EqualWeb’s PDF Accessibility Tools
PDF accessibility tools from EqualWeb give you control and visibility over your document accessibility. Use them to scan, tag, and remediate files quickly, without needing to start from scratch or hire outside consultants.
Whether it’s one file or an entire library, these tools make it easy to ensure everything you share is accessible by default.
Final Thoughts
PDFs should be as accessible as the platforms that host them. With the right tools, tech companies can eliminate friction, reduce risk, and lead by example.
Now’s the time to embed accessibility into every part of your digital presence, starting with your documents.
