At Dogwood, we’ve always been committed to building websites with accessibility in mind. Over the past two years, under the leadership of our Director of Technology, John Furr, we’ve placed an even greater emphasis on ensuring that our websites meet the highest accessibility standards. Now, we’re excited to take our commitment even further by offering Ally – Web Accessibility to all Dogwood-hosted websites at no cost!
What is Ally – Web Accessibility?
Ally is a powerful tool designed to improve website accessibility, ensuring users of all abilities can easily navigate your site. While accessibility should always be built into a website’s foundation, Ally serves as an additional layer of support, enhancing the browsing experience for all visitors.
Key Features of Ally:
- Customizable Accessibility Interface—This interface allows users to adjust text size, contrast, cursor visibility, and other settings to personalize their experience.
- Accessibility Statement Generator – Automatically provides an accessibility statement for your website, reinforcing your commitment to inclusivity.
- Seamless Integration—It works with all Dogwood-hosted websites, including those built with Elementor, ensuring smooth and efficient functionality.
Customization Options:
- Icon Appearance & Placement—Modify the Ally icon’s design, size, and location to match your website’s aesthetic.
- Feature Selection – Choose which accessibility options to offer, tailoring the experience to your visitors’ needs.
Why This Matters
Providing an accessible website isn’t just about compliance—it’s about inclusivity. Websites prioritizing accessibility reach a broader audience, improve user experience, and even enhance SEO rankings. At Dogwood, we believe accessibility should be a standard, not an add-on, which is why we’re making Ally completely free for all our hosting clients.
If your website is hosted with Dogwood, you don’t need to do anything—Ally has already been added to your site! If you’d like to customize its settings or placement, feel free to reach out, and we’ll be happy to help.
