AudioEye Releases 2025 Digital Accessibility Index, Revealing Widespread Compliance Risks for Businesses
AudioEye (NASDAQ: AEYE) has released its 2025 Digital Accessibility Index, analyzing 15,000 websites across multiple industries. The study revealed an average of 297 accessibility issues per page, an eightfold increase from 37 issues in 2023, primarily due to improved testing capabilities.
Key findings show critical accessibility gaps:
- 38% of images lack proper alternative text
- 80% of pages have unclear link descriptions
- 35% of pages contain forms missing clear labels
The retail sector showed the highest vulnerability with 350.1 issues per page, while healthcare averaged 272 issues. The hospitality sector revealed 41% of pages had navigation problems for keyboard-only users. These accessibility barriers pose significant legal and compliance risks under ADA and EAA regulations.
AudioEye (NASDAQ: AEYE) ha pubblicato il suo Indice di Accessibilità Digitale 2025, analizzando 15.000 siti web in diversi settori. Lo studio ha rivelato una media di 297 problemi di accessibilità per pagina, un aumento otto volte rispetto ai 37 problemi del 2023, principalmente a causa del miglioramento delle capacità di test.
I risultati chiave mostrano lacune critiche nell'accessibilità:
- Il 38% delle immagini manca di un testo alternativo adeguato
- Il 80% delle pagine ha descrizioni di link poco chiare
- Il 35% delle pagine contiene moduli privi di etichette chiare
Il settore retail ha mostrato la maggiore vulnerabilità con 350,1 problemi per pagina, mentre il settore sanitario ha registrato una media di 272 problemi. Il settore dell'ospitalità ha rivelato che il 41% delle pagine presentava problemi di navigazione per gli utenti che utilizzano solo la tastiera. Queste barriere all'accessibilità comportano rischi legali e di conformità significativi ai sensi delle normative ADA ed EAA.
AudioEye (NASDAQ: AEYE) ha lanzado su Índice de Accesibilidad Digital 2025, analizando 15,000 sitios web en múltiples industrias. El estudio reveló un promedio de 297 problemas de accesibilidad por página, un aumento ocho veces mayor en comparación con los 37 problemas en 2023, principalmente debido a las mejoras en las capacidades de prueba.
Los hallazgos clave muestran brechas críticas en accesibilidad:
- El 38% de las imágenes carecen de texto alternativo adecuado
- El 80% de las páginas tienen descripciones de enlaces poco claras
- El 35% de las páginas contienen formularios sin etiquetas claras
El sector minorista mostró la mayor vulnerabilidad con 350.1 problemas por página, mientras que el sector de salud promedió 272 problemas. El sector de la hospitalidad reveló que el 41% de las páginas tenía problemas de navegación para usuarios que solo utilizan el teclado. Estas barreras de accesibilidad representan riesgos legales y de cumplimiento significativos bajo las regulaciones ADA y EAA.
오디오아이 (NASDAQ: AEYE)는 2025년 디지털 접근성 지수를 발표하며, 여러 산업에 걸쳐 15,000개의 웹사이트를 분석했습니다. 이 연구는 페이지당 평균 297개의 접근성 문제를 드러냈으며, 이는 2023년의 37개 문제에서 8배 증가한 수치로, 주로 테스트 능력의 향상 때문입니다.
주요 발견사항은 접근성의 심각한 격차를 보여줍니다:
- 38%의 이미지가 적절한 대체 텍스트를 결여하고 있습니다
- 80%의 페이지가 불명확한 링크 설명을 가지고 있습니다
- 35%의 페이지가 명확한 레이블이 없는 양식을 포함하고 있습니다
소매 부문은 페이지당 350.1개의 문제로 가장 높은 취약성을 보였고, 의료 부문은 평균 272개의 문제를 기록했습니다. 숙박업 부문에서는 41%의 페이지가 키보드 전용 사용자에 대한 탐색 문제를 드러냈습니다. 이러한 접근성 장벽은 ADA 및 EAA 규정에 따라 상당한 법적 및 준수 위험을 초래합니다.
AudioEye (NASDAQ: AEYE) a publié son Indice d'Accessibilité Numérique 2025, analysant 15 000 sites web dans plusieurs secteurs. L'étude a révélé une moyenne de 297 problèmes d'accessibilité par page, soit une augmentation multipliée par huit par rapport aux 37 problèmes en 2023, principalement en raison de l'amélioration des capacités de test.
Les résultats clés montrent des lacunes critiques en matière d'accessibilité :
- 38 % des images manquent de texte alternatif approprié
- 80 % des pages ont des descriptions de liens peu claires
- 35 % des pages contiennent des formulaires sans étiquettes claires
Le secteur de la vente au détail a montré la plus grande vulnérabilité avec 350,1 problèmes par page, tandis que le secteur de la santé a enregistré une moyenne de 272 problèmes. Le secteur de l'hôtellerie a révélé que 41 % des pages avaient des problèmes de navigation pour les utilisateurs de clavier uniquement. Ces barrières à l'accessibilité posent des risques juridiques et de conformité significatifs en vertu des réglementations ADA et EAA.
AudioEye (NASDAQ: AEYE) hat seinen Digital Accessibility Index 2025 veröffentlicht, der 15.000 Websites aus verschiedenen Branchen analysiert. Die Studie ergab im Durchschnitt 297 Zugänglichkeitsprobleme pro Seite, was einem achtfachen Anstieg gegenüber 37 Problemen im Jahr 2023 entspricht, hauptsächlich aufgrund verbesserter Testmöglichkeiten.
Wichtige Ergebnisse zeigen kritische Zugänglichkeitslücken:
- 38% der Bilder fehlen ansprechender Alternativtexte
- 80% der Seiten haben unklare Linkbeschreibungen
- 35% der Seiten enthalten Formulare ohne klare Beschriftungen
Der Einzelhandelssektor zeigte die größte Anfälligkeit mit 350,1 Problemen pro Seite, während der Gesundheitssektor im Durchschnitt 272 Probleme aufwies. Der Gastgewerbesektor offenbarte, dass 41% der Seiten Navigationsprobleme für Tastaturbenutzer aufwiesen. Diese Zugänglichkeitsbarrieren stellen erhebliche rechtliche und Compliance-Risiken gemäß ADA- und EAA-Vorschriften dar.
- Improved testing capabilities detecting more accessibility issues
- Market leadership in WCAG testing capabilities
- Significant increase in detected accessibility issues (297 vs 37 in 2023)
- High vulnerability to potential lawsuits and regulatory penalties
- Substantial compliance gaps across major industries
Analysis of 15,000 websites finds an average of 297 accessibility issues per page, highlighting significant legal vulnerabilities across retail, hospitality, and other industries
This eightfold increase in issues detected is primarily due to improvements in AudioEye's automated testing capabilities, which can test more of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) than any other solution on the market.
"Many businesses don't realize their accessibility compliance gap until they take a closer look at their websites," said David Moradi, CEO of AudioEye. "This year's Index reveals the true scale of digital inaccessibility, and the results are alarming. The surge in detected issues highlights the risks and legal exposure companies face. Businesses that rely solely on automation to meet accessibility requirements are leaving significant gaps that could lead to lawsuits, lost customers, and regulatory penalties. True compliance requires both cutting-edge technology and custom fixes from experts."
Key Findings: Frequent Accessibility Issues Put Businesses at Risk
The 2025 Digital Accessibility Index reveals many accessibility failures related to website navigation and overall usability, significantly impacting the user experience for people with disabilities:
38% of images lacked proper alternative text (alt text), making it difficult for people with visual disabilities to interpret images, charts, and other non-text content.80% of pages had links without clear descriptions, preventing screen reader users from understanding their purpose before clicking.35% of pages had forms missing clear labels or instructions, creating obstacles for users relying on assistive technology to complete transactions, schedule appointments, or perform other tasks.
Impact of Accessibility Barriers Across Industries
The Index also highlights accessibility challenges across industries, many of which can disrupt essential user actions. A few examples from the report include:
- Retail: Retail websites had the highest number of accessibility issues across industries, with an average of 350.1 issues per page. Inaccessible product photos and mislabeled checkout forms hinder people with disabilities from completing purchases, impacting sales and customer acquisition.
- Hospitality:
41% of travel and hospitality webpages had accessibility issues that made it hard for keyboard-only users to navigate content, search, or make reservations–directly impacting their ability to book and modify travel. - Healthcare: On average, healthcare sites had 272 issues per page, including inaccessible forms, labels, and buttons that make it difficult for patients to schedule appointments, complete forms, or access test results.
Laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the European Accessibility Act (EAA) establish clear accessibility requirements, and non-compliance can result in lawsuits, regulatory fines, and lost revenue. As digital accessibility enforcement increases globally, businesses must be proactive to ensure compliance and maximum legal protection.
To view the full report, visit audioeye.com/2025-digital-accessibility-index/.
About AudioEye
AudioEye exists to ensure the digital future we build is accessible. The gold standard for digital accessibility, AudioEye's comprehensive solution combines industry-leading AI automation technology with expert fixes informed by the disability community. This powerful combination delivers industry-leading protection, ensuring businesses of all sizes — including over 126,000 customers like Samsung, Calvin Klein, and Samsonite — meet and exceed compliance standards. With 24 US patents, AudioEye's solution includes 24/7 accessibility monitoring, automated WCAG issue testing and fixes, expert testing, developer tools, and legal protection, empowering organizations to confidently create accessible digital experiences for all.
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