What Does Our Seal Mean?
The WCAG 2.2 AA Tested seal is a trust mark issued by A3S (Perspective Tester) indicating that your digital content has been professionally audited and tested by our team of certified accessibility professionals, including DHS Trusted Testers and IAAP-certified experts.
Important Disclaimer
This seal is not an official endorsement from the W3C, WAI, or any government body. It represents testing and verification performed by our certified team against WCAG 2.2 AA guidelines. It is a trust seal demonstrating our professional assessment of your content's accessibility.
Understanding Our Trust Seal
Clear information about what our seal represents and what it doesn't
What This Seal IS
- A trust mark from A3S / Perspective Tester
- Verification that DHS Trusted Testers and IAAP-certified experts tested your content
- Confirmation of testing against WCAG 2.2 AA criteria
- Evidence of good-faith accessibility efforts
What This Seal is NOT
- ✕Not an official W3C or WAI endorsement
- ✕Not a government certification or compliance guarantee
- ✕Not a permanent certification (testing is point-in-time)
Certified by Government & Industry Leaders
Our team holds certifications from both U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP), combining official government testing methodology with globally recognized accessibility expertise.
DHS Trusted Tester
Trusted Tester for Web Certification v5.1
The definitive credential for U.S. federal accessibility compliance. DHS Trusted Testers are authorized to conduct official Section 508 conformance evaluations using the ICT Testing Baseline, a standardized, reproducible testing protocol established by the Department of Homeland Security and recognized across all federal agencies.
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In addition to DHS certification, our team holds credentials from the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP), the globally recognized credentialing organization that validates comprehensive accessibility knowledge, from universal design principles to technical implementation.
CPACC
Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies
IAAP's foundational certification covering universal design, standards, laws, and management strategies.
WAS
Web Accessibility Specialist
Advanced technical certification for professionals who test and remediate web content for WCAG compliance.
CPWA
Certified Professional in Web Accessibility
Combined CPACC + WAS certification demonstrating comprehensive accessibility expertise.
Why Both Certifications Matter
DHS Trusted Tester provides the official government-approved methodology for Section 508 compliance testing, essential for federal work and legal defensibility. IAAP certifications complement this with broader knowledge of international standards (WCAG), universal design principles, and accessibility management. Together, they ensure comprehensive coverage of both U.S. federal requirements and global accessibility best practices.
How We Test Your Content
Before awarding our trust seal, our certified professionals conduct comprehensive testing using the DHS Trusted Tester methodology and additional techniques that go far beyond automated scans. We use the ICT Testing Baseline combined with industry best practices to thoroughly evaluate accessibility against WCAG 2.2 AA and Section 508 criteria.
Automated Testing
Industry-leading tools (axe, WAVE, Lighthouse) to quickly identify programmatic issues
Keyboard Navigation
Complete keyboard-only testing to ensure all functionality is accessible without a mouse
Screen Reader Testing
Manual testing with JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver to verify assistive technology compatibility
Visual Testing
Color contrast analysis, text spacing adjustments, and zoom testing up to 400%
Cognitive Review
Assessment of content clarity, navigation consistency, and error prevention
Document Review
PDF/UA compliance testing for downloadable documents and forms
The Guidelines We Test Against
Our testing is based on the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines are the internationally recognized standard for web accessibility. Our seal indicates that we have tested your content against these criteria.
Perceivable
Information and UI components must be presentable in ways all users can perceive, including alternatives for non-text content.
Operable
Interface components and navigation must be operable by all users, including keyboard-only and assistive technology users.
Understandable
Information and operation of the UI must be understandable, with readable content and predictable functionality.
Robust
Content must be robust enough to be interpreted reliably by assistive technologies and remain accessible as technologies evolve.
WCAG Conformance Levels
WCAG defines three levels of conformance. Level AA is the globally recognized standard and is required by most accessibility laws and regulations.
Level A (Minimum)
Basic accessibility requirements. Essential for any website to be usable.
30 success criteria
Level AA (Standard)
The recommended conformance level. Required by most laws and regulations worldwide.
20 additional criteria
Level AAA (Enhanced)
Highest level of accessibility. Not required for entire sites but beneficial for specific content.
28 additional criteria
WCAG 2.2 is the latest version (released October 2023) and includes 9 new success criteria, with particular focus on cognitive accessibility and mobile/touch interactions.
Legal Requirements by Region
United States
ADA, Section 508
European Union
European Accessibility Act
Canada
AODA, ACA
United Kingdom
Equality Act, PSBAR
Australia
DDA
Why Professional Testing Matters
Digital accessibility is a legal requirement in many jurisdictions. While our seal is not a legal certification, having your content professionally tested by certified experts demonstrates good-faith effort toward accessibility compliance.
Beyond legal considerations, accessible content ensures that the estimated 1 billion+ people worldwide with disabilities can access your content, expanding your audience and demonstrating your commitment to inclusion.
Get Your Content Professionally Tested
With the A3S program, our DHS Trusted Testers and IAAP-certified experts test your content against WCAG 2.2 AA and Section 508 criteria, provide detailed remediation guidance, and award our trust seal upon successful evaluation.