Who Digital Accessibility Affects

Digital accessibility needs vary among individuals widely, influenced by factors such as disability type, severity, and assistive technology needs. Here are just some of the different kinds of people with accessibility needs to digital content:

• Visually Impaired: People who are blind or have impaired vision may rely on screen readers,
braille displays, or magnification software.
• Hearing Impaired: Individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing may require captions or
transcripts for multimedia content.
• Motor Impaired: Those with physical disabilities, such as cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy, may require alternative input devices, such as switches or speech recognition software.
• Cognitive Impaired: People with intellectual or cognitive disabilities are often aided by
simplified language, consistent layout, and clear instructions.
• Aged Citizens: Older adults may have difficulty with small text sizes, complex layouts, and
fast-paced interfaces, impacting how they access digital content.
• Temporary Disabilities: Individuals with temporary disabilities, like a broken arm, may
require alternative input methods, such as voice commands.

It is important to note that these are just a few examples, and digital accessibility needs can vary
greatly among individuals, even within the categories identified above. Providing digital content that is accessible to everyone is essential to ensure that people with disabilities can fully participate in the digital world.

For further information, and a list of key statistics, visit Scope.org.uk