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Yes, if your business serves the public in the United States. Courts have consistently ruled that websites are places of public accommodation under ADA Title III. In 2025 alone, over 3,100 federal web accessibility lawsuits were filed, with e-commerce businesses representing nearly 70% of cases.

WCAG 2.2 (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) is the latest global standard for digital accessibility. Level AA is the compliance target most courts and regulators reference. WCAG 2.2 adds nine new success criteria over 2.1, including requirements for focus indicators, accessible authentication, and consistent help options.

Title II applies to state and local governments and now explicitly requires WCAG 2.1 AA compliance (DOJ 2024 rule). Title III applies to private businesses open to the public—courts have interpreted this to include websites, though a technical standard isn't explicitly written into the law.

AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act) applies to organizations operating in Ontario, Canada. Organizations with 20+ Ontario employees must file an accessibility compliance report by December 31, 2026.

Section 508 requires U.S. federal agencies and organizations receiving federal funding to make their information and communication technology accessible, adhering to WCAG 2.0 Level AA.

It depends on where your customers are and who you serve. U.S. businesses with an online presence face ADA Title III risk. EU-facing businesses need EAA compliance. Canadian businesses in Ontario need AODA. The good news: WCAG 2.2 AA compliance satisfies the technical requirements across all major frameworks.