Authenticated Scanning — Test Login-Protected Pages
AriaProbe Authenticated Scanning helps you test accessibility inside login-protected pages and real user flows with confidence. Scan dashboards, portals, account areas, and internal experiences that public scanners often miss. Review protected content with clear issue reporting across severity, category, and rule. Understand where barriers appear in authenticated journeys so developers can fix issues faster. Use AriaProbe to bring structured accessibility testing into the parts of your product that matter most.
Scan Behind Login Walls for Accessibility Issues
Enter your URL and credentials to scan dashboards, portals, account areas, and internal experiences that public scanners can't reach. Our authenticated scanning works with SSO, MFA, CAPTCHA, and magic links.
What Is Authenticated Scanning?
Authenticated scanning is a specialized testing method that accesses and evaluates content behind login walls — areas like user dashboards, admin portals, customer accounts, and checkout flows that public accessibility checkers can't reach.
What We Check:
| Category | What We Test |
|---|---|
| User Dashboards | Account settings, profile pages, activity feeds |
| Admin Portals | Content management, analytics, team management |
| E-commerce Checkout | Cart, payment forms, order confirmation |
| Customer Accounts | Login, registration, password reset |
| Internal Tools | Employee portals, HR systems, project management |
| Gated Content | Subscription areas, members-only content |
Why Authenticated Scanning Matters
Public Scanners Miss Critical Pages
Most WCAG compliance tools only test public-facing pages. They can't access:
- User dashboards with account settings
- Admin portals with team management
- Checkout flows with payment forms
- Customer accounts with personal data
- Internal tools with employee information
Protect Your Business
If your authenticated pages aren't accessible, you're at risk of:
- ADA lawsuits from users who can't access their accounts
- Lost customers who abandon inaccessible checkout flows
- Section 508 compliance violations for government portals
- Damaged reputation and brand trust
Comprehensive Coverage
Authenticated accessibility testing ensures every part of your website is accessible — not just the pages anyone can see.
How Authenticated Scanning Works
Step 1: Provide Access Details like Enter your URL and authentication method — username/password, cookie import, or SSO configuration.
Step 2: Configure Scan Settings Choose your target pages, WCAG 2.2 level, and scan depth
Step 3: Run the Scan Our system logs in and scans all protected content for accessibility issues.
Step 4: Review & Fix Get detailed reports with AI-powered code fixes for every violation.
Authentication Methods Supported
| Method | How It Works |
|---|---|
| Username + Password | Auto-login with credentials |
| Cookie Import | Import session cookies (EditThisCookie) |
| SSO | Single sign-on integration |
| MFA | Multi-factor authentication support |
| CAPTCHA | CAPTCHA handling for secure logins |
| Magic Links | Email-based authentication links |
Who Benefits from Authenticated Scanning?
| Who | Why |
| E-commerce Businesses | Test checkout flows, payment forms, and customer accounts |
| Government Agencies | Ensure public portals and internal systems meet Section 508 |
| Healthcare Providers | Test patient portals and medical records systems |
| Financial Institutions | Scan online banking and investment platforms |
| Software Companies | Test SaaS dashboards and admin interfaces |
| Educational Institutions | Verify student portals and learning management systems |
Key Features
80+ Automated Checks
All 87 WCAG 2.2 success criteria mapped with comprehensive coverage.
AI-Powered Fixes
Copy-paste-ready code for every violation. Cut remediation time from hours to minutes.
Session Persistence
Maintain login state across multiple pages for complete coverage.
Enterprise PDF Reports
Professional reports with executive summary, grouped issues, and methodology page.
Compliance Mapping
Every issue cross-referenced against WCAG, ADA Title III, Section 508, EAA, and AODA.
What Standards Do We Check?
| Standard | Coverage |
| WCAG 2.2 AA | International web accessibility standard |
| ADA Title III | US public accommodation requirements |
| Section 508 | US federal government accessibility |
| EAA | EU digital accessibility law |
| AODA | Ontario, Canada accessibility law |
Frequently Asked Questions
Start Your Free Authenticated Scan Today
Don't let login-protected pages remain untested. Run your first authenticated scan today and get instant insights into compliance issues behind your login walls.
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