Free Form Accessibility Checker
Scan your forms for missing labels, poor error handling, and input barriers. Make sure every user can complete your forms, from signup to checkout.
How Our Form Accessibility Checker Works
Our form checker examines every form element on your page for accessibility compliance. It detects inputs without associated labels, missing fieldset/legend groupings for related controls, forms without proper error identification, inputs relying solely on placeholder text as labels, missing autocomplete attributes, and buttons without accessible names.
The Impact of Form Accessibility Checker Issues
Forms are where conversions happen - signups, purchases, contact requests. When forms are not accessible, you lose customers and risk lawsuits. Inaccessible checkout forms are a top reason e-commerce sites get sued under the ADA. Users who rely on screen readers, voice control, or keyboard navigation must be able to complete every form on your site.
Issues Our Form Accessibility Checker Finds
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Inputs without labels
Form fields that use placeholder text instead of a proper <label> element. Placeholders disappear when users type, leaving them unsure what the field is for.
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Missing fieldset/legend
Groups of related radio buttons or checkboxes without <fieldset> and <legend> to explain the group's purpose to screen readers.
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No error identification
Forms that show error messages visually (red borders, icons) but do not associate errors with specific fields using aria-describedby or aria-invalid.
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Missing autocomplete attributes
Input fields for common data (name, email, address) that lack autocomplete attributes, making forms harder for users with cognitive or motor disabilities.
Related WCAG Requirements
Info and Relationships
Information and relationships conveyed through presentation can be programmatically determined.
Labels or Instructions
Labels or instructions are provided when content requires user input.
How AccessGuard Fixes This
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Automatic Detection
Our scanner checks your entire site for form accessibility checker issues in minutes. No manual testing required.
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AI-Powered Fix Suggestions
Get the exact code changes needed to fix each issue. Copy the fix, send it to your developer, and it's done.
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Plain English Reports
Every issue explained without technical jargon. Understand what is wrong and why it matters, even without coding knowledge.
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Priority Ranking
Issues ranked by lawsuit risk so you fix the most dangerous ones first. Focus on what matters, not a 500-item checklist.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why can't I just use placeholder text instead of labels?
Placeholder text disappears when users start typing, so they lose context about what the field is for. Screen readers may not announce placeholder text consistently. Always use a visible <label> element associated with the input via the for attribute.
How do I make error messages accessible?
Use aria-invalid="true" on the input with an error, and connect the error message to the input using aria-describedby. Also use role="alert" or aria-live="polite" on error containers so screen readers announce errors when they appear.
Do I need labels on buttons?
Buttons with visible text are self-labeling. However, icon-only buttons (like a search magnifying glass) need either an aria-label attribute or visually hidden text to give screen readers an accessible name.
Other Accessibility Checkers
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ARIA Accessibility Checker
Validate ARIA roles, states, and properties across your site. Catch invalid ARIA usage that confuses screen readers and assistive technology.
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Keyboard Accessibility Checker
Find keyboard navigation barriers on your site. Detect focus traps, missing focus indicators, and interactive elements that keyboard users cannot reach.
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Link Accessibility Checker
Find vague, ambiguous, or inaccessible links on your website. Make sure screen reader users understand where every link goes.
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