Step 1: Source readiness and scoping
Assess source quality and classify complexity before conversion.
Conversion plan and QA depth by document type.
Convert PDF to accessible HTML with human-verified quality checks and infrastructure controls for long-term accessibility.
Step 1: Source readiness and scoping
Assess source quality and classify complexity before conversion.
Conversion plan and QA depth by document type.
Step 2: Human-led conversion and QA
Apply semantic mapping and WCAG-aligned validation gates.
Publish-ready accessible HTML with evidence artifacts.
Step 3: Post-handoff maintenance
Enable controlled edits and support issue resolution.
Sustained accessibility quality over update cycles.
DOJ published the Title II final rule on April 24, 2024 with WCAG 2.1 Level AA requirements (WCAG 2.2 AA is the current recommended target) and phased compliance dates tied to entity size.
April 24, 2024 publication; April 24, 2026 / April 26, 2027 compliance dates
ADA.gov final rule fact sheetState/local governments with 50,000+ population generally must comply by April 24, 2026; smaller entities and special district governments by April 26, 2027.
April 24, 2026 and April 26, 2027
ADA.gov first steps guidanceDOJ guidance states ADA web accessibility obligations apply to state/local governments (Title II) and businesses open to the public (Title III).
Current DOJ guidance
ADA.gov web guidanceSection 508 standards apply to ICT including websites, mobile applications, software, hardware, and electronic documents.
Current federal guidance
Section508.gov FAQYes. The request workflow supports PDF, DOCX, and PPTX source intake.
Compliance requires quality, governance, and maintenance controls in addition to conversion output.