DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OF A WEB SYSTEM FOR ASSESSING WEBSITE ACCESSIBILITY AND AUTOMATED STAMP GENERATION

Abstract

Digital accessibility remains a critical challenge for the full inclusion of people with disabilities, especially in a context where technology plays a central role in everyday life. In this sense, a web system, currently in beta version, which assesses the compliance of websites with the accessibility guidelines of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), was created to act as a digital accessibility monitor. The objective of the system is to ensure that public websites meet accessibility standards and promote digital inclusion. The methodology involved the development of software that performs automated analysis of websites based on WCAG principles: perceivable, operable, understandable and robust. After implementation and rigorous testing, the system began evaluating websites and generating detailed reports on their level of compliance. The results revealed that the majority of sites evaluated are in the 41%-60% accessibility range, with few reaching higher ranges. These findings highlight a critical need for substantial improvements in digital accessibility, pointing to the importance of ongoing monitoring and adoption of best practices to achieve a truly inclusive web. Final considerations highlight the urgent need for corrective actions and the importance of promoting a culture of accessibility, encouraging the implementation of guidelines more broadly and consistently to ensure that all users can access and use the internet fully and effectively.