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Ally for Web is an accessibility tool integrated into UGA’s web publishing environment. Its purpose is to help website editors and content owners identify and fix accessibility issues in web pages and uploaded files. Ally provides automatic scanning, accessibility scores, and detailed feedback to improve the overall accessibility of university websites.
Who can access Ally for Web?
Web editors and site managers with access to UGA-managed web domains (such as WordPress or Omni CMS sites) can view Ally for Web reports. These reports display accessibility scores, highlight common issues, and provide step-by-step guidance to make content more accessible.
How do I access Ally for Web?
Authorized editors can log in to the Ally for Web Dashboard using the link provided by their college, division, or Digital Accessibility Liaison (DAL). To become an authorized editor, reach out to your unit or college DAL.
The dashboard shows a color-coded accessibility score for each website domain.
To open a detailed report, select a domain name. The report includes:
- An overall accessibility score for the site
- The number of pages and files scanned
- A list of common accessibility issues ranked by severity
How do I fix issues?
Click any listed issue in the report to see affected pages or files. Each issue includes a description, an explanation of why it matters, and step-by-step guidance for resolving it. Severe issues appear first and should be addressed before minor ones.
Understanding Ally scores
Each page or file receives a color-coded accessibility score that helps you quickly identify where improvements are needed:
- Low (0–33%) – Needs help! Content has significant accessibility barriers and should be fixed first.
- Medium (34–66%) – A little better. Content is somewhat accessible but still needs improvement.
- High (67–99%) – Almost there. Minor issues remain; review and fine-tune.
- Perfect (100%) – Perfect! Ally found no issues, but ongoing review is encouraged.
Alternative formats
When Ally detects attached documents (PDF, Word, or PowerPoint files), it automatically provides alternative formats such as HTML, audio, ePub, or electronic Braille. Visitors can download these formats directly from the page.
Need help?
For access to the Ally for Web dashboard, guidance interpreting results, or training on web accessibility best practices, contact dash@uga.edu.