What compliance and governance factors matter in website designing (accessibility, consent)?

Compliance in website designing covers two primary areas: accessibility and data consent. Accessibility requirements under WCAG 2.1 (and increasingly WCAG 2.2) mandate minimum color contrast ratios, keyboard navigability, screen reader compatibility, and alt text for images. In many jurisdictions, non-compliance carries legal risk under frameworks like the ADA in the US or the European Accessibility Act.

Data consent governance requires cookie consent banners compliant with GDPR, CCPA, or India’s DPDP Act, depending on your audience geography. These are not optional additions; they must be built into the design architecture from the start. Platforms like OneTrust handle consent management, while Axe or Lighthouse audit tools verify accessibility compliance before launch.