US DOJ WCAG 2.1 AA Accessibility Requirements
Don’t let your PDF forms put your 2027 WCAG deadline at risk
The US Department of Justice requires state and local governments to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards by April 2027.
For many organisations PDF forms pose the greatest risk to ensuring compliance.
Conversely, they are now the easiest thing to fix.
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PDF forms create more problems than just accessibility
PDF forms may feel familiar, but they also introduce ongoing challenges across employee efficiency, security, and data quality. As WCAG requirements tighten, the limitations of PDFs become harder to ignore. What starts as an accessibility issue quickly impacts staff workloads, user experience, and organisational risk.
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Accessibility
Many PDF forms are inaccessible by default. Poor structure, missing tags and scanned content make them difficult for screen readers and assistive technologies, creating increased WCAG non-compliance risks.
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Productivity
PDF workflows depend on manual effort. Downloading files, rekeying data, and fixing errors slows teams down - slowing decision making and increasing operational overhead.
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Security
PDFs are often required to be printed, scanned and emailed (even with Credit Card information). This makes access harder to control and increases the risk of data exposure or misuse.
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User Experience
PDF forms are difficult to use, especially on mobile devices. Poor layouts, excessive instructions and no conditional logic lead to abandoned or incomplete submissions.
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Data Quality
Data captured in PDFs is often inaccurate. No lookups, limited validation, and unenforceable mandatory fields increase errors and contributes to unreliable data for reporting and decision making.
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Environmental Impact
PDF-based processes still drive printing and scanning. Digital eForms reduce paper use and support more sustainable operations.
Why remediate when you can convert?
You’re missing an opportunity to transform all aspects of PDF-based processes and improve operational efficiency - rather than just addressing the DoJ WCAG deadline through PDF remediation.
Start your 2027 PDF transformation journey with 10% off
Organisations replacing PDF forms with OneBlink can access 10% off the Essentials tier for the first 12 months, making it easier to move fast and stay compliant.
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How to convert PDF forms to accessible digital forms… in minutes
OneBlink turns static PDF forms into fully accessible digital eForms. OneBlink allows you to convert in seconds, refine quickly, and publish forms that are easier to use, maintain, and keep compliant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA requirements.
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Upload Your PDF
Upload your existing PDF form into OneBlink. The platform automatically analyses the structure and converts it into a digital form, preserving layout and intent while automatically applying validated form fields.
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Refine the Conversion
Fine-tune the form using a visual editor or direct the included AI assistant to do it for you. Add conditional logic, data validation, calculations, and lookups to guide users through the form, reduce errors, and capture cleaner, more consistent data.
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Check Accessibility
Upon completing all form fields, AI assistants apply your unique styling and review the experience for accessibility. WCAG design issues like contrast, structure, and labelling are flagged early to help keep forms consistent and inclusive.
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Publish and Share
Publish the form instantly as a secure, accessible digital experience. Forms are ready to use across devices, deploy within apps or 3rd party solutions, and easy to monitor and manage with inbuilt Google Analytics.
Download Our VPAT
Accessibility is now part of your decision making. Download OneBlink’s VPAT to see how our platform supports compliance and inclusive digital experiences.
OneBlink is the most complete form builder for Public Sector
OneBlink is more than a way to convert PDF forms. It is a full-featured, enterprise-grade form builder designed for the real-world needs of state and local government. From conditional logic and complex workflows to integrations with security and governed AI assistance, OneBlink gives teams the tools to build once, adapt quickly, and stay compliant as requirements evolve.
This means PDF conversion becomes a starting point, not the end game. Forms can grow in complexity, intelligence, and automation over time without rework, rewrites, or repeated remediation.
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Accessibility is an ongoing commitment
Building accessible digital experiences doesn’t stop at compliance, it requires continuous improvement, iteration, and attention to detail. At OneBlink, we regularly enhance our platform to better support inclusive design and evolving standards. Explore our latest accessibility updates to see the practical steps we’re taking to improve usability for everyone.
The State of PDF Accessibility eBook
Public sector agencies are facing an entrenched challenge: managing outdated PDF forms that hinder operational efficiency, accessibility, and user satisfaction. This eBook explores the depth of the 'PDF pandemic', presenting insights from a comprehensive survey of 235 public sector digital professionals across ANZ, Canada, and the United States. Download the eBook now and find out how your agency can benefit from OneBlink's unique platform.