Waqas Iqbal

Web Accessibility / ADA & WCAG Expert

Freelancing Career • Freelance

Oct 2023 - Present • 2 yrs 10 mos

As a freelance Web Accessibility Specialist, I help businesses make their websites accessible and compliant with international accessibility standards, including WCAG 2.1/2.2, ADA, Section 508, and EN 301 549. My work includes conducting comprehensive accessibility audits, identifying accessibility barriers, and remediating issues directly in the website's code rather than relying on accessibility overlays or widgets. I work with WordPress, Shopify, WooCommerce, Wix, Squarespace, BigCommerce, and custom HTML websites. I perform both automated and manual accessibility testing using industry-standard tools such as WAVE, Axe DevTools, Lighthouse, Accessibility Checker, and PowerMapper, along with assistive technologies including JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack, Dragon NaturallySpeaking, and ZoomText. My expertise includes semantic HTML, ARIA implementation, keyboard accessibility, focus management, color contrast improvements, accessible forms, images, tables, media, navigation, and screen reader compatibility. I also resolve accessibility issues caused by themes and third-party applications whenever possible. In addition to remediation, I provide detailed accessibility reports, recommendations, before-and-after documentation, and ongoing consultation to help clients maintain compliance as their websites evolve. My goal is to create inclusive digital experiences that improve usability for everyone while helping businesses meet accessibility requirements and reduce legal risk.

Web Developer | WordPress , Shopify & Accessibility Expert

Solutions • Fulltime

Aug 2021 - Dec 2024 • 3 yrs 4 mos

As a Web Developer at Solutions, I specialize in WordPress, Shopify, and Web Accessibility, helping businesses build modern, high-performing, and accessible websites. I work on custom website development, theme customization, bug fixing, performance optimization, responsive design, and ongoing maintenance to ensure websites deliver an excellent user experience across all devices. I have extensive experience in digital accessibility, performing accessibility audits, manual testing, and remediation to help websites comply with WCAG 2.1/2.2, ADA, Section 508, and EN 301 549 standards. My work includes improving keyboard navigation, screen reader compatibility, ARIA implementation, semantic HTML, color contrast, forms, focus management, media accessibility, and responsive layouts. I also test websites using assistive technologies such as NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, TalkBack, Dragon NaturallySpeaking, and ZoomText. My technical expertise includes HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, Liquid, WordPress, Shopify, and front-end development. I troubleshoot complex website issues, improve page speed, enhance SEO, resolve cross-browser compatibility problems, and implement scalable solutions that meet business requirements. I collaborate closely with clients to understand their goals, provide practical solutions, and deliver projects on time with a strong focus on quality, clean code, and long-term maintainability. Whether developing new features, optimizing existing websites, or ensuring accessibility compliance, I am committed to creating websites that are reliable, user-friendly, and accessible to everyone.