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Mobile app accessibility

Step-by-Step Guide to Provide Accessibility in Your Mobile App

As a business owner, keeping up with changing accessibility regulations for mobile apps can feel overwhelming. With new legal requirements emerging, it’s crucial to stay up to date on the latest standards and understand what they mean for your app. Our detailed guide will help you understand the specifics of accessibility in mobile apps and […]

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9 Key Accessibility Laws for Mobile Apps: What You Need to Know

When developing a mobile app, understanding accessibility standards and regulations isn’t just about meeting legal requirements – it’s about creating an inclusive product for all users. Different regions have specific legal frameworks and, as a business owner, you must ensure your app complies with the regulations in any market where it’s available. My article provides […]

What is Accessibility in Mobile Apps?

What is Accessibility in Mobile Apps and Why Does It Matter?

“Accessibility” is becoming a hot topic in 2024 with its growing popularity, largely due to upcoming EU legislation (from June 2025) covering digital products for consumers of various services in the largest markets. However, it is not only regulations that are driving this change. Growing consumer awareness is creating a popular demand to truly move […]

Fintech Cybersecurity

Fintech Cybersecurity: Challenges, Best Practices, and Future Trends

In 2017, Equifax – a major credit reporting agency – experienced one of the largest data breaches ever. This cyber attack exposed the personal information of 147 million people. The fallout was huge – Equifax’s stock dropped by 35%, and they faced a lawsuit resulting in a $700 million settlement. This breach seriously hurt their […]

IoT security threats and solutions

8 Key IoT Security Challenges and Proven Solutions from the Field

At Droids On Roids, we work daily on developing connectivity applications that interact seamlessly with our clients’ custom IoT devices. We know firsthand how crucial it is to prioritize security in this area. This inspired us to create this article. What is IoT security? Read also: What is Application Security? All You Need To Know […]

Android Mobile App Accessibility - guide for developers

How to Provide Accessibility in Your Native Android App with Jetpack Compose | Part 2: Scaling • Text Size • Focus Order • Labeling

At Droids On Roids, we develop digital products for clients around the globe, spanning industries from mobile commerce and foodtech to ecology. No matter the field, we see that accessibility is always crucial to an app’s market success and how it’s perceived by users.  That’s why I want to share some tips with you on […]

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What is Google Play’s new ‘Data safety’ and How it May Affect Your Mobile App?

(If you’re wondering why you need a privacy policy and how to write one, check out our latest article). Increasing information requirements for software providers is a part of the global data privacy trend that can be observed since GDPR (2018), followed by CCPA (2020) and the introduction of other cross-border laws. At the same […]

GDPR

10 Myths About GDPR in Mobile Apps

The privacy policy is mandatory in every app You may have heard that the privacy policy is a must-have and you cannot have an app without it. Well, it is not quite accurate. A privacy policy is not obligatory according to GDPR. On the other hand, you (or more precisely the data controller) have to […]

How to Write a Mobile App Privacy Policy

How to Write a Mobile App Privacy Policy

How to Write a Mobile App Privacy Policy As frequent users of internet-related media, especially mobile or web apps, we are all familiar with pop-up windows with privacy information; however, even though we are bombarded with privacy notices on a daily basis, there is still a lack of clarity on what exactly this privacy information […]

5 Key Legal Issues to Consider in your Mobile App Development in 2021

5 Key Legal Issues to Consider in your Mobile App Development in 2024

5 top legal issues to be concerned by a future App Owner.

GDPR meaning app development

What does GDPR mean for Mobile App Owners? – 12 Use Cases

In this article, you will find 12 useful GDPR Use Cases for App Owners, Product Owners and everyone who wants to develop a mobile app

FAQ on mobile accessibility

Mobile accessibility ensures that apps and mobile web content are usable by people with disabilities. It includes designing features that accommodate various needs, such as screen readers for visually impaired users or alternative navigation methods.

Mobile web apps must meet accessibility standards, just like native mobile apps. They need to follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) to ensure users can access their features, whether they’re using mobile devices or web browsers.

Mobile accessibility guidelines, like WCAG, provide recommendations for making mobile apps and websites inclusive. These guidelines help developers address key areas, such as navigation, readability, and compatibility with assistive technologies.

The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) is responsible for developing WCAG, the international standard for digital accessibility. These guidelines apply to mobile apps, web pages, and other digital products to ensure inclusivity.

Digital accessibility on mobile devices involves unique considerations like touch navigation, screen sizes, and gestures. While web pages rely more on keyboard navigation and screen readers, mobile apps need to address interactions specific to mobile hardware.

Mobile app developers must design apps with inclusivity in mind from the start. This means integrating features like text alternatives, high-contrast modes, and accessible navigation to comply with mobile accessibility guidelines.

Mobile devices are a primary way users access digital content, so ensuring accessibility broadens the app’s audience. It also helps meet legal requirements and improve the overall user experience.

Yes, web browsers are crucial when it comes to ensuring that websites and web-based applications work well on mobile devices. Developers need to make sure their apps are compatible with popular browsers like Chrome, Safari, and Firefox. Compatibility means that users can navigate, interact with, and access all features seamlessly, even if they rely on assistive technologies like screen readers. This ensures that people with disabilities can use the app effectively, regardless of the device or browser they choose.

WCAG applies to both web pages and mobile web content. By following these guidelines, developers ensure their mobile web apps are accessible across devices and browsers, meeting the needs of all users.