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Why Accessibility Testing Matters

With Komo, it’s easy to launch engaging digital experiences—quizzes, polls, scratch-and-wins, and more. But before you hit “publish,” it’s important to make sure everyone can use and enjoy what you’ve built, no matter their device or ability. This article walks you through a few simple things to check before launching your experience.

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Test on Different Devices

Before you release:
  • View your experience on a mobile phone (both Apple and Android if possible)
  • View it on a desktop computer or laptop
Check that everything looks clear, is easy to read, and that users can complete the experience with ease—whether by tapping, clicking, or using keyboard navigation.

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Fonts, Colors & Contrast

Komo is configured to be as accessible as possible by default, but if you’ve changed fonts, background colors, or text colors, be sure to check:
  • Can you read the text clearly on all devices?
  • Does the text stand out from the background?
  • Is color being used alone to show meaning (e.g. red = wrong)?
👉 Need help choosing the right styles? See Designing Accessible Sites

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Images & Alternative Text

Images add fun and flavor to your site—but remember:
  • Use alt text for any image that explains something important (like a prize or logo)
  • Decorative images (like background shapes) don’t need alt text
👉 Learn more in Accessibility on the Komo Platform

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Keyboard Testing Checklist

Try your experience using only:
  • Tab: Move between interactive elements
  • Enter / Spacebar: Activate buttons
  • Arrow keys: Navigate options in sliders or choice-based cards

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Helpful Tools

You don’t need to be a developer to test your experience. These tools are free and easy to use:
ToolWhat it Does
WebAIM Contrast CheckerCheck that your text stands out clearly against your background
Google LighthouseA quick test in Chrome that spots common accessibility issues
Color OracleSee how your design looks for colorblind users
NoCoffee Vision SimulatorChrome extension that simulates various vision challenges

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Final Tip: Try It Like Your Users Would

Before launching, try experiencing your site the way some of your users might:
  • Turn on a screen reader (VoiceOver on iPhone or TalkBack on Android) and listen to how your content is read out loud
  • Use your phone’s accessibility tools to zoom, increase text size, or invert colors
  • Navigate without using a mouse — just tap around or use your phone’s keyboard navigation features
  • Try it on a small screen — is everything still easy to read and interact with?
If anything feels confusing, awkward, or missing—it probably will be for your users too.

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Still Have Questions?

We’re here to help! If you’re unsure about anything accessibility-related—or just want a second set of eyes—reach out to [email protected]. We’ll be happy to review your experience with you.