=== ARIA & Accessibility Toolkit - ARIA Attributes, Landmark Roles, Contrast, Accessibility Checker ===
Contributors: wcagforwp  
Tags: aria, accessibility, wcag, accessible, contrast  
Requires at least: 5.9  
Tested up to: 6.8  
Requires PHP: 7.0  
Stable tag: 1.3.0  
License: GPLv2 or later  
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html  

Improve accessibility with ARIA attributes, landmark roles, contrast, skip link, language override, frontend checker & more - all with no code.

== Description ==

**ARIA & Accessibility Toolkit** makes it easy to improve your WordPress site's accessibility by adding important ARIA attributes, semantic roles and contrast styling — all without touching code.

Designed to help meet WCAG 2.1 standards, this plugin gives you fine control over accessibility features using simple CSS selectors.

- Works with all themes  
- Works with all plugins  
- Lightweight and fast  
- Ideal for developers, agencies, and accessibility-conscious site owners  

### Key Features

- **ARIA Attributes**  
  Add ARIA attributes such as `aria-label`, `aria-hidden`, `aria-expanded`, `aria-live`, `aria-level`, and more to any element.

- **ARIA Roles**  
  Assign semantic roles like `banner`, `navigation`, `main`, `complementary`, and `contentinfo` to improve screen reader navigation.

- **Contrast Adjustments**  
  Override text and background colors for low-contrast elements using accessible HEX values.

- **Frontend Accessibility Checker**  
  Enable a visual overlay to identify common accessibility issues (admin-only).

- **Skip Link Target**  
  Add a keyboard/screen-reader-visible “Skip to content” link by defining a main content selector.

- **Language Override**  
  Set or override the HTML `lang` attribute for improved screen reader compatibility.

- **Focus Outline Enhancements**  
  Ensure visible focus styles are enforced for better keyboard navigation.

- **CSS Selector-Based Targeting**  
  Use any valid CSS selector to apply changes without modifying theme or template files.

### Why Use This Plugin?

Most WordPress themes don’t include full accessibility support. ARIA & Accessibility Toolkit lets you patch those gaps quickly, keeping your site more inclusive and compliant.

Whether you're a developer working on a client site or a business owner aiming for better usability, this plugin makes accessibility updates faster and easier.

### Compatibility

- Compatible with all modern WordPress themes  
- Works alongside popular page builders  
- Designed with WCAG 2.1 AA standards in mind  

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= What does this plugin do? =  
ARIA & Accessibility Toolkit lets you add ARIA attributes, roles, contrast fixes, language settings, and more to your site using CSS selectors — no code editing required.

= Can this help me pass WCAG or accessibility audits? =  
Yes. While no plugin alone guarantees compliance, this tool helps you meet several key WCAG 2.1 success criteria like semantic structure, sufficient contrast, and accessible navigation.

= Does it work with any theme? =  
Yes. The plugin is designed to work with any WordPress theme, including those built with page builders like Elementor, WPBakery, or Gutenberg.

= Will it slow down my site? =  
No. It’s lightweight and only outputs a small block of CSS (and optionally JavaScript) based on your settings. There's no third-party code or unnecessary overhead.

= Can I use it without JavaScript? =  
Sort of. The plugin uses CSS & PHP where possible. JavaScript is used for the frontend checker and dynamic updates that can't be done with CSS alone.

= What kind of selectors can I use? =  
Any valid CSS selector is supported — including classes (`.my-button`), IDs (`#main-header`), or element types (`nav`, `section`, etc.).

= Can I apply multiple ARIA attributes to the same element? =  
Yes. Simply add another row targeting the same selector with a different ARIA attribute.

= What is the frontend checker for? =  
It shows a visual overlay on your site (admin-only) highlighting common accessibility issues like empty buttons, missing labels, broken ARIA references, and low contrast.

= What does the “Skip Link” setting do? =  
It adds a screen-reader-visible “Skip to content” link at the top of the page for keyboard users. Just define the CSS selector of your main content area.

= What does the Language option do? =  
It sets the `lang` attribute on your `<html>` tag — especially useful if your theme doesn’t already do this.

= Is there a Pro version? =  
Yes! A Pro version unlocks unlimited menu targeting and advanced attribute/role options. Visit [wcagforwp.com](https://wcagforwp.com) to learn more.

== Screenshots ==

1. The General Settings section  
2. The ARIA attributes section  
3. The Roles section  
4. The Contrast section  

== Changelog ==

= 1.3.0 (2025-07-07) =
- Add frontend checker
- Add skip link, language override, and focus outline options

= 1.2.1 (2025-07-05) =
- Minor bug fixes

= 1.2.0 (2025-07-04) =
- Add new General Options
- General bug fixes and prefixing options
- Correctly enqueue admin JS

= 1.1.0 (2025-07-01) =
- Naming updates

= 1.0.1 (2025-06-11) =
- Add all ARIA options to ARIA tab

= 1.0.0 (2025-06-11) =
- Initial Release