Privacy-first WCAG 2.2 scanner for Chrome

Find and fix accessibility issues in seconds.

Run the trusted axe-core engine on any page, get a clear score with plain-English fixes, and export a client-ready report, all without your data ever leaving the browser.

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The problem

Accessibility testing shouldn't slow you down or leak your pages.

Most tools force a tradeoff. The thorough ones upload your pages and hide the fix behind a login. The quick ones only skim the surface.

  • Your pages leave your device

    Cloud scanners upload the page you are testing, ruling out private, internal, and staging sites.

  • Free checkers stay shallow

    Quick tools surface a few issues with no ranking, no WCAG mapping, and no report to hand off.

  • The fix is buried

    You get a list of violations but not what to do next, so every finding becomes a research task.

The solution

One scan. Ranked issues. Real fixes.

ArcAccess runs a full axe-core audit locally in seconds, ranks every issue by real user impact, and maps each one to WCAG with a plain-English fix.

  • Instant local scan

    The axe-core engine runs in your browser, so results are fast and nothing is uploaded.

  • Impact-ranked and WCAG-mapped

    Every issue is ordered by severity and tied to its exact success criterion.

  • Client-ready reports

    Export a branded report to PDF, CSV, or JSON straight from any scan.

How it works

Up and running in four simple steps.

No setup and no account. Install ArcAccess, open any page, run a scan, and get prioritized fixes in seconds.

  • 1

    Install the Chrome extension

    Add ArcAccess from the Chrome Web Store and pin it. No account, nothing to configure.

  • 2

    Open a supported website

    Navigate to any page you want to check, including private, internal, and staging sites.

  • 3

    Activate the extension

    Click the ArcAccess icon and press Scan. The axe-core engine runs in your browser.

  • 4

    Get instant results

    See your score, issues ranked by impact with plain-English fixes, and a client-ready report.

Features

30+ testing tools in one workspace.

ArcAccess is more than a scanner. It is a full accessibility toolkit that works on the page captured during your last scan.

  • Instant local scans

    One-click scans with axe-core running privately in your browser.

  • Score, grade, and bands

    A 0 to 100 score, an A+ to D grade, and a risk band at a glance.

  • Plain-English fixes

    Every issue explained in human terms with its exact WCAG criterion.

  • Visual testing

    Contrast checker with one-click fixes, plus a color-blindness simulator.

  • Structure and ARIA

    Heading outline, landmark map, and a full ARIA validator.

  • Reports and exports

    Branded PDF and print reports, plus CSV and JSON for compliance.

Benefits

Built for teams who ship accessible products.

Faster audits, cleaner handoffs, and testing that respects your data, whether you are a solo developer or an agency serving clients.

  • Private by design

    No backend, no telemetry, no account. Test private and staging sites with confidence.

  • Faster audits

    Go from page to prioritized fix list in seconds, keeping pace with your sprints.

  • Client-ready evidence

    Hand over a branded report as WCAG, ADA, and Section 508 documentation.

  • Works everywhere

    One extension for Chrome, Edge, Brave, Arc, and Opera. Even works offline.

Pricing

Simple, transparent pricing

Start free and upgrade anytime. No hidden fees, cancel whenever you like, and your card details are never stored by ArcAccess.

Free

$0forever
No credit card required

For quick, occasional accessibility checks.

  • 5 scans per month
  • Accessibility score, grade, and risk band
  • Core issue summaries
  • Contrast checker and read-aloud
  • Offline WCAG reference center
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Recommended plan. Best ValueSave 28%

Pro

$129per year
Billed annually, about $10.75 a month

Everything in Pro at the best price. Ideal for daily accessibility work.

  • Everything in Free
  • Unlimited scans
  • Full issue detail with selectors and WCAG mapping
  • All 30+ testing tools
  • Exports: PDF, print, CSV, and JSON
  • Local scan history by domain
  • Priority-ranked recommendations
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Pro Monthly

$15per month
Billed monthly, cancel anytime

Full Pro with the flexibility of monthly billing.

  • Everything in Free
  • Unlimited scans
  • Full issue detail and all 30+ tools
  • Exports: PDF, CSV, and JSON
  • Local scan history by domain
  • Cancel anytime
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  • Secure payments via Stripe
  • Card details never stored by ArcAccess
  • No hidden fees
  • Cancel anytime
  • Privacy first
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about scanning, privacy, standards, and reports.

What is ArcAccess?
ArcAccess is a privacy-first accessibility scanner Chrome extension by Birchwood Group LLC. It runs the axe-core engine locally to check any web page against WCAG 2.2, scores it, explains each issue in plain English with a prioritized fix, and exports a client-ready report, without sending your page data to a server.
Is ArcAccess free?
Yes. ArcAccess has a free plan with 5 scans per month, a score and grade, and core issue summaries. Pro unlocks unlimited scans, full issue detail, all 30+ tools, exports, and history for $15 per month or $129 per year (save 28%).
How does ArcAccess check accessibility?
ArcAccess runs the trusted open-source axe-core engine directly in your browser. It analyzes the live page, maps findings to WCAG success criteria, ranks them by severity and impact, and adds plain-English explanations and fixes.
Does ArcAccess send my data anywhere?
No. All analysis happens locally in your browser. There is no backend and no telemetry, so your pages, including private or staging sites, never leave your device. Payments are handled separately by ExtensionPay and Stripe.
What accessibility standards does ArcAccess test?
ArcAccess tests against WCAG 2.0, 2.1, and 2.2 at Levels A, AA, and AAA, the standards commonly referenced by ADA, Section 508, and EN 301 549 requirements. It also includes an offline, searchable WCAG reference center.
Which browsers does ArcAccess support?
ArcAccess is a Manifest V3 extension for Google Chrome and Chromium browsers, including Microsoft Edge, Brave, Arc, and Opera.
Can I export an accessibility report?
Yes. Pro users can export a branded, client-ready report as PDF or print, and export the underlying data as CSV or JSON.
Is ArcAccess a replacement for a manual audit?
No, and no automated tool is. Automated testing catches a large share of common issues quickly and is an excellent first line of defense, but some criteria require human judgment. Use ArcAccess to find and fix issues fast, then pair it with manual testing for full coverage.

Ship more accessible websites, starting today.

Add ArcAccess to Chrome and run your first scan in under a minute. Free to start, private by design, and ready to produce a report your clients will actually read.

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