Chapter 2 – Testing Throughout the SDLC
Accessibility Testing – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
Testing to determine the ease by which users with a range of disabilities can use a system, often against standards such as WCAG.
In simple words
Check the software works for users with visual, motor or cognitive disabilities.
Exam tip
WCAG 2.1 AA is the most commonly cited accessibility standard.
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