Accessible Docs

Description

Make your PDFs accessible with a single click
AccessibleDocs WordPress Plugin helps you deliver accessible PDFs in compliance with WCAG and ADA accessibility standards – right from your website. When visitors click on a PDF link, a customizable popup invites them to request an accessible version by email. Documents are processed by the AccessibleDocs platform and automatically delivered.
This ensures your digital content is screen reader friendly and inclusive for all users – without requiring manual file conversion.

Key Features

  • Automatic PDF Accessibility Conversion
    Turns your existing PDFs into accessible documents via the AccessibleDocs platform.
  • Email-Based Delivery
    Users receive the accessible version directly to their inbox.
  • Request Logs for Admins
    View all requests in the WordPress dashboard. Filter by file, user, or date.
  • Popup Customization
    Modify texts, language, and behavior to fit your site’s tone and audience.
  • Multilingual Support
    Full compatibility with Polylang and WPML. Enable or disable popup per language.
  • Accessibility Built-In
    The popup is keyboard-accessible and works well with screen readers.

Real-World Usage Examples

  • A university website allows students to request accessible syllabi and brochures.
  • A government portal ensures all public PDFs are compliant and inclusive.
  • A nonprofit site offers accessible reports to visually impaired donors and researchers.
  • An e-commerce platform provides accessible product guides and manuals to all customers.

Who Is It For?

WordPress Website Administrators
Save time and legal risk – no need to convert PDFs manually. Gain visibility into document requests directly from your dashboard.
End Users / Visitors
Whether visually impaired or using assistive tech, users can request and receive accessible documents quickly and privately.
Accessibility Consultants & Agencies
Embed this tool in client websites to automate accessibility offerings without complex integrations.

External Services

This plugin connects to the Accessible Docs API to upload and process PDF files into accessible formats.

The following data is sent to the API:
– User’s email address
– File identifier (attachment ID)
– File download link (publicly accessible)

The data is sent upon user request, only when the user submits a file for conversion.

Service provider:
Accessible Docs API
Terms of Use
Privacy Policy

Installation

  1. Upload the plugin folder to /wp-content/plugins/accessible-docs or install via the WordPress Plugin Directory.
  2. Activate Accessible Docs through the Plugins screen in WordPress.
  3. Go to Accessible Docs in the admin menu and enter your API credentials.
  4. Customize popup content and visibility in the plugin settings.
  5. Visitors can now request accessible PDFs automatically.

FAQ

Will my uploaded PDFs be stored anywhere?

No, the plugin does not store documents permanently. Files are sent to the AccessibleDocs platform for accessibility processing where they will be stored and available in the WordPress website admin’s account.

Is the plugin free to use?

The plugin itself is free to install, but it requires an active AccessibleDocs subscription to process documents.

Does it work with external PDF URLs?

No, the plugin currently supports only local PDF links hosted on your WordPress website.

Is the popup accessible via keyboard and screen readers?

Yes, the popup is designed to be screen reader friendly and navigable via keyboard, ensuring ADA accessibility and WCAG compliance.

Can I customize the popup content or style?

Yes. You can fully customize the popup message and visibility settings via the plugin settings in your WordPress dashboard.

How do I track user requests for accessible documents?

You can view all document accessibility requests under Accessible Docs > Documents in the WordPress admin panel. Filter by status, date, file name, or email.

Does the plugin support multilingual websites?

Yes, it’s fully compatible with WPML and Polylang. You can translate popup content and control popup visibility per language.

Will users get the accessible file instantly?

Once submitted, users will receive an email with either the accessible version or a status update before the file is ready.

Can I limit or disable the popup on specific pages or languages?

Yes. The popup can be enabled or disabled individually for each language, giving you full control over where it’s shown.

Reviews

23 ខែ​ឧសភា, 2025
The AccessibleDocs WordPress Plugin offers an elegant solution to a critical issue: making PDFs accessible in compliance with WCAG and ADA standards—with just one click. It integrates seamlessly into any WordPress site, allowing users to request an accessible version of a PDF through a clean, customizable popup interface. The process is handled automatically through the AccessibleDocs platform, delivering results directly to the user’s email.
22 ខែ​ឧសភា, 2025
Accessible Docs is a fantastic plugin that solves a real accessibility challenge in a user-friendly way. With just a click, users can request an accessible version of a PDF — and it actually works seamlessly. The integration with multilingual plugins like WPML and Polylang is a big plus, especially for global websites. The admin panel makes it easy to track and manage requests, and it’s great to see that user data is only sent to the API when needed. Thoughtful, privacy-conscious, and mission-driven — highly recommended for anyone who wants to make their website more inclusive!
22 ខែ​ឧសភា, 2025
We manage several websites for nonprofits and educational institutions, and this plugin has been a game-changer. Clients often need to meet accessibility standards, especially for public-facing documents. With Accessible Docs, we don’t have to manually audit or convert every PDF. The automatic request flow and admin tracking make it easy for our clients to stay compliant and responsive to user needs. It’s lightweight, easy to configure, and works seamlessly with both Polylang and WPML. Setup took less than 10 minutes. Support was responsive too. Looking forward to future updates!
22 ខែ​ឧសភា, 2025
In some countries, this functionality is needed for client`s documentation. This plugin helped me a lot with this. Thanks to the author.
22 ខែ​ឧសភា, 2025
We installed Accessible Docs on a government-related WordPress site with dozens of PDF reports. The plugin made it incredibly easy to offer accessible versions — all users have to do is click a link, and the rest is automatic. The popup is clean, fully translatable, and works great with screen readers.I really appreciate the ability to track document requests from the admin panel — it makes compliance reporting much easier. Support for Polylang and WPML is a big bonus.Highly recommended for any site that wants to meet accessibility standards (WCAG, ADA) without manual PDF conversions!
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Contributors & Developers

“Accessible Docs” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.

Contributors

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Changelog

1.0.1

  • Added custom HTTP header X-AccessibleDocs-Plugin: true to all API requests.

1.0.0

  • Initial release — automatic PDF accessibility requests, admin tracking, and popup customization.