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Creating Accessible Social Media

For all social media platforms, ensure content is understandable without relying solely on visuals, sound, or color. Provide text alternatives and use clear, simple language.

Instagram

Instagram Quick Start Guide

  1. Add alt text to images (Advanced Settings → Write Alt Text).
  2. Use CamelCase for hashtags (e.g., #DigitalAccessibility).
  3. Provide captions for videos and Reels.
  4. Avoid decorative fonts that screen readers cannot interpret.
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Instagram Help

Facebook

Facebook Quick Start Guide

  1. Edit auto-generated alt text for accuracy.
  2. Add captions to videos.
  3. Use descriptive link text in posts.
  4. Avoid large blocks of text in images.

Facebook Help

LinkedIn

LinkedIn Quick Start Guide

  1. Add alt text to images and graphics.
  2. Write clear, concise posts.
  3. Use CamelCase in hashtags.
  4. Provide captions for video content.

LinkedIn Help

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