Accessibility
· 24 checks — Landmarks, headings, alt text, forms, and link quality rolled into one auditable list.DLandmark StructureActionNo landmarksFIX
No landmarks detected
Screen reader users have no way to navigate by region.
Screen reader users cannot quickly navigate to the primary content. Wrap your main content in <main>.
Without a <main> landmark, screen-reader users can't skip past the navigation to the page content — every page starts with re-reading the menu.
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The <main> element marks the page's primary content area. Assistive tech offers a 'jump to main' shortcut — but only if <main> exists. Without it, every page navigation forces re-reading the header. Wrap your primary content in a single <main>.
Source: WAI-ARIA / WCAG 2.4.1
Add a skip link as the first focusable element so keyboard users can bypass repeated navigation.
Without a skip-nav link, keyboard users tab through every nav item before reaching content — every page, every visit.
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WCAG 2.4.1 (Bypass Blocks) requires a mechanism to skip past repeated content. The standard implementation is a 'Skip to main content' link that's the first focusable element, visually hidden until focused. Three lines of HTML + four of CSS.
Source: WCAG 2.1 SC 2.4.1
FDocument LanguageActionMissing <html lang> attribute (WCAG 3.1.1)FIX
FFavicon & BrandingActionNo icons detectedFIX
DWeb ManifestActionNot foundFIX
No web manifest found.
DDark Mode SupportActionNo dark mode signalsFIX
Detection limited to meta tags and inline styles.
DPrint StylesheetActionNo print stylesFIX
CForm AccessibilityAction9 of 29 controls have issuesREVIEW
| Control | Type | Label | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| #benefitTypeContainer | select | Type: | for/id |
| #numberOfChildrenInput | select | Dependent children: | for/id |
| #relationshipContainer | select | Relationship Status: | for/id |
| #ageContainer | select | Age: | for/id |
| area | radio | none | |
| area | radio | none | |
| area | radio | none | |
| area | radio | none | |
| paymentType | radio | none | |
| paymentType | radio | none | |
| #weeklyRent | number | Rent: $ | for/id |
| #disabilityAllowanceAmount | number | Amount: $ | for/id |
| #debtRepayment | number | Amount: $ | for/id |
| #workHours | number | Hours: | for/id |
| #workRate | number | Hourly rate: $ | for/id |
| #groceries | number | Groceries: $ | for/id |
| #power | number | Power: $ | for/id |
| #internet | number | Internet: $ | for/id |
| #transport | number | Transport: $ | for/id |
| #winterEnergyPaymentToggle | checkbox | none | |
| #groceriesPeriod | select | (none) | none |
| #disabilityAllowancePeriodSelect | select | (none) | none |
| #powerPeriod | select | (none) | none |
| #workHoursPeriodSelect | select | (none) | none |
| #internetPeriod | select | (none) | none |
| #rentPeriodSelect | select | (none) | none |
| #transportPeriod | select | (none) | none |
| #outputPeriodSelect | select | (none) | none |
| #debtPeriodSelect | select | (none) | none |
Form controls need a <label>, aria-label, or aria-labelledby for screen readers.
<select id="rentPeriodSelect">; <select id="disabilityAllowancePeriodSelect">; <select id="debtPeriodSelect">; <select id="workHoursPeriodSelect">; <select id="groceriesPeriod">; <select id="powerPeriod">; <select id="internetPeriod">; <select id="transportPeriod">; <select name="Estimated Breakdown Period" id="outputPeriodSelect">
Form controls without labels — assistive tech announces 'edit text' with no context; users can't complete forms.
Source: WCAG 2.1 SC 3.3.2
C404 Error PageActionHTTP 404, custom pageREVIEW
CColor Contrast (Screenshot)Action20 text elements analyzed, 2 fail WCAG AAREVIEW
Analyzes text contrast against the actual rendered page, including background images, gradients, and overlays that CSS-based tools cannot detect.
Show all checked elements (20)
| Element | Ratio | Required | FG | BG | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| h1 Aotearoa New Zealand… | 1.95:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #1D4533 | Fail |
| title Aotearoa New Zealand… | 1.95:1 | 4.5:1 | #000000 | #1D4533 | Fail |
| strong IMPORTANT: UNOFFICIA… | 5.88:1 | 3.0:1 | #000000 | #778D7B | Pass |
| span This tool was made b… | 5.45:1 | 4.5:1 | #BB3333 | #FFF8E6 | Pass |
| a 'Check what you migh… | 10.16:1 | 4.5:1 | #1D4533 | #FFF8E6 | Pass |
| span tool for more info o… | 5.45:1 | 4.5:1 | #BB3333 | #FFF8E6 | Pass |
| a 0800 559 009 | 19.82:1 | 4.5:1 | #000000 | #FFF8E6 | Pass |
| div 1. Benefit type | 19.82:1 | 4.5:1 | #000000 | #FFF8E6 | Pass |
| label If you're unsure whi… | 19.82:1 | 4.5:1 | #000000 | #FFF8E6 | Pass |
| a MyMSD | 19.82:1 | 4.5:1 | #000000 | #FFF8E6 | Pass |
| label Type: | 18.82:1 | 4.5:1 | #000000 | #F5F2EE | Pass |
| option Jobseeker Support | 18.82:1 | 4.5:1 | #000000 | #F5F2EE | Pass |
| option Sole Parent Support | 18.82:1 | 4.5:1 | #000000 | #F5F2EE | Pass |
| option Supported Living Pay… | 18.82:1 | 4.5:1 | #000000 | #F5F2EE | Pass |
| option NZ Superannuation | 18.82:1 | 4.5:1 | #000000 | #F5F2EE | Pass |
| label Dependent children: | 18.82:1 | 4.5:1 | #000000 | #F5F2EE | Pass |
| option None | 18.82:1 | 4.5:1 | #000000 | #F5F2EE | Pass |
| option 1 child | 18.82:1 | 4.5:1 | #000000 | #F5F2EE | Pass |
| option 2+ children | 18.82:1 | 4.5:1 | #000000 | #F5F2EE | Pass |
| label Relationship Status: | 18.82:1 | 4.5:1 | #000000 | #F5F2EE | Pass |
Methodology: The top 20 text elements by font size were checked. Background color was sampled from the desktop screenshot using a 5-point pattern. WCAG 2.1 AA requires 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text.
CLighthouse Accessibility AuditsActionScore 72/100 — 4 failing, 9 passedREVIEW
Accessibility
These checks highlight opportunities to improve the accessibility of your web app. Automatic detection can only detect a subset of issues and does not guarantee the accessibility of your web app, so manual testing is also encouraged.
Contrast
Low-contrast text is difficult or impossible for many users to read. Learn how to provide sufficient color contrast.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| Failing Elements |
|---|
Accommodation Supplement div.column > div#resultsContainer > div#accomodationSupplementRow > span#accomodationSupplementAreaLabel |
+$0.00 div.column > div#resultsContainer > div#accomodationSupplementRow > span#accomodationSupplementFnResult |
These are opportunities to improve the legibility of your content.
Internationalization and localization
If a page doesn't specify a `lang` attribute, a screen reader assumes that the page is in the default language that the user chose when setting up the screen reader. If the page isn't actually in the default language, then the screen reader might not announce the page's text correctly. Learn more about the `lang` attribute.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| Failing Elements |
|---|
html html |
These are opportunities to improve the interpretation of your content by users in different locales.
Names and labels
Form elements without effective labels can create frustrating experiences for screen reader users. Learn more about the `select` element.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| Failing Elements |
|---|
per week
per fortnight
per month div.column > div.section > div > select#rentPeriodSelect |
per week
per fortnight
per month div.column > div.section > div > select#disabilityAllowancePeriodSelect |
per week
per fortnight
per month div.column > div.section > div > select#debtPeriodSelect |
per week
per fortnight
per month div.column > div.section > div > select#workHoursPeriodSelect |
per week
per fortnight
per month div.column > div.section > div > select#groceriesPeriod |
per week
per fortnight
per month div.column > div.section > div > select#powerPeriod |
per week
per fortnight
per month div.column > div.section > div > select#internetPeriod |
per week
per fortnight
per month div.column > div.section > div > select#transportPeriod |
per week
per fortnight
per month
per year div#resultsContainer > div.result-row > div > select#outputPeriodSelect |
These are opportunities to improve the semantics of the controls in your application. This may enhance the experience for users of assistive technology, like a screen reader.
Best practices
One main landmark helps screen reader users navigate a web page. Learn more about landmarks.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| Failing Elements |
|---|
html html |
These items highlight common accessibility best practices.
A+Heading Hierarchy1 headingsPASS
- H1 Aotearoa New Zealand Benefit Estimator
A+Heading Text QualityAll 1 heading(s) have substantive, well-formed textPASS
A+Alt Text QualityNo imagesPASS
ALink & Button Quality6 links, 1 buttons — all OKPASS
| Element | Text | Issue | Suggested Fix |
|---|---|---|---|
| https://check.msd.govt.nz/ | 'Check what you might get' | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
| https://my.msd.govt.nz/login | MyMSD | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
| https://www.workandincome.govt.nz/map/de… | Find your area here. | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
| https://my.msd.govt.nz/login | MyMSD | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
| https://my.msd.govt.nz/login | MyMSD | new tab | Add '(opens in new tab)' to text |
Add '(opens in new tab)' to link text or aria-label.
https://check.msd.govt.nz/; https://my.msd.govt.nz/login; https://www.workandincome.govt.nz/map/deskfile/extra-help-information/accommo…; https://my.msd.govt.nz/login; https://my.msd.govt.nz/login
Links with target="_blank" without rel="noopener" leak the originating page's window context — security and UX issue.
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Without rel="noopener", the new tab can navigate the original tab via window.opener (tab-nabbing attack). Modern browsers default to noopener for target=_blank but only since recent versions. Always set rel="noopener noreferrer" explicitly.
Source: MDN target / OWASP