Question 1

What is A11ySpaces?

Accepted Answer

A11ySpaces is a mobile-first web app that helps organizations plan and improve accessible physical spaces. It brings accessibility codes, design guidance, and best practices into one easy-to-use place so you can understand what applies to your space and take confident next steps.

Question 2

Who is this app for?

Accepted Answer

A11ySpaces is built for small businesses, employers, property managers, designers, and anyone responsible for making a physical space more accessible. It’s especially useful for people who want clear guidance without needing to hire expensive consultants for every question.

Question 3

Why an app? Why not just keep consulting?

Accepted Answer

Consulting is valuable, but it doesn’t scale to everyday decisions. A11ySpaces puts practical, vetted guidance in your pocket so you can make progress between calls, train your team, and move faster without sacrificing accuracy.

Question 4

Will the app work offline?

Accepted Answer

Offline support is on our roadmap. Our first priority is a fast, reliable web experience, and we plan to add offline access to key checklists and saved plans in a future release.

Question 5

Does the app handle local municipal codes, or just federal ADA?

Accepted Answer

We start with federal ADA guidance and layer in state and local requirements by zip code over time. Our goal is to surface the rules that actually apply to your location, not dump every code on you at once.

Question 6

How is your app different from a search engine or a PDF of the ADA standards?

Accepted Answer

Search engines give you fragments; PDFs give you walls of text. A11ySpaces filters guidance by your building type and location, turns standards into actionable checklists, and tracks your progress so you know what to do next.

Question 7

How do you scale to 41,000+ zip codes without thousands of employees?

Accepted Answer

We combine verified accessibility expertise with careful data architecture and automation. The rules are researched and validated by professionals; the delivery is powered by technology so the guidance reaches more people at a sustainable cost.

Question 8

Can I use this app to “self-certify” that my building is legal?

Accepted Answer

No. A11ySpaces is a planning and education tool, not a legal certification. We help you understand requirements and track improvements, but we always recommend working with qualified legal and accessibility professionals for formal compliance decisions.

Question 9

How do you ensure the data is accurate?

Accepted Answer

Our content is researched and reviewed by accessibility professionals and cross-checked against authoritative sources. We also build in feedback loops so users and experts can flag changes as codes and guidance evolve.

Question 10

Is this just for physical spaces, or digital accessibility too?

Accepted Answer

A11ySpaces focuses on physical spaces for now. Digital accessibility remains central to our mission through our other projects like A11yBook, A11yLearn, and the #A11yShow.

Question 11

Why are you focusing on employment and small businesses?

Accepted Answer

Employment and small business are where accessibility barriers have some of the biggest daily impact—and where resources are often most limited. Helping these spaces become more accessible creates ripple effects for workers, customers, and communities.

Question 12

What happens if you don’t reach your full funding goal?

Accepted Answer

We’ve designed the project in phases so core functionality can still ship even if funding is lighter than hoped. Backers will be kept informed, and we’ll prioritize the features that deliver the most value first.

Question 13

What if the app is delayed past April 2026?

Accepted Answer

We’re committed to transparent communication. If delays happen, backers and early supporters will receive regular updates with revised timelines and the reasons behind them.

Question 14

Where does my money go if I back the funding campaign(s)?

Accepted Answer

Funds support development, accessibility expert review, content validation, infrastructure, and community support. We aim to keep pricing low by building efficient, scalable systems.

Question 15

Why only $99 a year? Can you build a real business at that price?

Accepted Answer

Yes. By focusing on scalable guidance and community-driven feedback, we can keep costs low while reaching enough organizations to sustain the product. Accessibility should be affordable.

Question 16

How can I get involved without spending money?

Accepted Answer

Share feedback, suggest building types, spread the word, or join our community conversations. You can also follow us on social media and subscribe to our newsletter for updates.

Question 17

I’m a developer/analyst/designer with a passion for accessibility. How can I join the team?

Accepted Answer

We’d love to hear from you. Reach out through our Connect section or email us with your background and how you’d like to contribute. We’re building a community of people who care about accessible spaces.

Question 18

Can I suggest features or building types for the database?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. We rely on community input to prioritize building types, features, and content. Use our contact form or email us with your suggestions.

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