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Ghost accessibility

Ghost accessibility depends on theme choice — Ghost's default Casper theme targets WCAG 2.1 AA; custom themes vary widely. The platform itself supports semantic markup, alt text, and accessible editorial workflow but does not enforce it.

What does accessibility mean on Ghost?

Ghost is a publication-focused CMS where editorial discipline is the dominant factor.

Known accessibility challenges in Ghost

  • Custom theme variance
  • Inaccessible third-party newsletter integrations

Step-by-step: accessibility setup for Ghost

  1. Use Casper or audit your theme. Casper is the reference accessibility-aware theme.
  2. Editorial discipline on alt text. Ghost editor supports alt; require it.

Integration with this platform

Integration approach: Theme (Handlebars) + Members API.

FAQ

Ghost accessibility — FAQ

Cited answers. Sourced. Updated as standards and case law change.

  • Is Ghost accessible?

    Casper theme and Ghost editor support accessibility. Custom themes vary.

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