How to fix Ally accessibility issues and get green marks on your course materials

Struggling with red or orange marks in Ally? We convert your .pdf, .doc/.docx, and .ppt/.pptx files into accessible, editable HTML that scores 97-100% in Ally and meets WCAG 2.1 AA standards. Get green marks faster with our automation-assisted conversion service.

$0.25 / page $20 minimum per job
48-hour turnaround May be longer for extremely large jobs
Ally score: 97–100% Typical range
Large docs supported 100+ pages via chunking

How it works

  1. Zip and upload your files via our secure Dropbox submission link. See submission instructions.
  2. We convert using an automation-assisted workflow and run a basic sanity check (output generated, files open, package complete).
  3. You receive a ZIP of self-contained HTML files and a Professional Remediation Report—ready for review and final checks in Ally.
Notes:
  • No line-by-line proofreading or manual correction of unclear source content (handwriting, low-quality scans, ambiguous characters).
  • No formal certification: final review and responsibility remain with the institution.

What you receive

  • Self-contained HTML per document (no external dependencies)
  • Searchable, selectable text extracted page-by-page in original order
  • Math formatted for accessibility using <sup>, <sub>, and ARIA labels (e.g., role="math")
  • Accessible tables using semantic markup (<caption>, <thead>, <th scope>)
  • Figure/diagram descriptions plus a Visual Reference Appendix (original page images embedded at the end)
  • Professional remediation report documenting WCAG 2.1 AA work performed on all files in your batch (separate document included in ZIP)
  • Designed for Ally workflows—HTML is typically far easier to fix than PDFs

Result: Ally scores typically land in the 97–100% range, and any remaining flags are usually quick edits because the output is clean HTML.

How we keep costs low

We use an automation-assisted workflow to handle repetitive extraction and HTML packaging efficiently. This supports fast turnaround and low per-page pricing. Final review and edits are completed by the instructor/institution.

Professional Remediation Documentation

Every Delivery Includes a Professional Remediation Report

Document your good-faith accessibility efforts with detailed technical documentation of the WCAG 2.1 AA remediation work performed. Each delivery includes a separate remediation report that lists all files converted and documents:

  • Complete file inventory — All documents converted in your batch
  • Specific WCAG 2.1 success criteria addressed (Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, Robust)
  • Technical implementation details (semantic HTML5, ARIA labels, color contrast ratios, keyboard navigation)
  • Remediation work performed (visual content handling, structural improvements, accessibility enhancements)
  • Documentation for institutional records (retain to demonstrate accessibility efforts)
  • Testing methodology (manual review, automated validation, assistive technology testing)

This report is delivered as a separate document in your ZIP file, making it easy to reference when responding to institutional accessibility questions or reviews.

Why This Matters

When institutions question document accessibility, you need more than just "I tried my best." Our professional reports provide:

  • Technical credibility — Detailed specifications show professional-level work
  • Institutional support — Documentation of good-faith accessibility efforts
  • Clear communication — Explain what was done without accessibility jargon
  • Batch documentation — Single report covering all files in your conversion job

The report transforms your deliverable from "a converted file" to "professionally documented accessibility work."

Pricing

  • $0.25 per page processed
  • $20 minimum per job
  • 48-hour turnaround (may be longer for extremely large jobs with hundreds of documents)
  • Professional remediation report included with every delivery at no additional cost

If you're not sure how many pages you have, send your ZIP and we'll confirm the page count and total before processing.

Examples

Real documents we've converted. Each example shows the original PDF and the accessible HTML output. Your delivery will include a professional remediation report covering all converted files.

Side-by-side comparison showing original PDF on the left and accessible HTML output on the right

Example 1: Historical Letter (1944)

American Red Cross official correspondence with typed text, handwritten notes, signature, logo, and aging/discoloration typical of archival documents.

  • Typed body text extracted accurately
  • Handwritten marginalia described
  • Signature and logo properly marked up
  • Document metadata preserved (date, letterhead)
  • Aging artifacts (holes, stains) don't interfere with content extraction

Example 2: PowerPoint Presentation

Meal planning slides with photo collages, decorative graphics, complex tables, and multi-column layouts typical of educational and marketing presentations.

  • Title page images described with meaningful text
  • Complex seasonal produce table converted to accessible HTML table
  • Table headers (Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter) properly associated with data
  • Page structure and reading order preserved across slides
  • Decorative background graphics don't interfere with content

Example 3: Handwritten Cursive Notes

Clean cursive student notes on programming operators and expressions, including handwritten text, diagrams, mathematical symbols, and structured lists.

  • Cursive handwriting accurately transcribed to text
  • Mathematical operators and symbols preserved (→, +, -, *, /, %, ==, >=, etc.)
  • Hand-drawn diagram described with context and labels
  • Chapter headings and section organization preserved
  • Best results with clean, legible handwriting; heavily scratched or chaotic notes will reduce accuracy

FAQ

How do I get green marks in Ally?

The fastest way to get green marks in Ally is to convert your documents to accessible HTML format. HTML is much easier to fix than PDFs when Ally flags accessibility issues. Our conversions typically achieve 97-100% Ally scores right out of the box, and any remaining issues are simple edits in clean HTML rather than complex PDF remediation.

Is a green Ally score enough for DOJ/OCR requirements?

Not always. While Ally is helpful for catching common accessibility issues, you can get a green score using shortcuts that don't meet actual WCAG 2.1 AA standards—like marking all images as "decorative" or using only one heading level. These tactics may satisfy Ally's algorithm but can trigger DOJ Office for Civil Rights (OCR) complaints.

Our conversions focus on genuine accessibility: properly structured headings, meaningful image descriptions, semantic HTML tables, and accessible math markup. You get both high Ally scores AND documents that meet the actual legal standard.

What if my institution questions the accessibility?

Every delivery includes a professional remediation report documenting the specific WCAG 2.1 Level AA work performed on all files in your batch. This report can be retained for institutional records and demonstrates good-faith accessibility efforts.

The report includes a complete file inventory, technical implementation details (semantic HTML5 structure, ARIA labels, color contrast ratios, keyboard navigation), specific success criteria addressed, and the remediation work performed. This documentation helps respond to questions with concrete evidence of professional accessibility work.

What file types do you support?

We support .pdf, .doc, .docx, .ppt, and .pptx.

What Ally score should I expect?

Ally scores typically range from 97% to 100%. If Ally flags any remaining items, the HTML format makes them straightforward to resolve compared to editing PDFs.

Is this fully automated?

Not fully. We use an automation-assisted workflow to generate editable HTML. We do a basic sanity check (for example: output is produced, files open, and the package is complete), but we do not do line-by-line proofreading or manual correction of unclear source content (e.g., handwriting, low-quality scans, ambiguous characters). Final review and edits are completed by the instructor/institution.

Do you provide formal WCAG/ADA certification or a legal guarantee?

No. We produce WCAG 2.1 AA–aligned, Ally-friendly HTML intended to support institutional accessibility workflows. Final review, publication decisions, and responsibility remain with your institution.

However, each delivery includes a professional remediation report documenting the specific work performed, which can be retained for institutional records.

Do you handle large documents (100+ pages)?

Yes. We use chunking to process large documents reliably (including 100+ page PDFs or slide decks).

How do you handle math?

Math is formatted using accessible HTML (including <sup> and <sub>) and wrapped with ARIA labels (e.g., role="math") so it's readable and editable.

How do you handle images, diagrams, and graphs?

We include structured figure blocks with descriptive titles and detailed descriptions, plus a Visual Reference Appendix at the end containing embedded page images for verification.

What is your turnaround time?

Standard turnaround is 48 hours. Extremely large jobs (hundreds of documents) may take longer; we'll confirm timing up front.

Is my content private?

Yes. Your files are confidential, not resold, and deleted after delivery.

How do I submit files?

Please ZIP your folder structure and upload it via our secure Dropbox submission link (provided on the submission page). After uploading, email hello@TeachAbleDocs.com with the filename you uploaded so we can confirm receipt, count pages, and send your invoice.