PDF Remediation Services
PDF remediation is the process of making PDF documents accessible to everyone — including people who use screen readers, keyboard navigation, and other assistive technologies. We add the underlying structure that allows these tools to interpret your content correctly, so every user can read, navigate, and understand your documents.
What Gets Fixed
Every remediated document is checked and corrected across these critical accessibility areas.
Reading Order
Ensure content is read in the correct sequence by screen readers and other assistive technologies.
Heading Structure
Establish a logical heading hierarchy (H1 through H6) so users can navigate the document efficiently.
Alt Text
Add descriptive alternative text to images, charts, and diagrams so non-visual users understand the content.
Table Headers
Mark row and column headers in data tables so screen readers can associate cells with their headings.
Form Labels
Associate labels with form fields so users know what information each field requires.
Color Contrast
Verify that text and background colors meet minimum contrast ratios for readability.
Document Language
Set the document language attribute so assistive technologies use the correct pronunciation rules.
Bookmarks
Generate bookmarks from the heading structure for quick navigation within longer documents.
Service Tiers
Choose the level of remediation that matches your compliance requirements and document complexity.
Level 1
Basic Accessibility
Automated tagging, structure, and reading order correction. Best for high-volume internal documents that need baseline accessibility.
- Automated PDF/UA structure tagging
- Reading order correction
- Document language setting
- Bookmark generation
- Machine-verified output
Level 2
Enhanced Compliance
Automated remediation plus enhanced checks and a compliance report. Best for public-facing documents that must meet regulatory standards.
- Everything in Level 1
- AI-verified heading hierarchy
- Enhanced alt text generation
- Table header identification
- Form label association
- Color contrast validation
- Compliance report included
Level 3
Full Remediation
Complete remediation with expert human QA and a Certificate of Compliance. Best for legal filings, government submissions, and compliance-critical documents.
- Everything in Level 2
- Expert human QA review
- Manual tag corrections
- Complex table remediation
- Certificate of Compliance
- Dedicated account manager
Volume Discounts
Level 1 (Basic Accessibility) per-page pricing for high-volume commitments.
100K+ pages
$0.29/page
500K+ pages
$0.28/page
1M+ pages
$0.26/page
5M+ pages
$0.25/page
Standards We Remediate To
Every document we process is validated against the standards that apply to your organization and jurisdiction.
WCAG 2.1 AA
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines — the global standard for digital accessibility, required by most regulations.
Section 508
U.S. federal requirement for accessible electronic and information technology, applicable to all federal agencies and their contractors.
PDF/UA (ISO 14289)
The international standard for universally accessible PDF documents, defining requirements for tagged PDF structure.
HHS
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services accessibility requirements for health-related documents and communications.
EN 301 549
European standard for ICT accessibility, harmonized with the EU Web Accessibility Directive and European Accessibility Act.
How It Works
From upload to compliant download in four straightforward steps.
Step 1: Upload
Upload your PDF documents through our secure portal, API, or bulk import. Files are encrypted in transit and at rest.
Step 2: AI Analyzes
Our AI engine scans each document, identifies accessibility issues, and applies automated remediation — tagging structure, reading order, alt text, and more.
Step 3: Expert QA
For Level 2 and Level 3 services, trained accessibility specialists review the output, correct edge cases, and validate compliance.
Step 4: Download with Certificate
Download your fully remediated documents along with a compliance report or Certificate of Compliance, ready for publication or filing.
Turnaround Times
Processing speed depends on the level of remediation and review required.
| Service Level | Typical Turnaround |
|---|---|
| Level 1 — Basic Accessibility | Minutes |
| Level 2 — Enhanced Compliance | 1–2 business days |
| Level 3 — Full Remediation | 2–5 business days |
Ready to make your documents accessible?
Whether you have a handful of PDFs or millions of pages, we have a remediation solution that fits your needs and budget.