PrestaShop Ecommerce Website Accessibility

How to Implement EqualWeb`s Accessibility Script on PrestaShop Website
To enhance the accessibility of your PrestaShop website using EqualWeb`s accessibility widget, follow these steps:

1. Obtain the EqualWeb Script
   • Visit EqualWeb’s official website and sign up for their accessibility widget service.
   • After registration, you will receive a JavaScript code snippet that is unique to your website.
2. Access Your PrestaShop Admin Panel
   • Log in to your PrestaShop Admin Panel.
   • From the admin dashboard, navigate to the Themes section.
3. Edit Your Theme
   • In the Themes section, click on Advanced Settings or find the Theme Editor option.
   • Access the theme’s files, specifically the header.tpl or footer.tpl file, depending on where you want to insert the script.
4. Insert the EqualWeb Script
   • Open the header.tpl (or footer.tpl) file in the theme editor.
   • Inside the section of the template file, paste the EqualWeb JavaScript snippet just before the closing tag.
   • Example: 
     
     
5. Save and Publish the Changes
   • After pasting the script, click Save to save your changes.
   • Clear the cache in PrestaShop (under Advanced Parameters > Performance) to ensure the changes take effect on the live website.
6. Verify the Installation
   • Visit your website in a browser.
   • Check for the EqualWeb accessibility widget (typically appearing as an icon in the corner of the page).
   • Click on the widget to test the accessibility features, ensuring everything works properly.
7. Maintain Accessibility Compliance
   • Keep the EqualWeb widget updated to comply with accessibility standards like WCAG, ADA, and Section 508.
   • Monitor feedback from users to ensure the accessibility features are effective.