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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about auditing forms for accessibility.

Why did my audit get blocked (403 error)?

Some websites block requests from serverless IPs (like ours) as a security measure. This is common with government sites and enterprise platforms. Use the "Audit by HTML upload" option instead – save the page source and upload it directly.

Can I audit multi-step forms?

Yes! For forms with multiple pages, save each step as a separate HTML file and upload them all at once. The audit will process them in order and combine the results.

Is my data stored?

No. All audits are processed in memory and discarded immediately. We don't store your page content, form data, or audit results. Results go straight to your browser.

What platforms are supported?

We support most web forms regardless of platform, including Drupal, OpenForms, Snapforms, Formlify, and custom-built forms. If the form renders as HTML, we can audit it.

Why is my score lower than expected?

The Resident Experience Score is strict by design. Common issues like missing labels, poor input types, or lack of error messages all contribute to deductions. Check the "Top drivers" section to see which issues have the biggest impact.

What about WCAG compliance?

Our checks are based on WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines and form usability best practices. However, this audit is not a formal WCAG compliance assessment. It's a practical tool to identify common accessibility issues.

Can I audit forms behind a login?

Not directly via URL. For authenticated pages, use the HTML upload option: log in to the site, navigate to the form, save the page source, and upload it.

How often should I audit my forms?

We recommend auditing after any significant changes to form structure or styling. Many teams include form audits as part of their QA process before deploying updates.

Is it legal to audit someone else's form?

Yes. AuditMyForm fetches publicly accessible HTML for accessibility analysis only – the same content any browser or search engine can access. We do not store, cache, or redistribute any content. Accessibility auditing is a legitimate public interest activity.

Still have questions?

Email phil@auditmyform.com and we'll help you out.

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