Shopify Accessibility Checklist for Catalog Content

Shopify accessibility work spans themes, apps, checkout flows, content, and ongoing testing. Catalog content is not the whole job, but it is a high-volume area where merchants can make steady improvements.

Use this checklist as a practical starting point. It is not legal advice and should be paired with qualified review for broader accessibility questions.

Catalog Content Checklist

1. Find product images with missing or placeholder alt text.
2. Write descriptive alt text for meaningful product images.
3. Review product descriptions for missing details and unsupported claims.
4. Check SEO titles and meta descriptions for duplication.
5. Document approved catalog updates.

Storefront Areas to Review Separately

• Keyboard navigation through header, search, cart, and checkout paths.
• Form labels, error messages, and focus states.
• Color contrast on buttons, badges, and sale messaging.
• Third-party app widgets that inject content or controls.

How Lumi Can Help

Lumi focuses on Shopify catalog remediation: missing alt text, weak product descriptions, SEO metadata gaps, review workflows, and records of approved updates.

FAQ

Does Shopify handle every accessibility requirement out of the box?

Shopify provides commerce infrastructure, but your storefront depends on theme code, apps, content, media, and customizations. Review real customer flows.

Are accessibility overlays enough for Shopify stores?

Overlays are not a substitute for fixing issues in your theme, content, and third-party apps. Many issues require direct remediation and testing.

Can Lumi handle all accessibility requirements?

No. Lumi helps with catalog content workflows such as alt text and metadata review. It does not provide legal advice or replace technical accessibility testing.