User1st

User1st

Software Development

Washington, District of Columbia 1,333 followers

Digital inclusion is our goal. Innovative SaaS software solutions are what we do.

About us

User1st offers the most advanced web accessibility solutions for organizations to reach more users and achieve the highest level of compliance and usability by the Web Accessibility Content Guidelines and beyond. uSuite, User1st Training, and User1st Accessibility Consulting Services provide for sustainable web accessibility practices and approaches for every organization, large and small. Based on the specifications of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 AA standards, User1st helps organizations provide accessible online content to the widest range of users while meeting legal requirements, such as Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act and Titles II & III of the Americans with Disabilities Act. As a cloud-based system, User1st’s uSuite is not only the most time-effective path to accessibility compliance, but also the most economical. User1st provides tailored accessibility accommodations based on the needs of each individual end user—for everyone else, your site looks just as you intended! No coding necessary and no impact on web design. Made up of developers, programmers, compliance and regulatory experts, social advocates, and academics, User1st’s team is working to help make the web accessible to everyone. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook (@User1st) to ensure you’re up to date on new features, accessibility news, and our Spotlight Feature series, which highlights individuals who have advanced the rights, opportunities, and boundaries of what was thought possible for individuals with disabilities! For more information, visit www.user1st.com.

Website
https://www.user1st.com
Industry
Software Development
Company size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Washington, District of Columbia
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2012
Specialties
Web Accessibility, WCAG 2.0 Level AA, User Experience, User Interface, HTML 5, JavaScript, CSS3, Coding, and digital accessibility

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Locations

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    401 9th St NW

    Washington, District of Columbia 20004, US

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    View profile for Ariel O.

    Co-Founder & CTO @User1st

    In a world where most digital interactions occur on smartphones and tablets, the importance of making apps accessible to all should be obvious. As I finalize the first week of meetings across North America, I'm glad to see the growing interest in making mobile apps and websites accessible. It's wonderful to see more and more companies realizing that it's not just about compliance; it's about personalized experience and customer satisfaction. This is what users expect from companies in 2024 and beyond.  User1st is all about helping businesses while empowering users! Even managed to stop by the Pro Football Hall of Fame 😎 #accessibility #CustomerSatisfaction #UserExperience 

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    Vlad Nemyrovskyi 🇺🇦 there are not enough words for us to demonstrate what a key part of our team you are.

    View profile for Ben Rosanes

    Optimizing the digital user experience from the first byte | CEO at User1st

    Nothing, but absolutely nothing makes me more proud than having someone like Vlad Nemyrovskyi 🇺🇦 getting recognition for his journey, contribution and hard work. You are a true partner to our journey,a dear friend and whatever I will say won't be enough to express my appreciation and respect for the part you have in User1st story. I could not have done it without you brother, you believed when everyone else thought that I was crazy..... https://lnkd.in/dbw-8eCM

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    View profile for Ben Rosanes

    Optimizing the digital user experience from the first byte | CEO at User1st

    ChatGPT is great but, Artificial intelligence will never be able to replace human perception. Human perception is crucial when you use AI in accessibility solutions to ensure digital inclusion. AI can help: It can speed up the process, It can see the code and detect errors,  It can even fix some of them But it can’t replicate the human perception and the impaired needs you're trying to solve. You can test and scan using AI until you get 100% compliance as much as you want. Heck, User1st’s in-code accessibility solution is also powered by AI. But artificial intelligence would never replicate the same experience using screen readers, or other assistive technology that a human would experience. You could have the most perfect and compliant code, and the user experience would still be inaccessible. Usability by real human beings means accessibility. The ultimate test is always having someone with a unique disability confirm usability. Nothing else should be acceptable as a standard. #DigitalInclusion #Accesability #AI

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    Did you know that claims of fully automating website compliance with WCAG 2.1 may not be realistic? The European Commission has officially stated that no automated tool can cover all the WCAG 2.1 level A and AA criteria, and some overlay tools may even make a website less accessible for users with disabilities. It's essential to ensure manual intervention for comprehensive compliance. If the impending European Accessibility Act applies to you or your business, we have the solution: Our u1 tool will allow you to implement in code accessibility. There are no magical solutions to a real-life problem, but we can help you take the shortest path to your secure destination. Let's prioritize inclusive design to make the digital space accessible for everyone. #WCAG #DigitalAccessibility #overlay https://lnkd.in/eRei8V_E

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    View profile for Ben Rosanes

    Optimizing the digital user experience from the first byte | CEO at User1st

    In 2023, we solved accessibility challenges for web and mobile apps. What will we solve in 2025? 2024 will be the year to push all boundaries of technology to provide a personalized digital experience. The solution for web and mobile is here. You can enable an inclusive user experience for everyone, even those without disabilities. That’s where User1st is going.  And we want to take you on this journey with us. Beyond accessibility, And towards a truly personalized digital user experience. #Technology #Accesability #Userjourney

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    If your business is based in Israel or you provide services to people affected by the war in Gaza - we can help make your website accessible.

    An Israeli tech firm that enables companies to make their websites and apps accessible for people with disabilities is offering its services for free to Israel’s government bodies and other key institutions during the war against Hamas in Gaza. In wartime, vital information such as the location of healthcare facilities or even bomb shelters is provided online, and finding it can be challenging or even impossible for people with disabilities who require digital accessibility. In reality, that translates to one fifth of all internet users, User1st founder and CEO Ben Rosanes tells NoCamels. User1st fits its artificial intelligence-based code into the existing source code of a website or app, transforming it into a platform with full digital accessibility – meaning it can be used by anyone with a range of disabilities, including visual, cognitive, motor and auditory. #disability #disabilityawareness #accessability #israelinnovation #israelitech #coding #userfriendly

    Israeli Firm Boosts Accessibility Online For Disabled In Wartime

    Israeli Firm Boosts Accessibility Online For Disabled In Wartime

    https://nocamels.com

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    View profile for Ben Rosanes

    Optimizing the digital user experience from the first byte | CEO at User1st

    Big news! Google for Startups recognizes User1st essential mission by giving us $350K. We've always envisioned our product as semi-automatic due to the amount of data AI and machine learning required to achieve high accuracy. So far, we're at 90% accuracy. We teach the system what and how to fix website accessibility issues. Google's willingness to join forces and boost our abilities shows they share the need for a personalized digital experience. Although we are technically a niche startup focused on accessibility, our eventual goal is to disrupt the digital experience. Google for Startups gave us the platform and resources needed to perfect our product quicker so they can add our company to their marketplace. This is instrumental in helping complete the User1st roadmap and bring our vision to reality. We're partnering with Google to bring digital inclusion to all. Don't stay behind the digital inclusion revolution. Reach out today! #DigitalInclusion #Accessibility #Business

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    We strive to do good - we are honored to be recognized by Google for Startups. Through this partnership, we will continue to make the digital world a more inclusive place for everyone.

    View profile for Ariel O.

    Co-Founder & CTO @User1st

    We’re in! Even though we’re not a typical startup, Google for Startups welcomed us to the Cloud Program. We proved to Google that User1st is an outstanding AI-based company that can disrupt the digital user experience. With this award, User1st will get 🌟$350,000 credit for Google Cloud and Firebase usage 🌟Access to advanced hands-on AI training and labs  🌟Architectural guidance, technical deep dives, and hands-on workshops from Google AI experts 🌟Access to Google’s AI experts and insights and latest products We’re thrilled Google sees the value of our company’s mission. Can’t wait to create a more inclusive and customized digital experience for all. Google Cloud Google for Developers #googleforstartup #startups #startupstories #technews

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    View profile for Ben Rosanes

    Optimizing the digital user experience from the first byte | CEO at User1st

    Accessibility or digital inclusion helps connect those who need help and those who offer it. In the past 2 weeks, we've been supporting the growing need of our clients to provide accessibility to essential websites and documents at a moment's notice. Among our clients, you will find UNRWA, the national post office, health services, banks, and software development. User1st served over 12 initiates specifically created to offer immediate humanitarian help to those in need. I'm amazed and feel lucky to have our clients. When push comes to shove, they are doing everything for their customers. I just hope society will embrace this level of attentiveness towards the other's needs in times of peace, not just in times of crisis. #DigitalInclusion #Necessity #Accessibility #Business 

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User1st 3 total rounds

Last Round

Seed

US$ 2.9M

Investors

500 Global
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