Digital accessibility is just one part of creating an inclusive experience. For people with disabilities, accessibility doesn’t stop when they leave a website — it extends into physical spaces too. That’s why accessiBe is partnering with RightHear, an orientation technology company, to help businesses combine digital and physical accessibility.
As part of this collaboration, every member of the accessiBe community can now receive complimentary access to RightHear’s Base Plan, including a free talking sign. This simple yet powerful addition makes it easier for people who are blind, have low vision, or face orientation challenges to navigate physical environments with confidence.
Why talking signs matter
Traditional signage doesn’t work for everyone. Audio format signage, known as “talking signs”, makes orientation possible for people who can’t rely on visual cues, such as those who are blind, have low vision, or experience cognitive or orientation-related disabilities.
Using the free RightHear mobile app, visitors can access clear, spoken information about where they are, what’s around them, and how to get where they want to go. It’s a simple, no-tech setup for businesses, but it makes a world of difference for guests.
By combining accessiBe’s digital accessibility solutions with RightHear’s physical accessibility tools, businesses can create truly inclusive environments online and on-site.
What accessiBe customers get
As part of this partnership, all accessiBe community members now have access to:
- RightHear’s Base Plan — free of charge
- A printable talking sign that delivers spoken, location-based information
- Simple installation with no technical integration required
- A seamless guest experience through the free RightHear mobile app
That means businesses can start making their physical spaces more accessible immediately, without cost or complexity.
A shared mission of inclusion
For years, businesses have focused on two separate fronts of accessibility: physical access (like ramps and braille) and digital inclusion (accessible websites and apps). This partnership represents the next step: the blend of both.
As RightHear Co-Founder and CEO Idan Meir explains:
“Accessibility has evolved. First, we focused on the physical world — ramps, braille, elevators. Then came the digital revolution, making websites and apps usable for all. Today, we’re entering a new era: the blend. Digital and physical accessibility are no longer separate — they’re two sides of the same experience.”
Steven Bonadio, SVP of Marketing at accessiBe, emphasizes how this shift benefits businesses directly:
“This partnership allows us to extend our value to customers with physical locations — enabling them to improve accessibility not just on their websites, but across their storefronts as well to enrich the entire customer experience.”
Together, accessiBe and RightHear are helping businesses lead the way in accessibility, creating environments where everyone feels welcome and supported.
Why this matters for your business
Making your website accessible is a vital first step but it’s also just one piece of the puzzle. By extending accessibility to physical spaces, you:
- Strengthen your brand’s reputation as inclusive and forward-thinking
- Deliver a better experience for all visitors, online and offline
- Support compliance and risk management by going beyond minimum standards
- Show leadership in accessibility by embracing both digital and physical inclusion
Ready to take the next step?
If you are already an accessiBe customer or partner, you now have free access to RightHear’s Base Plan and your first talking sign. Reach out to our team for more information on how to get started.
It’s quick to implement, simple to use, and a powerful way to expand your commitment to accessibility.
Together, we’re building a future where accessibility doesn’t stop at the screen — it extends into every part of the customer journey.
