PlainFix
PlainFix is a web-based accessibility scanning tool that analyzes submitted URLs against WCAG 2.x A and AA rules using axe-core. Instead of simply flagging issues, it explains each problem in plain English and provides concrete code-level fixes that developers can apply directly. It explicitly positions itself as an alternative to overlay widgets, focusing on actual remediation rather than surface-level mitigation. To use PlainFix, you paste a page URL and the service opens the live page, runs an automated accessibility check, and then presents results grouped by severity. A free scan shows full issue counts and a few sample fixes, while paid report packs ($9 for 1 URL, $15 for 2, $21 for 3) unlock the full list for a particular URL. Multi-pack purchases also include access codes that can be shared or used later, valid for 30 days. PlainFix is built for WCAG-minded remediation. It serves developers, designers, and product teams who need to identify accessibility breakage before or after launch and want practical guidance on how to fix it in code. Reports aim to teach users what is broken and how to repair it, making the tool useful both for compliance audits and for accessibility skill-building.
- Category
- Design
- Pricing
- Paid
Problem solved
Developers and designers need accessibility issues explained in plain language and translated into concrete code fixes, but most scanning tools report raw violations or promote overlay widgets. PlainFix automates a WCAG 2.x A/AA scan and delivers each issue alongside an understandable, editable fix so teams can remediate without guessing.
Use cases
- Scanning a public website for WCAG 2.x A/AA compliance issues
- Obtaining code-level remediation guidance for accessibility defects
- Preparing accessible pages for launch or client review
- Educating developers about accessible semantic markup
- Running quick accessibility regression checks on a live URL
- Generating plain-English accessibility reports for audits
Audience
- Developers
- Designers
- Product Managers
- Business Users
Pros
- Provides plain-English explanations for accessibility issues
- Gives concrete code-level fixes instead of generic advice
- Built on axe-core for solid WCAG 2.x A/AA coverage
- Free scan available without sign-up
- Focuses on real remediation rather than overlay widgets
Cons
- Automated scans may miss issues that require human context
- No explicit support for WCAG AAA-level criteria
- Full report requires a paid purchase
- Scans a single URL at a time rather than an entire site
Official website: https://plainfix.app/
Canonical LambdaBase page: https://www.lambdabase.com/tools/plainfix