Allyant

What Allyant does

Allyant is a privately held accessibility solutions provider headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, operating globally from six offices across the Americas, APAC, and EMEA. The company delivers an integrated platform spanning digital, PDF, and print accessibility for organizations in regulated industries, with a customer base of more than 1,500 organizations concentrated in financial services, government, healthcare, and education. Named customers include Citi, American Express, Capital One, MetLife, Verizon, Comcast, Yale University, and the Library of Congress. Allyant reports that 80% of the largest US financial institutions and 100% of the largest Canadian financial institutions trust its solutions.

The company sells a bundled technology and services stack centered on the Allyant Accessibility Platform (Hub), the CommonLook PDF software suite (PDF, Office, Edu, Clarity, and a free PDF Validator), and the proprietary aDOCS print automation platform. Core capabilities include automated website and PDF scanning, three-tiered manual accessibility auditing, VPAT/ACR authoring, AI-powered high-volume PDF remediation for templated documents, and alternative-format production (braille, large print, e-text). Revenue is generated through software subscriptions (CommonLook and the Hub), professional services (PDF remediation, VPAT, auditing, training), managed compliance services on multi-year contracts, and litigation support. Distribution combines direct enterprise sales, a self-serve software tier with free trials, and a partner program spanning digital agencies, CMS providers, government resellers, and print service providers.

Allyant's competitive position rests on the largest dedicated accessibility talent pool (300+ experts including IAAP-certified engineers and legally blind assistive-technology testers), leadership in PDF/UA standards working groups, certifications including SOC 2 Type 2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and NIST 800-53, and integration with enterprise workflows via Jira and CCM/CRM systems. The company is led by CEO Ariel Kunar alongside CRO Daniel Sullivan, COO Mike Kilbane, CTO Ferass ElRayes, and SVP of Digital Accessibility Technology Kelly Heikkila.

Name

Allyant

Legal name

Allyant

Website

https://allyant.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Allyant is a global accessibility solutions provider that helps regulated enterprises achieve digital, PDF, and print accessibility compliance through its Allyant Hub platform, CommonLook PDF software suite, aDOCS print automation, and managed remediation services, serving over 1,500 customers including major financial institutions, government agencies, and universities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Digital Accessibility Compliance Software and Services

NAICS

Software Publishers (5132), Software Publishers (513210), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAFAKAE

Accessible Content & Document Remediation Tools (EPUB/PDF/Video Accessibility, Alt-Text, WCAG Workflows)

Education/Education Technology (EdTech) & Digital Learning/Accessibility, Assistive Technology & Special Needs EdTech

SECONDARYEDALAGAB

Assistive Technology (AT) & Accessible Learning Tools

Education/Student Services & Campus Operations/Disability Services & Accessibility

SECONDARYEDAFAKAC

Assistive Hearing & Communication Access (Captioning, Hearing Support, Transcription)

Education/Education Technology (EdTech) & Digital Learning/Accessibility, Assistive Technology & Special Needs EdTech

SECONDARYEDAFAHAL

Accessibility & Inclusive Design Tooling for Authoring (WCAG/508)

Education/Education Technology (EdTech) & Digital Learning/Content Authoring, Instructional Design & eLearning Development Tools

SECONDARYEDAKAIAK

AT Device Setup, Integration & Technical Support (MDM, IT, Interoperability)

Education/Special Education & Learning Support Services/Assistive Technology (AT) Assessment, Devices & Training

Keywords

• Digital accessibility compliance
• PDF remediation software
• ADA compliance services
• VPAT accessibility testing
• Braille transcription services

Headquarters

HQ city

Ottawa

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. PDF Remediation Services: Expert remediation services for making PDFs accessible and compliant, delivered within days with 100% conformance guarantee. Includes high-volume templated document processing.
2. Software Licenses (CommonLook Suite): AI-powered PDF accessibility software available via download or web-based subscription. Includes Desktop, Advanced Editor, and Simplified Editor options for do-it-yourself remediation.
3. Allyant Platform Subscription: Centralized accessibility management platform providing scanning, monitoring, reporting, Jira integration, and knowledge base access on subscription basis
4. Accessible Print and Alternative Format Production: Braille transcription, reflowed large print, e-text, audio, and tactile graphics production services for high-volume statement processing and specialized educational materials
5. VPAT/ACR Testing Services: Accessibility conformance testing and documentation services for software and digital products, with ongoing update services for feature releases
6. Managed Compliance Services: All-encompassing end-to-end bundled accessibility services combining essential services into comprehensive ongoing managed service
7. Training Services: Digital accessibility and PDF accessibility training including live sessions, on-demand modules, and office hours for CommonLook software users

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Allyant provides end-to-end digital, document (PDF), and print accessibility solutions through a combination of proprietary software (the Allyant Accessibility Platform/HUB and the CommonLook suite) and expert professional services. Offerings include AI-powered PDF remediation, automated website and embedded-PDF scanning, manual accessibility audits, VPAT/ACR conformance testing, litigation support, braille and large-print production, managed compliance, and training. Solutions are engineered to help organizations meet ADA, Section 508, EAA, AODA, and HHS requirements at enterprise scale.

Product overview

Allyant offers a comprehensive suite of digital, document, and print accessibility solutions organized around three core pillars: Digital Experiences, PDF Solutions, and Print Solutions. The flagship Allyant Accessibility Platform (HUB) serves as a centralized management system for website, PDF, and VPAT accessibility with integrated Jira workflow support. The CommonLook software suite (CommonLook PDF, CommonLook Office, CommonLook Edu, and CommonLook Clarity) provides tools for PDF accessibility remediation, creation, and enterprise-scale scanning. Allyant also delivers expert services including PDF remediation, VPAT testing, litigation support, managed compliance, and professional training. The proprietary aDOCS platform powers high-volume accessible print production. A partner program extends solutions through digital agencies, CMS providers, government resellers, and accessibility solution providers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CommonLook PDF: Industry-leading AI-powered PDF accessibility software for creating and remediating accessible PDF documents.
• CommonLook Office
• CommonLook Edu
• Allyant Accessibility Platform
• Clarity
• aDOCS
• ProcureEnsure
• PDF Validator

Products and services

• Allyant Accessibility Platform (HUB) Centralized digital accessibility management platform that aggregates results from automated and manual testing, providing high-level accessibility health scores, issue prioritization, code-level guidance, and integration with Jira for accessibility workflow management. For enterprise organizations running ongoing accessibility programs.
• Website Accessibility Scanning and Monitoring Automated website accessibility scanning tool that tests web content, web-based applications, and embedded PDFs in a single scan, with recurring scan scheduling and real-time monitoring against WCAG 2.2 AA standards. For organizations requiring continuous web accessibility compliance.
• CommonLook PDF AI-powered do-it-yourself PDF accessibility software available via browser-based access or desktop download for Windows and macOS, featuring advanced and simplified editors for tagging, reading-order correction, and WCAG/PDF/UA compliance verification. For accessibility professionals remediating PDF documents.
• CommonLook Office Microsoft Windows plugin that generates accessible PDF documents from Word and PowerPoint files, identifying and resolving accessibility issues and automating basic fixes to exceed native Office accessibility functionality. For Microsoft Office users producing accessible documents.
• CommonLook Edu Accessibility software designed for educators to create accessible learning materials including STEM content; supports inputs of PDF, Word, NIMAS, and ePub with outputs of accessible PDF, reflowed large print, e-text, and braille. For K-12 and higher-education educators.
• CommonLook Clarity Enterprise PDF scanning tool that discovers large volumes of PDFs across websites, intranets, portals, and repositories, testing each for accessibility and prioritizing remediation based on access frequency. For enterprises managing enterprise-scale PDF estates.
• CommonLook PDF Validator Free Adobe Acrobat Pro plugin that tests individual PDF accessibility, examining metadata, fonts, tagging, headings, alt text, links, tables, and other elements with certification reports. For individuals needing quick PDF accessibility checks.
• aDOCS Platform Proprietary automation platform for accessible print production that integrates with document repositories and processing workflows to convert source documents into braille, large print, and other alternative formats. For organizations producing high-volume accessible print communications.
• PDF Remediation Services Expert PDF remediation service that tests and remediates documents for accessibility compliance with Section 508, ADA Title II, AODA, and EAA, delivering accessible documents within five business days with a 100% conformance guarantee. For organizations needing outsourced PDF accessibility remediation.
• High-Volume PDF Accessibility Solution AI-powered high-volume PDF accessibility solution for templated documents including credit-card and bank statements, utility invoices, tax forms, medical bills, and enrollment forms; uses closed-source AI automation and machine learning for scalable accessible PDF production at billions of pages annually. For enterprises producing high-volume customer communications.
• VPAT / ACR Testing Services Accessibility conformance testing service that delivers completed Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates (VPATs) and Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACRs) using manual audits and assistive-technology user testing, with ongoing update services for new feature releases. For software publishers and procurement-driven enterprises.
• ProcureEnsure Third-party product accessibility VPAT validation service that provides unbiased, high-level risk evaluation using automated and live user testing during technology procurement. For organizations procuring accessible third-party software.
• Litigation Support Services Expert accessibility support for organizations facing ADA or digital accessibility lawsuits, including rebuttal reports, affidavit preparation, and legal strategy development. For organizations responding to accessibility-related litigation.
• Managed Compliance Services End-to-end ongoing managed service bundling essential accessibility services including auditing, scanning, monitoring, and remediation support. For enterprises seeking outsourced, accountable accessibility programs.
• Braille Transcription Services Braille transcription and embossing services including standards-compliant transcription across industries, specialized tactile graphic transcription, and support for educational materials including Nemeth code for mathematics. For organizations producing accessible communications and educational materials.
• CommonLook Software Training On-demand, self-paced training modules supporting CommonLook PDF and Office accessibility remediation software, covering introductory concepts through advanced functionality, with live office hours. For users and administrators of CommonLook software.
• Digital Accessibility Training Live and customized training sessions covering accessibility fundamentals through role-specific tactical support, helping teams create accessible, compliant digital experiences meeting WCAG standards. For organizations building internal accessibility capabilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 97% reduction in audit findings for Global Excel
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers25 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability3 records

Feature12 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Vaan GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVaan Group is a Shopify Platinum certified digital agency that partners with Allyant to deliver accessible websites and mobile apps to clients. The partnership enables Vaan Group to embed accessibility into their brand conversion philosophy, ensuring every site built is beautiful, functional, and inclusive.
• Arc TouchminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDigital agency partner delivering accessible websites and mobile applications to clients using Allyant's accessibility solutions.
• King & PartnersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDigital agency partner with accessibility-focused service offerings powered by Allyant.
• Applied ImaginationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDigital agency partner providing accessibility solutions to clients through Allyant partnership.
• BarrelminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDigital agency partner offering Allyant's accessibility services to client projects.
• CodalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDigital agency partner integrating Allyant's accessibility solutions into client deliverables.
• IamotaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDigital agency partner delivering accessible digital experiences through Allyant partnership.
• MAZEminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDigital agency partner providing accessibility services using Allyant's platform and expertise.
• Vaulted OakminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDigital agency partner leveraging Allyant for accessibility expertise in client projects.
• CivicPluscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCivicPlus is partnered with Allyant because they're the market leader in PDF accessibility, offering the most complete DIY and full-service solutions for local government accessibility needs. Allyant brings comprehensive digital and document accessibility to CivicPlus's government client base.
• 8(a) Certified BusinessesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor8(a) certified businesses and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB) can partner as government accessibility resellers with Allyant.
• Women-Owned and Minority-Owned Small BusinessesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWomen-owned and minority-owned small businesses can access preferred pricing and partnership programs for government accessibility reselling.
• Disability:IN (Procure Access)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAllyant strongly advocates for the Disability:IN Procure Access initiative, actively promoting the acquisition of accessible technologies. This reflects Allyant's commitment to accessibility procurement standards.

Scale indicators10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Level Access: Level Access is a direct competitor offering enterprise digital accessibility auditing, scanning, VPAT/ACR services, and managed accessibility programs. It serves a similar regulated-enterprise customer base (financial services, government, higher education) with overlapping software + services model.
• AudioEye: AudioEye provides automated website accessibility remediation and monitoring as a SaaS platform, with an audio-eye-test-and-fix overlay plus professional services. It directly competes with Allyant's HUB platform and website scanning capabilities in mid-market and enterprise segments.
• Siteimprove: Siteimprove offers a digital governance platform combining web accessibility scanning, SEO, and content quality with related services. Its accessibility suite competes with Allyant's scanning, monitoring, and remediation workflows for enterprise and government digital teams.
• eSSENTIAL Accessibility: eSSENTIAL Accessibility is an end-to-end digital accessibility provider combining an automated remediation platform with a disability community panel. It overlaps with Allyant's HUB scanning/monitoring and managed services, particularly for financial services and retail customers.
• UserWay: UserWay provides an AI-powered accessibility widget, scanner, and remediation services, primarily targeting SMB and mid-market website owners. It competes with Allyant's automated scanning and remediation offerings, though focused more on lower-touch, self-serve deployments.
• TPGi (The Paciello Group): TPGi provides enterprise accessibility audits, VPAT/ACR services, and accessibility training, and is the organization behind the ARC platform. It directly competes with Allyant's auditing, VPAT, and training offerings for large enterprise and government clients.
• Equidox (by NetCentric): Equidox is a PDF accessibility remediation tool that enables in-house teams to tag and remediate documents. It is comparable to Allyant's CommonLook PDF suite and competes in the same document accessibility software category.
• AccessiBe: AccessiBe offers an AI-powered web accessibility overlay and audit services, widely adopted across SMB and mid-market websites. It competes with Allyant's HUB scanning and remediation capabilities, primarily on price-point and self-serve deployments.
• Deque Systems: Deque Systems provides enterprise digital accessibility solutions including the axe platform for testing, manual audits, training, and VPAT services. It is comparable to Allyant's HUB, VPAT, and training offerings across regulated industries.

Broad incumbents

• Microsoft (Accessibility in Office / Windows): Microsoft embeds accessibility checking, Immersive Reader, and accessibility features into Office and Windows, overlapping with parts of Allyant's CommonLook Office, scanning, and remediation capabilities. As a platform incumbent, Microsoft sets baseline expectations that constrain Allyant's positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/allyant

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A1 record

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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