A recent update has been introduced to improve the accuracy of accessibility scoring, providing clearer insights and helping prioritize significant fixes while effectively tracking progress over time. The new scoring model transitions from a component-based to a rule-based system, emphasizing the true impact of accessibility issues on real users by weighing issues according to severity. Critical issues are given a higher penalty to reflect their potential to significantly hinder user accessibility, such as blocking screen reader navigation or preventing task completion for users with disabilities. The overall Accessibility Scan Score offers a high-level summary of a site's accessibility health, encouraging a focus on impactful issues and continuous improvement to meet evolving global accessibility standards. This upgraded scoring system, while more stringent, aims to guide teams in delivering more inclusive digital experiences, though it acknowledges that manual testing is still necessary to ensure comprehensive accessibility.