EPISODE · Jun 2, 2026 · 9 MIN
How a Copywriter Built a 4000 Monthly Side Hustle in Web Accessibility Testing
from The Side Hustle Career Podcast with Fexingo: Second Income, Freelancing While Employed · host Fexingo
In this episode of The Side Hustle Career Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore the growing niche of web accessibility testing as a freelancing opportunity. They follow the story of a copywriter named Jenna who, after a colleague pointed out her inability to use a website without a mouse, discovered a side hustle auditing sites for WCAG compliance. Lucas explains the market forces behind the demand—including the 2018 Section 508 refresh and a 2025 uptick in ADA lawsuits—and breaks down the skills and tools needed to start, like screen readers and keyboard-only navigation. Luna asks sharp questions about pricing, client sourcing, and how this fits around a day job. The episode concludes with a realistic assessment of earnings potential and a reflection on turning a frustrating experience into a profitable niche. #WebAccessibility #SideHustle #Freelancing #WCAG #AccessibilityTesting #Copywriting #Section508 #ADA #DisabilityInclusion #DigitalAccessibility #UXTesting #RemoteWork #SecondIncome #Careers #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #FreelanceTips #NicheSkills Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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In this episode of The Side Hustle Career Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore the growing niche of web accessibility testing as a freelancing opportunity. They follow the story of a copywriter named Jenna who, after a colleague pointed out her inability to use a website without a mouse, discovered a side hustle auditing sites for WCAG compliance. Lucas explains the market forces behind the demand—including the 2018 Section 508 refresh and a 2025 uptick in ADA lawsuits—and breaks down the skills and tools needed to start, like screen readers and keyboard-only navigation. Luna asks sharp questions about pricing, client sourcing, and how this fits around a day job. The episode concludes with a realistic assessment of earnings potential and a reflection on turning a frustrating experience into a profitable niche. #WebAccessibility #SideHustle #Freelancing #WCAG #AccessibilityTesting #Copywriting #Section508 #ADA #DisabilityInclusion #DigitalAccessibility #UXTesting #RemoteWork #SecondIncome #Careers #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #FreelanceTips #NicheSkills Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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