The Invisible Barriers in Data Visualization: How Accessibility Shapes the User Experience

Lilyana Sapundzhieva
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Lilyana Sapundzhieva: University of National and World Economy, Sofia, Bulgaria

Innovative Information Technologies for Economy Digitalization (IITED), 2025, issue 1, 86-94

Abstract: Data visualization is one of the most widespread and powerful tools for conveying information, yet it often excludes the very audience it is meant for. “Invisible Barriers in Data Visualization: How Accessibility Shapes User Experience†explores how design choices—such as color use, interactivity, labeling, and complexity—can unintentionally create obstacles for users with visual, cognitive, or motor impairments. Building on the principles of inclusive design and accessibility standards, the report highlights key UX challenges that people with disabilities face when interacting with common charts, dashboards, and infographics. Through examples and user insights, it demonstrates that accessible visualization is not merely a compliance requirement but a driver of better, clearer, and more empathetic design. Ultimately, the study argues that by identifying and removing these “invisible barriers,†designers can create data experiences that are more effective for everyone.

Date: 2025
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