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Using SensusAccess for Document Accessibility

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What is SensusAccess?


SensusAccess is a self-service platform for making your documents more accessible. 

The service allows Brown students, faculty, staff, and alumni to convert inaccessible documents (e.g. image-based PDFs, JPEG photos, PowerPoint presentations) into more accessible formats. The service can also be used to automatically convert documents into a range of alternate media including audiobooks, e-books, and digital Braille.  

SensusAccess is available to anyone with a Brown email address, in support of creating a more inclusive campus and workplace. 

To get started

Upload source material on this page using your Brown email address and you will receive an email with your converted document. 

Note: Learn more about the tool and accessibility best practices by visiting the Sensus Access E-Learning Course

 Special considerations

  • Privacy – Note that SensusAccess is a third-party tool and not hosted by Brown. Before submitting any documents with sensitive or confidential information, we recommend that you review SensusAcessPrivacy Notice.

  • Accommodations – If you are seeking accommodations as a student, or on behalf of a student, contact Student Accessibility Services.  

  • FAQ & Getting Help - SensusAccess' Questions and Answers page has useful information about things like file size, formats, time expectations, etc.  For general questions about the service, write to the Digital Accessibility Working Group (Digital_Accessibility_WG@brown.edu). For further technical help, reach out to SensusAccess support at support@sensus.dk.  

Use SensusAccess

Note: To submit properly, use the 'Submit' button at the end of the form instead of pressing 'Enter' on your keyboard. You will receive confirmation page and can expect to receive an email in less than three hours.


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