Accessibility Statement for [Your Company Name]
At [Your Company Name], we are committed to ensuring that our website and services are accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities. We believe that everyone deserves equal access to information and digital content. This accessibility statement outlines our ongoing efforts to provide an inclusive online experience.
Our Commitment to Accessibility
We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, published by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities. Conformance with these guidelines helps make the web more user-friendly for all people.
Our commitment includes:
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Designing our website with accessibility in mind.
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Regularly testing our website for accessibility using automated tools and manual testing.
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Providing alternative text for all images and non-text content.
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Ensuring sufficient color contrast between text and background.
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Using clear and simple language.
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Offering captions and transcripts for video and audio content.
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Ensuring our website is navigable using a keyboard.
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Using semantic HTML to structure our content.
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Developing accessible forms with clear labels and instructions.
Measures to Support Accessibility
[Your Company Name] takes the following measures to ensure accessibility of our website:
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Accessibility Audits:
We conduct regular accessibility audits of our website to identify and address any accessibility issues. These audits are performed by accessibility experts using a combination of automated testing tools and manual reviews.
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Training:
Our team receives ongoing training on accessibility best practices to ensure that they are equipped to create accessible content and designs.
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Inclusive Design:
We incorporate inclusive design principles into our design process from the outset, considering the needs of users with disabilities in all aspects of our website development.
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User Feedback:
We actively solicit feedback from users with disabilities to help us identify areas for improvement and ensure that our website meets their needs.
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Continuous Improvement:
We are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website and services. We regularly review our accessibility practices and update them as needed to reflect the latest standards and best practices.
Accessibility Features on Our Website
Our website includes the following accessibility features:
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Alternative Text:
All images and non-text content have alternative text descriptions, allowing users of screen readers to understand the content.
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Keyboard Navigation:
Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and functionality.
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Color Contrast:
We ensure sufficient color contrast between text and background to make our content readable for users with low vision or color blindness.
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Resizable Text:
Users can easily resize the text on our website using their browser settings.
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Clear and Simple Language:
We use clear and simple language to make our content easy to understand for all users.
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Captions and Transcripts:
All video and audio content includes captions and transcripts, making it accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
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Semantic HTML:
We use semantic HTML to structure our content, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand and navigate.
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Form Labels:
All form fields have clear and descriptive labels, making it easier for users to understand the purpose of each field.
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Dark Mode:
Users can toggle between a light and dark mode for improved readability, especially in low-light conditions.
Supported Assistive Technologies
Our website is designed to be compatible with a wide range of assistive technologies, including:
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Screen Readers:
JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver
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Screen Magnifiers:
ZoomText, MAGic
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Speech Recognition Software:
Dragon NaturallySpeaking
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Keyboard Navigation:
Standard keyboard navigation is fully supported.
Known Limitations
Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility, some limitations may exist on our website. These limitations may include:
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Some older content may not fully conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA.
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Third-party content or applications may not be fully accessible.
We are working to address these limitations and improve the overall accessibility of our website.
Feedback and Contact Information
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:
We will make every effort to respond to your feedback in a timely manner and address any accessibility issues you report.
This accessibility statement was last updated on October 26, 2023.