Accessibility Statement for ScenicFinds
ScenicFinds is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including people with disabilities. We strive to provide a website that is both accessible to and usable by everyone, regardless of technology or ability. Our commitment to accessibility reflects our belief that all visitors should be able to successfully navigate our website and access all information and services.
Our Commitment to Web Accessibility
We are dedicated to following the principles of universal design to ensure our website is flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of different users. This includes adhering to recognized accessibility standards and guidelines.
Standards Compliance
ScenicFinds aims to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, level AA. These guidelines define how to make web content more accessible to people with a wide array of disabilities. Conformance with these guidelines helps make the web more user-friendly for everyone.
Accessibility Features Implemented
To ensure accessibility, we have implemented several features, including:
- Semantic HTML: Using semantic HTML5 elements to structure content, improving screen reader navigation.
- Alternative Text: Providing meaningful alternative text for all images and non-text content.
- Keyboard Navigation: Ensuring all interactive elements can be accessed using a keyboard.
- Sufficient Color Contrast: Maintaining adequate color contrast ratios between text and background colors to improve readability.
- Resizable Text: Allowing users to adjust the text size in their browsers without loss of content or functionality.
- Form Accessibility: Labeling form fields clearly and providing instructions to assist users in completing forms.
- ARIA Attributes: Using ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to enhance the accessibility of dynamic content and interactive elements.
- Skip Navigation Link: Providing a "Skip to Main Content" link for keyboard and screen reader users.
- Responsive Design: Designing our website to be responsive and adaptable to different screen sizes and devices, ensuring usability across various platforms.
- Dark Mode: Offering a dark mode option for users who prefer a high-contrast viewing experience.
Accessibility Conformance Table
This table outlines our conformance status with WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines.
| Guideline | Success Criterion | Conformance Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1 Text Alternatives | 1.1.1 Non-text Content | Fully Supports | All images and non-text content have descriptive alternative text. |
| 1.3 Adaptable | 1.3.1 Info and Relationships | Fully Supports | Information, structure, and relationships conveyed through presentation are programmatically determinable or are available in text. |
| 1.4 Distinguishable | 1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum) | Fully Supports | Text and background color contrast meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards. |
| 2.1 Keyboard Accessible | 2.1.1 Keyboard | Fully Supports | All functionality is available from a keyboard. |
| 2.2 Enough Time | 2.2.1 Timing Adjustable | Not Applicable | This website does not have any time limits or require timing adjustments. |
| 2.4 Navigable | 2.4.1 Bypass Blocks | Fully Supports | A "Skip to Main Content" link is provided. |
| 3.1 Readable | 3.1.1 Language of Page | Fully Supports | The language of each page is identified in the HTML. |
| 4.1 Compatible | 4.1.2 Name, Role, Value | Fully Supports | For all user interface components (including but not limited to: form elements, links and components generated by scripts), the name and role can be programmatically determined; states, properties, and values that can be set by the user can be programmatically set; and notification of changes to these items is available to user agents, including assistive technologies. |
Ongoing Efforts to Maintain Accessibility
ScenicFinds is committed to continuous improvement in accessibility. We regularly review our website to identify areas for enhancement and implement updates to improve the user experience for all visitors. This includes:
- Regularly auditing our website using automated accessibility testing tools.
- Conducting manual accessibility reviews with assistive technologies.
- Providing ongoing training to our staff on accessibility best practices.
- Incorporating accessibility considerations into our website design and development processes.
Known Limitations
Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility, some limitations may exist. We are actively working to address these issues and improve the overall accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers, please contact us using the information provided below.
Feedback and Contact Information
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of the ScenicFinds website. Please let us know if you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement. You can contact us at:
Email: accessibility@scenicfinds.com
Phone: (555) 987-6543
Address: 456 Oak Avenue, Suite 200, San Francisco, CA 94107
We will make every effort to respond to your feedback in a timely manner and address any accessibility concerns.