Accessibility Statement for Aurora Photography Studio
Aurora Photography Studio is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure we provide equal access to all users.
Our Commitment to Accessibility
We believe the internet should be accessible to everyone, regardless of ability. With this in mind, we are dedicated to providing a website that is usable by all people, including those with disabilities. Our efforts are guided by the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, level AA.
Our commitment includes:
- Regularly reviewing and testing our website for accessibility.
- Using assistive technologies to test our website, such as screen readers and keyboard navigation.
- Training our staff on accessibility best practices.
- Soliciting feedback from users with disabilities to improve our website.
- Following a structured design and development process to ensure accessibility is considered from the outset.
Conformance Status
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA. Aurora Photography Studio is partially conformant with WCAG 2.1 level AA. Partially conformant means that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the accessibility standard.
Measures to Support Accessibility
Aurora Photography Studio takes the following measures to ensure accessibility of our website:
- Include accessibility throughout our internal policies.
- Integrate accessibility into our development practices.
- Provide continual accessibility training for our staff.
- Assign clear accessibility targets and responsibilities.
Specific Accessibility Features Implemented
To ensure a better experience for all users, Aurora Photography Studio has implemented the following accessibility features:
- Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to provide a clear and meaningful structure to our content, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand.
- Alternative Text for Images: All images on our website have descriptive alternative text (alt text) that accurately describes the image's content and function. This helps users who are blind or visually impaired understand the images.
- Keyboard Navigation: Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse or other pointing device to access all content and functionality.
- Sufficient Color Contrast: We ensure that there is sufficient color contrast between text and background colors, making it easier for users with low vision to read the content.
- Resizable Text: Users can easily resize the text on our website without losing content or functionality.
- Clear and Consistent Navigation: We provide a clear and consistent navigation structure to help users easily find what they are looking for.
- Form Labels and Instructions: All form fields have clear labels and instructions, making it easier for users to understand how to fill out the forms correctly.
- ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to provide additional information to assistive technologies, improving the accessibility of interactive elements.
Known Limitations
Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility of Aurora Photography Studio, there may be some limitations. Below is a description of known limitations, and potential solutions. Please contact us if you observe an issue not listed below.
- Third-party content: Some third-party content integrated into our website, such as embedded videos or social media feeds, may not be fully accessible. We are working with our third-party vendors to improve the accessibility of their content.
- Older Documents: Some older documents available on our website may not be fully accessible. We are in the process of updating or replacing these documents with accessible versions.
Feedback
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Aurora Photography Studio. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers on our website.
Please contact us:
- By email: [email protected]
- By phone: (206) 555-1212
- By mail: Aurora Photography Studio, Accessibility Department, 123 Main Street, Suite 400, Seattle, WA 98101
We try to respond to feedback within 5 business days.
Technical Specifications
Accessibility of Aurora Photography Studio relies on the following technologies to work with the particular combination of web browser and any assistive technologies or plugins installed on your computer:
- HTML
- CSS
- JavaScript
- ARIA
These technologies are relied upon for conformance with the accessibility standards used.
Assessment Approach
Aurora Photography Studio assessed the accessibility of our website through the following approach:
- Self-evaluation: We conduct regular self-assessments of our website using accessibility testing tools and assistive technologies.
- External evaluation: We may engage third-party accessibility experts to conduct independent audits of our website.
Formal Complaints
We are committed to resolving any accessibility issues promptly and effectively. If you have a formal complaint about the accessibility of our website, please contact us using the contact information provided above. We will investigate your complaint and take appropriate action to address the issue.
Date
This statement was created on November 7, 2024, and will be reviewed and updated regularly.
Related Resources
Dark Theme and Responsiveness
Our website supports a dark theme for users who prefer a darker color scheme. You can enable the dark theme by using the operating system setting for default theme. The website is also fully responsive, meaning it adapts to different screen sizes and devices, providing an optimal viewing experience whether you are using a desktop computer, tablet, or smartphone.
SEO Considerations
We have implemented various SEO best practices to improve the visibility of our website in search engine results. This includes using descriptive and relevant keywords in our content, optimizing our website's structure and navigation, and building high-quality backlinks from other websites. By improving our SEO, we can reach a wider audience and provide our services to more people.
Accessibility Training for Staff
Aurora Photography Studio recognizes the importance of providing accessibility training to our staff. We conduct regular training sessions to educate our employees on accessibility best practices, WCAG guidelines, and the use of assistive technologies. This training ensures that our staff is equipped to create and maintain a website that is accessible to all users.