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At vuxenfans.com, we are committed to providing a website that is accessible and inclusive for all users, including those with disabilities. We strive to meet recognized accessibility standards and ensure that everyone can navigate, understand, and interact with our services independently.
1. Our Commitment
We are dedicated to making our website usable by as many people as possible, regardless of ability or technology. Our goal is to align with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, and follow best practices recommended by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) Web Accessibility Initiative.
2. Accessibility Features Implemented
- Semantic HTML5 elements and proper heading hierarchy for assistive technology.
- Alternative text for all meaningful images and icons.
- Keyboard accessibility throughout menus, forms, and links.
- Visible focus indicators for interactive elements.
- Strong color contrast between text and backgrounds.
- Responsive design that supports text resizing up to 200% without breaking layout.
- ARIA labels and roles to improve screen reader interpretation.
- Descriptive link text and meaningful button names.
- Skip navigation links for faster keyboard navigation.
- Accessible forms with clear labels, instructions, and error messaging.
- Transcripts or captions for videos where applicable.
3. Known Limitations
While we aim for full accessibility, some areas may not yet be fully optimized:
- Some third-party widgets or embedded maps may not fully support keyboard navigation.
- Older PDF files or documents may not yet meet accessibility standards.
- Certain dynamic elements may not be fully compatible with some screen readers.
We are actively addressing these limitations and appreciate your feedback to help us improve.
4. Testing & Continuous Improvement
Our website undergoes ongoing automated and manual accessibility testing using tools such as:
- axe DevTools and Lighthouse for automated checks.
- NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver for screen reader testing.
- Keyboard-only navigation tests to ensure interactive elements are reachable.
We conduct accessibility audits quarterly and after every major website update.
5. Supported Browsers & Devices
The uk-assist.com website is designed to function with all major browsers and devices, including:
- Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, Microsoft Edge (latest two versions)
- Desktop, mobile, and tablet devices
- Assistive technologies such as screen readers and magnifiers
6. Accessibility & SEO Benefits
We believe accessibility improves both usability and visibility. Accessibility enhancements contribute to positive SEO signals by:
- Using clean, semantic HTML for better content indexing.
- Adding alternative text for richer search understanding.
- Improving site navigation and reducing bounce rates.
- Enhancing mobile responsiveness and page performance.
- Aligning with Google’s Core Web Vitals and Page Experience ranking factors.
7. Feedback & Assistance
We welcome your feedback on accessibility. If you encounter any barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]Contact form: Accessibility Feedback Form
Response time: within 5 business days.
Please include your browser, device, and the page URL where you experienced an issue.
8. Ongoing Roadmap
- Audit legacy PDFs and documents for tagging and structure.
- Implement AI-based accessibility monitoring tools.
- Conduct user testing with individuals with disabilities.
- Publish quarterly accessibility update reports.
9. Legal Framework
Our accessibility efforts align with the Equality Act 2010 (UK) and follow guidance from the UK Government Service Manual on Accessibility.
10. Continuous Commitment
Accessibility is an ongoing process, not a one-time project. We are continually learning and evolving to provide an inclusive digital experience for all users.
This accessibility statement applies to all pages and content on the domain vuxenfans.com