Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment to Accessibility

SpeciNate is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure our platform is accessible to all users.

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.

SpeciNate 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.

Accessibility Features

Visual Accessibility

• High contrast color schemes
• Adjustable font sizes
• Clear typography and spacing
• Consistent visual hierarchy
• Alternative text for images

Navigation Accessibility

• Keyboard navigation support
• Skip navigation links
• Logical tab order
• Clear focus indicators
• Breadcrumb navigation

Content Accessibility

• Semantic HTML structure
• Descriptive link text
• Proper heading hierarchy
• Form labels and instructions
• Error message clarity

Assistive Technology Support

Our platform is designed to work with various assistive technologies:

• Screen Readers: Compatible with JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, and TalkBack
• Voice Recognition: Supports voice navigation and commands
• Switch Devices: Compatible with switch navigation systems
• Magnification: Works with screen magnification software
• High Contrast: Supports high contrast mode settings

Known Accessibility Issues

We are aware of the following accessibility issues and are working to resolve them:

• Some interactive elements may not be fully accessible via keyboard
• Color contrast ratios may not meet AA standards in all areas
• Some form validation messages may not be announced by screen readers
• Video content may lack closed captions
• Some third-party integrations may have accessibility limitations

Testing and Evaluation

We regularly test our platform for accessibility using:

• Automated accessibility testing tools
• Manual testing with assistive technologies
• User testing with people with disabilities
• Expert accessibility audits
• WCAG compliance checking

Continuous Improvement

Accessibility is an ongoing commitment. We are continuously working to:

• Fix identified accessibility issues
• Implement new accessibility features
• Train our team on accessibility best practices
• Stay updated with accessibility standards
• Gather feedback from users with disabilities

Alternative Access Methods

If you experience accessibility issues, we offer alternative ways to access our services:

• Phone support for account management
• Email assistance for platform navigation
• Alternative document formats upon request
• Personalized support for specific needs
• Training sessions for accessibility features

Feedback and Support

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our platform. If you:

• Encounter accessibility barriers
• Have suggestions for improvement
• Need assistance with accessibility features
• Want to report accessibility issues

Please contact our accessibility team:

Technical Specifications

Our platform accessibility relies on the following technologies:

• HTML5 semantic markup
• CSS3 styling with accessibility considerations
• JavaScript for enhanced functionality
• ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes
• Responsive design principles