Accessibility Statement for Sonic Bloom Studios

Sonic Bloom Studios is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are continually improving the user experience for all visitors and strive to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, level AA. We believe that everyone should have equal access to information and functionality, regardless of disability.

Our Commitment to Accessibility

We are dedicated to making our website as accessible as possible. Our efforts include:

  • Following WCAG Guidelines: We strive to meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards in all of our web development and design practices.
  • Regular Audits: We conduct regular audits of our website to identify and address accessibility issues. These audits are performed using both automated tools and manual testing by individuals with disabilities.
  • Ongoing Training: Our team receives ongoing training on accessibility best practices, ensuring that new content and features are developed with accessibility in mind.
  • User Feedback: We welcome and value feedback from our users regarding accessibility. This feedback helps us identify areas for improvement and ensures that our website meets the needs of all visitors.

Accessibility Features

To enhance accessibility, we have implemented the following features on our website:

  • Alternative Text: All images include descriptive alternative text to provide context for users who cannot see them.
  • Keyboard Navigation: Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and functionality.
  • Clear and Consistent Navigation: We have designed our website with a clear and consistent navigation structure, making it easy for users to find the information they need.
  • Sufficient Color Contrast: We ensure that there is sufficient contrast between text and background colors to make our content readable for users with visual impairments.
  • Resizable Text: Users can easily resize the text on our website using their browser settings.
  • Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content, making it easier for screen readers and other assistive technologies to interpret.
  • Forms with Labels: All form fields are properly labeled to ensure that users understand the purpose of each field.
  • Skip Navigation Link: A "skip to main content" link is provided at the top of each page, allowing users to bypass repetitive navigation elements.

Specific Accessibility Measures Taken

Sonic Bloom Studios has undertaken several specific measures to ensure the accessibility of our website. These include:

  • Reviewed and Updated Color Palette: We have carefully selected a color palette that provides sufficient contrast for users with visual impairments.
  • Implemented ARIA Attributes: We have used ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to enhance the accessibility of interactive elements on our website.
  • Improved Form Accessibility: We have improved the accessibility of our forms by ensuring that all fields are properly labeled and that error messages are clear and informative.
  • Optimized for Screen Readers: We have optimized our website for use with screen readers by providing clear and descriptive alternative text for images and using semantic HTML.
  • Closed Captions for Videos: All video content includes closed captions for users who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Technology Compliance Details

Our website is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:

  • Screen Readers: NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver
  • Operating Systems: Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
  • Browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge

Limitations and Alternatives

Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility, there may be some limitations. For example, some older documents may not be fully accessible. If you encounter an accessibility issue on our website, please contact us, and we will do our best to provide you with an alternative format or solution.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about the accessibility of our website, please contact us:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Phone: (615) 555-7664
  • Address: 121 Music Row, Nashville, TN 37203

Reporting Issues

We are committed to addressing any accessibility issues promptly and effectively. If you encounter an accessibility barrier on our website, please provide the following information when reporting the issue:

  • URL: The specific web page where you encountered the issue.
  • Description: A clear description of the accessibility barrier you encountered.
  • Assistive Technology: The assistive technology you were using (e.g., screen reader, keyboard navigation).
  • Browser and Operating System: The browser and operating system you were using.

We will respond to your report as soon as possible and work to resolve the issue.

Third-Party Content

Our website may contain content provided by third parties. While we make every effort to ensure that this content is accessible, we cannot guarantee that it will always meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards. We encourage you to contact us if you encounter an accessibility issue with third-party content, and we will work with the third party to address the issue.

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. Sonic Bloom Studios 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.

Assessment approach

Sonic Bloom Studios assessed the accessibility of this website by the following approaches:

  • Self-evaluation
  • External evaluation

Formal complaints

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Sonic Bloom Studios. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers on Sonic Bloom Studios by contacting us at [email protected].

Date

This statement was created on 10 October 2024 using the W3C Accessibility Statement Generator Tool.