Our Commitment to Accessibility
At Aurora Studios, we are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities. We believe that all users should have equal access to information and services, regardless of their abilities or the technology they use. To that end, we are continually working to improve the accessibility of our website and provide a user-friendly experience for all.
Our commitment is rooted in the understanding that accessibility is not just a technical requirement, but a fundamental aspect of creating an inclusive and equitable online environment. We strive to design and develop our website in a way that caters to a diverse audience, taking into account the various needs and preferences of our users.
We understand that accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we are dedicated to staying informed about the latest accessibility standards and best practices. We will continue to monitor and evaluate our website to identify areas for improvement and ensure that it remains accessible over time.
Measures to Support Accessibility
Aurora Studios has taken the following measures to ensure the accessibility of our website:
- Conformance to Standards: We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA. These guidelines outline how to make web content more accessible to people with disabilities. This includes making our content perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust.
- Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML tags to structure our content in a meaningful way, making it easier for assistive technologies like screen readers to understand and navigate. This helps ensure that users can easily find and access the information they need.
- Alternative Text for Images: All images on our website have alternative text descriptions (alt text) that provide a textual alternative for users who cannot see the images. These descriptions accurately convey the content and purpose of the images.
- Keyboard Navigation: Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard alone. Users can easily access all interactive elements and content without relying on a mouse or other pointing device.
- Color Contrast: We ensure sufficient color contrast between text and background colors to make our content readable for users with visual impairments. We regularly test our color combinations to ensure they meet accessibility standards.
- Adjustable Text Size: Users can easily adjust the text size on our website using their browser settings. This allows users with low vision to customize the text to a comfortable reading size.
- Clear and Simple Language: We use clear and simple language throughout our website to make our content easy to understand for all users. We avoid jargon and technical terms whenever possible.
- Forms Accessibility: All forms on our website are designed to be accessible, with clear labels and instructions. We use appropriate input types and validation to ensure that users can easily complete the forms.
- Video Accessibility: We strive to provide captions and transcripts for all video content on our website, making it accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing. We also ensure that our video players are keyboard-accessible.
Specific Technologies and Techniques Used
To further enhance accessibility, we employ the following technologies and techniques:
- ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to provide additional information to assistive technologies about the roles, states, and properties of interactive elements on our website.
- Responsive Design: Our website is designed to be responsive, meaning it adapts to different screen sizes and devices. This ensures that users can access our content on any device, regardless of their screen size or resolution.
- Regular Audits: We conduct regular accessibility audits of our website to identify and address any accessibility issues. These audits are performed by both internal staff and external accessibility experts.
- User Testing: We involve users with disabilities in the testing process to gather feedback and ensure that our website meets their needs.
Table of Accessibility Conformance
This table outlines our conformance with WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines.
Guideline | Success Criterion | Conformance Level | Notes |
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Perceivable | 1.1.1 Non-text Content | Fully Compliant | All images have alt text. |
Perceivable | 1.3.1 Info and Relationships | Fully Compliant | Semantic HTML is used throughout the site. |
Operable | 2.1.1 Keyboard | Fully Compliant | All functionality is available via keyboard. |
Operable | 2.4.7 Focus Visible | Fully Compliant | Focus indicators are clearly visible. |
Understandable | 3.1.1 Language of Page | Fully Compliant | The language of each page is specified. |
Robust | 4.1.1 Parsing | Fully Compliant | Code is clean and valid. |
Feedback and Contact Information
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:
- Email: accessibility@aurorastudios.com
- Phone: (415) 555-0123
- Address: 555 Market Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94105
Our Accessibility Coordinator, Elena Ramirez, is responsible for ensuring the accessibility of our website and will respond to your feedback promptly. Please provide as much detail as possible, including the web address or URL where you encountered the issue, the specific problem you experienced, and any assistive technology you were using.
We are committed to providing timely and effective responses to all accessibility inquiries. We will work diligently to address any issues you raise and implement changes to improve the accessibility of our website for all users.
Ongoing Efforts
Aurora Studios recognizes that accessibility is an ongoing process, and we are committed to continually improving the accessibility of our website. We will regularly review our accessibility measures and make updates as needed to ensure that our website remains accessible to all users.
We also actively participate in accessibility communities and attend accessibility conferences to stay informed about the latest trends and best practices in web accessibility. This allows us to continuously enhance our knowledge and skills in this area.
This accessibility statement was last updated on October 26, 2023.