Our Commitment to Accessibility
At Clarity Finances, we are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities. We believe that everyone should have equal access to financial information and resources, regardless of their abilities. We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website to provide a seamless and inclusive experience for all users.
This accessibility statement outlines our ongoing efforts to make our website compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines are internationally recognized standards for web accessibility, covering a wide range of recommendations for making web content more accessible to people with disabilities. Our goal is not only to meet these standards but to exceed them, creating a website that is truly usable and enjoyable for everyone.
We understand that accessibility is an ongoing process, and we are dedicated to regularly reviewing and updating our website to address any accessibility barriers that may arise. We welcome feedback from our users to help us improve the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any difficulties accessing any part of our website, please contact us using the information provided in the "Feedback" section below.
Clarity Finances uses a combination of automated testing tools and manual reviews to ensure the highest level of accessibility. Our development team includes members with expertise in accessibility best practices, and we provide ongoing training to ensure that all team members are aware of their responsibilities in creating accessible content. We also work with accessibility consultants to conduct independent audits of our website and provide recommendations for improvement.
Accessibility Features
We have implemented the following features to enhance the accessibility of our website:
- Alternative Text for Images: All images on our website have descriptive alternative text (alt text) that accurately describes the content and function of the image. This allows users who are blind or visually impaired to understand the purpose of the image.
- 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 have ensured that there is sufficient color contrast between text and background colors to make the content easy to read for users with low vision or color blindness.
- Clear and Consistent Navigation: Our website has a clear and consistent navigation structure, making it easy for users to find the information they are looking for.
- Resizable Text: Users can easily resize the text on our website without losing content or functionality. This can be done through browser settings or by using built-in accessibility tools.
- Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content, making it easier for assistive technologies to understand and interpret the meaning of the content.
- Forms Accessibility: All forms on our website are designed to be accessible to users with disabilities, including clear labels, instructions, and error messages.
- Video Captions and Transcripts: All videos on our website include captions and transcripts, making them accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
- ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to provide additional information to assistive technologies about the role, state, and properties of interactive elements.
The following table outlines the specific WCAG 2.1 Level AA criteria that Clarity Finances adheres to:
| Guideline | Success Criterion | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1.1 Text Alternatives | 1.1.1 Non-text Content | Provides text alternatives for any non-text content so that it can be changed into other forms people need, such as large print, braille, speech, symbols or simpler language. |
| 1.3 Adaptable | 1.3.1 Info and Relationships | Information, structure, and relationships conveyed through presentation can be programmatically determined or are available in text. |
| 1.4 Distinguishable | 1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum) | The visual presentation of text and images of text has a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1. |
| 2.1 Keyboard Accessible | 2.1.1 Keyboard | All functionality of the content is operable through a keyboard interface without requiring specific timings for individual keystrokes. |
| 2.4 Navigable | 2.4.4 Link Purpose (In Context) | The purpose of each link can be determined from the link text alone, or from the link text together with its programmatically determined link context. |
Assistive Technologies
Our website is designed to be compatible with a wide range of assistive technologies, including:
- Screen Readers: We have tested our website with popular screen readers such as NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver to ensure that users who are blind or visually impaired can access all content and functionality.
- Screen Magnifiers: Our website is designed to work with screen magnifiers, allowing users with low vision to easily enlarge the content.
- Voice Recognition Software: Our website is designed to be compatible with voice recognition software, allowing users to navigate and interact with the website using their voice.
We continuously monitor the compatibility of our website with the latest versions of assistive technologies to ensure that it remains accessible to all users.
"Accessibility is not a feature, it's a fundamental human right. At Clarity Finances, we strive to uphold this right in everything we do." - Eleanor Vance, Chief Accessibility Officer.
Feedback
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have any suggestions for improvement, please contact us at:
- Email: accessibility@seralithharbor.com
- Phone: +1 312-899-0990
- Address: 111 N Canal St STE 900, 111 N Canal St STE 900111 N Canal St STE 900, Chicago, IL 60606, USAIL 60606, USA, IL 60606, USA
We will do our best to respond to your feedback in a timely manner and take appropriate action to address any accessibility issues.
Our Accessibility Team, led by Eleanor Vance, is dedicated to ensuring that Clarity Finances remains a leader in accessible financial information. We are grateful for your help in making our website a better place for everyone.