Accessibility Statement
Last Updated: May 1, 2025
At GardenPal, we believe that the internet should be accessible to all, regardless of ability or disability. We are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities and are continually improving the user experience for everyone who visits our website and uses our services.
Our Commitment
We strive to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards, which define how to make web content more accessible to people with a wide range of disabilities. These disabilities include visual, auditory, physical, speech, cognitive, language, learning, and neurological disabilities.
Accessibility Features
We have implemented various features to enhance accessibility:
- Keyboard Navigation: Our site is navigable using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all features.
- Screen Reader Compatibility: We use semantic HTML and ARIA attributes to ensure our content is properly interpreted by screen readers.
- Text Alternatives: We provide text alternatives for non-text content such as images, buttons, and icons.
- Color Contrast: We ensure sufficient color contrast between text and backgrounds to make content readable for people with visual impairments.
- Responsive Design: Our website is designed to be responsive and functional on various devices and screen sizes.
- Clear Navigation: We maintain a consistent navigation structure and provide clear headings to help users understand where they are on our site.
- Skip to Content Links: We provide skip to content links to help keyboard users bypass repetitive navigation.
Continuous Improvement
We recognize that accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we are committed to regularly reviewing and improving our website. We conduct regular audits and testing to identify and address potential accessibility issues. Our development team receives training on accessibility best practices to ensure that new features and content are accessible from the start.
Assistive Technology
Our website is designed to be compatible with various assistive technologies, including:
- Screen readers (such as NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver)
- Screen magnifiers
- Speech recognition software
- Alternative keyboard and mouse inputs
Feedback and Contact Information
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of GardenPal. If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our website, or if you have suggestions for improvement, please let us know. Your input helps us make our website better for everyone.
You can contact us through our contact form or by email at accessibility@gardenpal.com.
Additional Resources
For more information about web accessibility, please visit these helpful resources: