The following template is intended to help you write your accessibility statement. Please note that you are responsible for ensuring that your site's statement meets the requirements of local laws in your area or region.
*Note: This page currently has two sections. Once you've completed editing the accessibility statement below, you'll need to delete this section.
To learn more, see our article "Accessibility: Adding an Accessibility Statement to Your Site."
Accessibility Statement
This statement was last updated on [insert relevant date].
We at [insert organization/company name] are working to make our website [insert name and website address] accessible to people with disabilities.
What is web accessibility?
An accessible website allows visitors with disabilities to navigate the site with the same or similar level of ease and enjoyment as other visitors. This can be achieved through the capabilities of the system on which the site operates and through assistive technologies.
Accessibility settings on this site
We have adapted this site to comply with WCAG guidelines [2.0 / 2.1 / 2.2 - select the appropriate option] and made the site accessible to the [A / AA / AAA - select the appropriate option]. The content on this site has been adapted to work with assistive technologies, such as screen readers and keyboards. As part of this effort, we have also [remove irrelevant information]:
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I used the Accessibility Wizard to find and fix potential accessibility issues.
Set the site language
Set the order of the contents of the site pages
Clear header structures defined on all pages of the site
Added alt text to images
Implemented color schemes that meet the required color contrast
Reduced use of movement on the site
Ensured that all video, audio and files on the site are accessible
Statement of partial compliance with the standard due to third-party content [add only if applicable]
The accessibility of some pages on the site depends on content that is not owned by the organization and instead belongs to [insert relevant third party name]. The following pages are affected: [list page URLs]. We therefore declare partial compliance with the standard for these pages.
Accessibility agreements in the organization [add only if applicable]
[Please include a description of the accessibility features in your organization's or company's physical offices/branch locations. The description can include all current accessibility features, from the beginning of the service (e.g., parking and/or public transportation stations) to the end (e.g., service desk, restaurant table, classroom, etc.). You should also specify any additional accessibility features, such as disabled toilets and their locations, and any accessibility features (e.g., audio guides and elevators) available for use.]
Requests, problems and suggestions
If you encounter an accessibility issue on the site or need further assistance, you can contact us through your organization's accessibility coordinator:
[Name of Accessibility Coordinator]
[Accessibility Coordinator Phone Number]
[Accessibility Coordinator Email Address]
[Insert any additional contact details if applicable/available]