The following template is intended to assist you in drafting your accessibility statement. You are responsible for ensuring that your site's statement meets the requirements of local laws in your geographic area or region.
*Note: This page currently consists of two sections. Once you have completed editing the Accessibility Statement below, you will 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 name of organization/company] 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 it with the same ease and enjoyment as other visitors. This goal can be achieved through the capabilities of the system the website is based on and assistive technologies.
Accessibility changes 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 it accessible to level [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 commitment, we have also [removed irrelevant information]:
I used the Accessibility Wizard to identify and fix potential accessibility issues
Set the site language
Set the order of the contents of the site pages
Define clear heading structures 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
Ensure that all videos, audios and files on the site are accessible
Statement of partial compliance due to third-party content [add only if applicable]
The accessibility of some pages on the site depends on content that does not belong to the organization, but to [insert name of affected third party] . 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 relevant]
[Include a description of the accessibility features in your organization's or business's offices/branches. 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., the service counter, restaurant table, classroom, etc.). You should also specify any additional accessibility features, such as disabled toilets and their locations, and accessibility accessories (e.g., in audio induction loops 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 the organization's accessibility coordinator:
[Name of Accessibility Coordinator]
[Accessibility Coordinator Phone Number]
[Accessibility Coordinator Email Address]
[Insert any additional contact details, if applicable/available]