Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

SpeechMirror is committed to ensuring that our website and resources are accessible to all users, including people with disabilities. We believe everyone should be able to access our speaking tools directory, classic speeches, and learning resources independently and with dignity.

Accessibility Features

• Keyboard navigation support - All functionality is accessible via keyboard
• Screen reader compatibility - Works with NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, and other major screen readers
• High contrast display - Ensures sufficient contrast between text and background
• Scalable text - Supports browser zoom functionality up to 200%
• Semantic HTML structure - Uses proper HTML tags and ARIA attributes
• Audio transcription - Provides text alternatives for audio content
• Visual indicators - Non-color dependent information for colorblind users
• Focus management - Clear visual focus indicators for keyboard navigation

Standards Compliance

Our website follows these accessibility standards and guidelines:

• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements
• European Accessibility Act (EAA) standards
• Section 508 compliance
• ISO/IEC 40500:2012 international standard

Continuous Improvement

We regularly conduct accessibility audits and testing, including:

• Automated accessibility testing with industry-standard tools
• Manual keyboard navigation testing
• Screen reader compatibility testing
• User feedback collection and implementation
• Regular updates and optimizations
• Third-party accessibility audits

Assistive Technology Support

Our website has been tested and supports the following assistive technologies:

Known Limitations

While we strive for full accessibility, we acknowledge some current limitations:

• Some third-party embedded content may not be fully accessible
• Complex audio visualizations may require alternative text descriptions
• Real-time speech analysis features are continuously being improved for accessibility

We are actively working to address these limitations in future updates.

Feedback and Support

If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our website, or if you have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

Alternative Formats

We can provide information in alternative formats upon request, including:

• Large print documents
• Audio recordings
• Braille (where applicable)
• Plain text versions
• Simplified language versions

Third-Party Content

We strive to ensure that all third-party content and services integrated into our website also meet accessibility standards. If you encounter accessibility issues with third-party content, please let us know and we will work with the relevant providers to address the problem.

Training and Awareness

Our development team receives regular training on accessibility best practices, including:

• WCAG guidelines and implementation
• Assistive technology usage and testing
• Inclusive design principles
• User experience considerations for people with disabilities