Accessibility Statement for Golden Lens Studios
Golden Lens Studios is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for everyone. We are continually improving the user experience for all visitors and applying the relevant accessibility standards to provide a website that is inclusive and accessible.
Our Commitment
We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, as published by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines outline best practices for making web content more accessible for people with disabilities. Conformance with these guidelines helps make the web more user-friendly for everyone.
Accessibility Features
We have implemented the following features to enhance the accessibility of our website:
- Semantic HTML: Using appropriate HTML5 semantic elements to structure content, providing clear meaning for assistive technologies.
- Alternative Text: Providing descriptive alternative text for all images and non-text content, ensuring screen reader users understand the purpose of each visual element.
- Keyboard Navigation: Ensuring that all interactive elements can be accessed and operated using a keyboard alone.
- Color Contrast: Maintaining sufficient color contrast between text and background colors to improve readability for users with low vision.
- Resizable Text: Allowing users to adjust the text size in their browsers without breaking the layout.
- Clear and Consistent Navigation: Providing a clear and consistent navigation structure throughout the website, making it easy for users to find what they are looking for.
- Form Labels and Instructions: Ensuring that all form fields have clear labels and instructions, making it easier for users to complete forms.
- ARIA Attributes: Using ARIA attributes where necessary to enhance the accessibility of dynamic content and complex user interface elements.
- Video Captions and Transcripts: Providing captions and transcripts for all video content, making it accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
- Skip Navigation Link: Including a "skip to main content" link to allow keyboard users to bypass the navigation menu and jump directly to the main content of the page.
Accessibility Compliance Details
Golden Lens Studios has taken the following steps to ensure accessibility:
- Regularly audits our website using accessibility testing tools.
- Provides ongoing training to our content creators and developers on accessibility best practices.
- Solicits and considers feedback from users with disabilities.
Supported Browsers and Assistive Technologies
Golden Lens Studios website is designed to be compatible with the following browsers and assistive technologies:
- Latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge
- JAWS
- NVDA
- VoiceOver
- ZoomText
Known Limitations
Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility, there may be some limitations on our website. Below is a description of known limitations, and potential solutions. Please contact us if you observe an issue not listed below.
| Issue | Potential Solution | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. | We are working to replace these documents with accessible HTML content or accessible PDFs. In the meantime, please contact us if you need an accessible version of a specific document. | Ongoing |
| Third-party embedded content may not fully conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA. | We are working with our third-party vendors to ensure that their content is accessible. | Under Review |
Feedback
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. Please let us know if you encounter any accessibility barriers while visiting Golden Lens Studios. You can contact us using the following methods:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (415) 555-0123
- Postal Address: Accessibility Department, Golden Lens Studios, 555 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94111
We try to respond to feedback within 5 business days.
Formal Complaints
If you are not satisfied with our response, you may choose to lodge a formal complaint with the United States Department of Justice:
U.S. Department of Justice
950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Civil Rights Division
Disability Rights Section
Washington, D.C. 20530
Ongoing Efforts
Golden Lens Studios is committed to making ongoing efforts to improve the accessibility of our website. We regularly review our website and update it to ensure it meets or exceeds accessibility standards.
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not controlled by Golden Lens Studios. We are not responsible for the accessibility of these websites.
Accessibility Policy Updates
This accessibility statement is regularly reviewed and updated to reflect our ongoing commitment to accessibility. Last updated: October 26, 2023.