Shutterbug Central

Our Commitment to Accessibility

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, as well as complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other relevant accessibility regulations. These guidelines explain how to make 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: We use semantic HTML elements to structure content, making it easier for screen readers and other assistive technologies to understand and navigate.
• Alternative Text: All images include descriptive alternative text (alt text) to provide context for users who cannot see them.
• Keyboard Navigation: Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard, ensuring that users who cannot use a mouse can access all content and functionality.
• Color Contrast: We have carefully selected color combinations to provide sufficient contrast between text and background, making it easier for users with visual impairments to read.
• Resizable Text: Users can easily increase or decrease the text size using their browser settings without losing content or functionality.
• Clear and Consistent Navigation: We have designed our navigation to be clear and consistent, making it easy for users to find the information they need.
• Forms Accessibility: All form elements are properly labeled and accessible, ensuring that users can easily fill out and submit forms.
• Video Captions and Transcripts: All videos include captions and transcripts for users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to provide additional information to assistive technologies, enhancing the user experience.

Assistive Technologies

Our website is designed to be compatible with a variety of assistive technologies, including:

• Screen Readers: We have tested our website with popular screen readers such as NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver to ensure compatibility.
• Screen Magnifiers: Our website is designed to work well with screen magnifiers, allowing users with low vision to easily zoom in on content.
• Speech Recognition Software: Users can navigate and interact with our website using speech recognition software such as Dragon NaturallySpeaking.

Ongoing Efforts

We are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website. We regularly review our website and conduct accessibility audits to identify and address any issues. We also provide training to our staff on accessibility best practices to ensure that our content is accessible to everyone.

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Shutterbug Central. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

• Email: accessibility@shutterbugcentral.com
• Phone: (206) 555-2828
• Address: 456 Elm Avenue, Suite 200, Seattle, WA 98101, USA

We will do our best to respond to your inquiry within 5 business days.

Reporting Accessibility Issues

If you find an accessibility issue on our website, please provide us with the following information:

• The URL (web address) of the page where you encountered the issue.
• A description of the accessibility issue you encountered.
• The assistive technology you were using (e.g., screen reader, screen magnifier).
• Your contact information (email or phone number) so we can follow up with you.

Third-Party Content

Our website may include content from third-party sources, such as social media feeds and embedded videos. While we strive to ensure that all content is accessible, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party content. We encourage you to contact the third-party provider directly if you encounter any accessibility issues with their content.

Accessibility Training

Shutterbug Central is dedicated to ensuring that our team members are well-versed in accessibility best practices. We provide ongoing training to our content creators, developers, and designers on how to create accessible content and websites. This training covers topics such as:

• WCAG guidelines and requirements
• Semantic HTML and ARIA attributes
• Alternative text for images
• Keyboard navigation
• Color contrast and readability
• Accessible form design

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility inquiry, you have the right to file a formal complaint. Please send your complaint in writing to:

Accessibility Compliance Officer
Shutterbug Central
456 Elm Avenue, Suite 200
Seattle, WA 98101, USA

Legal Compliance

Shutterbug Central is committed to complying with all applicable accessibility laws and regulations, including:

• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
• Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act

Future Accessibility Efforts

We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website. Some of our future accessibility efforts include:

• Conducting regular accessibility audits using automated tools and manual testing.
• Implementing a more robust accessibility testing process.
• Providing more detailed accessibility documentation for our website.
• Engaging with accessibility experts and consultants to stay up-to-date on the latest accessibility best practices.

Alternative Formats

If you need content from our website in an alternative format, such as large print or audio, please contact us at accessibility@shutterbugcentral.com, and we will do our best to provide it to you.

Accessibility Statement Updates

This accessibility statement is reviewed and updated regularly to reflect our ongoing efforts to improve the accessibility of our website. The date of the last update is indicated below.

Last Updated: October 26, 2023