Accessibility Statement for Stellaris Studios

Stellaris 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. We believe that everyone, regardless of ability or disability, should have equal access to information and services provided online.

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Our commitment to accessibility is deeply ingrained in our organizational values. We strive to create a website that is inclusive and accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. We are dedicated to implementing changes and enhancements that improve accessibility for all users.

This accessibility statement outlines our ongoing efforts to ensure that our website is accessible and user-friendly for individuals with disabilities. We are committed to conforming to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, and strive to exceed these standards wherever possible. This commitment includes regular reviews and updates to our website to maintain accessibility and address any potential barriers.

Measures to Support Accessibility

Stellaris Studios takes the following measures to ensure accessibility of our website:

  • Regular Accessibility Audits: We conduct regular audits of our website to identify and address accessibility issues. These audits are performed by both internal teams and external accessibility experts.
  • Ongoing Training: Our team receives ongoing training on accessibility best practices to ensure that accessibility is considered throughout the development and content creation process.
  • Assistive Technology Compatibility: We strive to ensure our website is compatible with a wide range of assistive technologies, including screen readers, screen magnifiers, and voice recognition software.
  • User Feedback: We encourage users to provide feedback on the accessibility of our website. Your feedback helps us identify areas for improvement and ensures that our website meets the needs of all users.

Specific Accessibility Features

We have implemented the following features to enhance the accessibility of our website:

  • Alternative Text for Images: All images on our website include descriptive alternative text (alt text) to provide context for users who cannot see the images.
  • Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be navigated entirely using a keyboard, ensuring that users who cannot use a mouse can still access all content and functionality.
  • Clear and Consistent Navigation: We have designed our website with a clear and consistent navigation structure to help users easily find the information they need.
  • Sufficient Color Contrast: We have ensured that there is sufficient color contrast between text and background colors to make it easier for users with low vision to read the content.
  • Resizable Text: Users can easily resize the text on our website using their browser settings to improve readability.
  • Forms Accessibility: All forms on our website are designed to be accessible, with clear labels and instructions to assist users in completing them.
  • Video Captions and Transcripts: All videos on our website include captions and transcripts to provide access to audio content for users who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Accessibility of Embedded Content

Our website may contain embedded content from third-party sources, such as videos or social media feeds. While we strive to ensure that all content is accessible, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of content provided by third parties. We encourage users to contact the third-party providers directly to request accessibility support for their content.

Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility of the Stellaris Studios website, there may be some limitations. Below is a description of known limitations, and potential solutions. Please contact us if you observe an issue not listed below.

  • Older PDF Documents: Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We are working to update these documents to meet current accessibility standards. In the meantime, please contact us if you require assistance with any PDF document.
  • Dynamic Content Updates: Some dynamic content updates may temporarily disrupt screen reader compatibility. We are actively monitoring and addressing these issues as they arise.

Compliance Standards

Stellaris Studios adheres to the following standards to ensure website accessibility:

  • Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA: We strive to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines to provide accessible content for all users. These guidelines cover a wide range of recommendations for making web content more accessible.
  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): We are committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to ensure that our website is accessible to individuals with disabilities.
  • Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act: We strive to comply with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, which requires federal agencies to make their electronic and information technology accessible to people with disabilities.

Ongoing Monitoring and Evaluation

We continuously monitor and evaluate our website to ensure ongoing compliance with accessibility standards. Our monitoring process includes:

  • Automated Testing: Regular use of automated accessibility testing tools to identify potential issues.
  • Manual Reviews: Periodic manual reviews of website content and functionality by accessibility experts.
  • User Feedback: Active solicitation and incorporation of user feedback on accessibility issues.

Future Accessibility Efforts

We are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website. Future accessibility efforts include:

  • Implementing ARIA attributes: Adding ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to enhance the accessibility of dynamic content and interactive elements.
  • Providing keyboard shortcuts: Developing keyboard shortcuts to improve navigation for users who cannot use a mouse.
  • Enhancing form accessibility: Improving the accessibility of forms by providing clear labels and instructions, as well as error handling.

Contact Information

We are committed to providing accessible content. If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our website or have any suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

Accessibility Coordinator: Eleanor Vance

Stellaris Studios
500 Congress Ave, Suite 1500
Austin, TX 78701

Phone: (512) 555-0101

Email: accessibility@stellarisstudios.com

We will do our best to respond to your request within 5 business days and provide you with the information you need in an accessible format.

Reporting Accessibility Issues

If you encounter any accessibility issues while using our website, please provide us with the following information:

  • URL of the page where the issue occurred
  • Description of the accessibility issue
  • Assistive technology used (if applicable)
  • Browser and operating system used

Alternative Communication Methods

If you prefer to communicate with us using an alternative method, such as phone or postal mail, please use the contact information provided above. We are committed to providing accessible communication options for all users.

Enforcement Procedure

Stellaris Studios is committed to resolving any accessibility issues promptly and effectively. If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern, you may file a formal complaint with our accessibility coordinator. We will investigate all complaints and take appropriate action to address the issues.