Accessibility Statement

Our commitment to making our website accessible to everyone

Last Updated: October 28, 2025

♿ Our Accessibility Commitment

VWS (Viral Web SEM) is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.

Compliance Status

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level. These guidelines help make web content more accessible to people with disabilities.

Standards We Follow:

  • WCAG 2.1 Level AA: Our primary accessibility standard
  • Section 508: US federal accessibility requirements
  • ADA Title III: Americans with Disabilities Act compliance
  • EN 301 549: European accessibility standard

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

⌨️ Keyboard Navigation

Full website functionality available via keyboard navigation with logical tab order and visible focus indicators.

📖 Screen Reader Support

Semantic HTML, ARIA labels, and proper heading structure for screen reader compatibility.

🔍 Zoom & Magnification

Content scales up to 200% zoom without horizontal scrolling or loss of functionality.

🎨 Color Contrast

Text meets WCAG AA color contrast ratios (4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large text).

🌙 Dark Mode

Optional dark theme reduces eye strain and improves readability in low-light conditions.

📱 Mobile Accessibility

Touch targets are at least 44x44 pixels and properly spaced for easy interaction.

⏸️ Motion Control

Respects "prefers-reduced-motion" setting to minimize animations for users with vestibular disorders.

🔤 Text Alternatives

All images include descriptive alt text or are marked as decorative when appropriate.

Assistive Technology Support

Our website is designed to work with:

Screen Readers

  • NVDA: Tested and optimized
  • JAWS: Compatible
  • VoiceOver: macOS and iOS support
  • TalkBack: Android support
  • Narrator: Windows built-in reader

Voice Control

  • Dragon NaturallySpeaking: Voice commands supported
  • Voice Control (iOS/macOS): Compatible
  • Voice Access (Android): Supported

Alternative Input Methods

  • Switch Navigation: Single-switch and multi-switch support
  • Eye Tracking: Works with eye-tracking software
  • Mouth Stick/Head Pointer: Full keyboard navigation support

Technical Specifications

Our accessibility relies on the following technologies:

  • HTML5: Semantic markup and ARIA attributes
  • CSS3: Responsive design and accessibility features
  • JavaScript: Progressive enhancement with accessibility APIs
  • WAI-ARIA: Accessibility labels and states

Browser Compatibility

Our accessibility features work in:

  • Chrome 90+ (Windows, macOS, Android)
  • Firefox 88+ (Windows, macOS, Linux)
  • Safari 14+ (macOS, iOS)
  • Edge 90+ (Windows, macOS)
  • Samsung Internet 14+ (Android)

Known Limitations

While we strive for full accessibility, some limitations currently exist:

  • Third-party Content: Some embedded widgets may not be fully accessible
  • PDF Documents: Some older PDFs may not be screen reader accessible
  • Video Content: Working to add captions and transcripts to all video content
  • Complex Data Visualizations: Alternative text descriptions provided, but some charts may need additional context

We are actively working to address these limitations and improve accessibility in these areas.

Testing and Validation

We regularly test our website accessibility using:

Automated Testing

  • axe-core: Automated accessibility testing
  • Lighthouse: Google's accessibility audit
  • WAVE: Web accessibility evaluation tool
  • Pa11y: Command-line accessibility testing

Manual Testing

  • Keyboard Navigation: Regular keyboard-only testing
  • Screen Reader Testing: NVDA and VoiceOver validation
  • Color Contrast: Manual verification with accessibility tools
  • User Testing: Testing with users who have disabilities

Third-party Audits

We periodically engage accessibility consultants for comprehensive audits and recommendations.

Ongoing Improvements

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. Our current initiatives include:

  • Staff Training: Regular accessibility training for our development team
  • Design Reviews: Accessibility considerations in all new features
  • User Feedback: Incorporating feedback from users with disabilities
  • Technology Updates: Keeping up with latest accessibility standards and best practices
  • Content Guidelines: Ensuring all content meets accessibility standards

Accessibility Feedback

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers:

Response Time: We aim to acknowledge accessibility feedback within 48 hours and provide a substantive response within 5 business days.

Alternative Access Methods

If you cannot access any content or functionality on our website, we offer these alternatives:

  • Phone Support: Call for assistance accessing any information or services
  • Email Assistance: Request information or services via email
  • Alternative Formats: Content available in alternative formats upon request
  • Personal Assistance: One-on-one help for completing tasks or accessing information

Contact for Assistance:

Legal Information

This accessibility statement applies to the VWS website (viralwebsem.com) and our web-based services.

Related Policies

Enforcement

This statement is made in accordance with:

  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
  • Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
  • Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1

Accessibility is important to us

We're committed to providing an inclusive experience for all users. Your feedback helps us improve.

Contact Accessibility Team