Accessibility Statement
At StreamVerse, we are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities. We believe that everyone should have equal access to information and services, regardless of their abilities. This accessibility statement outlines our ongoing efforts to improve the accessibility of StreamVerse and provides information on how to report any accessibility issues you may encounter.
Our Accessibility Goals
StreamVerse strives to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA. These guidelines define how to make web content more accessible to people with a wide range of disabilities. Conformance with WCAG helps to ensure that our website is:
- Perceivable: Information and user interface components must be presentable to users in ways they can perceive.
- Operable: User interface components and navigation must be operable.
- Understandable: Information and the operation of the user interface must be understandable.
- Robust: Content must be robust enough that it can be interpreted reliably by a wide variety of user agents, including assistive technologies.
Accessibility Features Implemented
We have implemented the following features to enhance the accessibility of StreamVerse:
- Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML5 elements to structure our content, providing clear meaning and context for assistive technologies.
- Alternative Text: All images have descriptive alternative text (alt attributes) to convey their content and purpose to users who cannot see them. For example, the StreamVerse logo image has the alt text "StreamVerse logo: A stylized flowing stream with a play button embedded." The "Quantum Leap" TV show poster image has the alt text "Quantum Leap TV show poster: A man in a futuristic suit looking surprised."
- Keyboard Navigation: Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all content and functionality.
- Color Contrast: We have carefully selected color combinations to ensure sufficient contrast between text and background, making it easier for users with low vision to read our content.
- Resizable Text: Users can easily resize the text on our website using their browser settings without losing content or functionality.
- ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to provide additional information to assistive technologies, enhancing the accessibility of interactive elements.
- Form Labels: All form fields are properly labeled to provide clear instructions and context for users.
- Video Captions and Transcripts: Where applicable, videos include captions and transcripts to make them accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
- Consistent Navigation: Our website features a consistent navigation structure to help users easily find and access the information they need.
Examples of ARIA Attributes Used
We strategically employ ARIA attributes to enhance the accessibility of specific components within StreamVerse. Here are some examples:
ARIA Attribute Usage
| ARIA Attribute |
Element |
Description |
Example |
| aria-label |
Input (Search) |
Provides a descriptive label for the search input field. |
<input type="text" aria-label="Search for TV shows" placeholder="Search..."> |
| aria-expanded |
Button (Navbar Toggle) |
Indicates whether the navigation menu is currently expanded or collapsed. |
<button class="navbar-toggler" type="button" data-toggle="collapse" data-target="#navbarNav" aria-controls="navbarNav" aria-expanded="false" aria-label="Toggle navigation"> |
| aria-current |
Link (Current Page) |
Identifies the current page within the navigation. |
<a class="nav-link active" href="accessibility.html" aria-current="page">Accessibility</a> |
Keyboard Navigation
Our website is designed to be fully navigable using a keyboard. You can use the following keys to navigate and interact with StreamVerse:
- Tab: Moves focus to the next interactive element (links, buttons, form fields).
- Shift + Tab: Moves focus to the previous interactive element.
- Enter: Activates a focused link or button.
- Spacebar: Activates a focused button or checkbox.
- Arrow Keys: Used to navigate within certain interactive elements, such as dropdown menus.
Reporting Accessibility Issues
We are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of StreamVerse. If you encounter any accessibility issues while using our website, please let us know. You can contact our accessibility team by:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 555-ACCESSIBLE (555-222-3774)
- Mailing Address: Accessibility Team, Stellar Entertainment Group, 42 Galaxy Avenue, Techville, CA 91234
Please provide as much detail as possible about the issue you encountered, including the specific page or section of the website, the assistive technology you were using (if any), and any error messages or other relevant information. Your feedback is valuable to us and will help us to improve the accessibility of StreamVerse for all users.
Ongoing Efforts
Accessibility is an ongoing process, and we are continuously working to improve the accessibility of StreamVerse. Our efforts include:
- Regularly auditing our website for accessibility issues using automated tools and manual testing.
- Providing accessibility training to our staff to ensure that they are aware of best practices and guidelines.
- Incorporating accessibility considerations into our design and development processes.
- Staying up-to-date with the latest accessibility standards and technologies.
Third-Party Content
StreamVerse may contain content provided by third parties, such as advertisements or embedded videos. While we strive to ensure that all content on our website is accessible, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party content. However, we encourage third-party providers to adhere to accessibility guidelines and will work with them to address any accessibility issues that may arise.
Alternative Formats
If you require content from StreamVerse in an alternative format, such as a large print version or an audio recording, please contact us at [email protected]. We will do our best to provide the requested content in a timely manner.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about the accessibility of StreamVerse, please contact us:
- Accessibility Team:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 555-ACCESSIBLE (555-222-3774)
- Mailing Address: Accessibility Team, Stellar Entertainment Group, 42 Galaxy Avenue, Techville, CA 91234