Horizon Financial Planning

Text Size and Zoom

Users can adjust the text size on this website using browser settings. Typically, this can be done by pressing Ctrl + '+' to zoom in and Ctrl + '-' to zoom out. Alternatively, you can use the browser's menu to adjust the zoom level. We have ensured that text remains readable and functional at various zoom levels, up to 200%.

Color Contrast

We have carefully selected color combinations to ensure sufficient contrast between text and background. This is to improve readability for users with low vision or color blindness. We regularly audit our website's color palette using accessibility tools to maintain compliance with WCAG standards. Our primary color scheme uses a white background with dark text, providing excellent contrast. Accent colors have also been chosen to meet contrast requirements.

Keyboard Navigation

Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard. Users can navigate through links, forms, and other interactive elements using the Tab key. Shift + Tab can be used to navigate backwards. We have implemented skip links to allow users to bypass repetitive navigation elements and jump directly to the main content of the page. Focus indicators are clearly visible, ensuring users can always see which element has focus.

Screen Reader Compatibility

We have designed this website to be compatible with screen reader software such as JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver. We use semantic HTML to structure our content, making it easier for screen readers to interpret and present information to users. We provide alternative text descriptions for all images and non-text elements, ensuring that users with visual impairments can understand the content of the page. ARIA attributes are used to enhance the accessibility of complex widgets and dynamic content. We regularly test our website with screen readers to identify and address any accessibility issues.

ARIA Attributes

We utilize ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to enhance the accessibility of interactive elements on our website. ARIA attributes provide additional information to assistive technologies about the role, state, and properties of elements. For example, we use ARIA attributes to identify interactive elements, indicate the state of checkboxes and radio buttons, and provide live updates to users without requiring a page refresh. Our use of ARIA attributes is carefully considered to avoid over-use, ensuring that they supplement rather than replace semantic HTML.

• aria-label : Provides a concise description for interactive elements.
• aria-describedby : Links an element to descriptive text.
• aria-live : Indicates that an area of the page will update dynamically.
• aria-hidden : Hides content from assistive technologies when it is purely decorative.

Forms and Input Fields

All forms on our website are designed with accessibility in mind. Each input field has a clearly associated label, ensuring that users understand the purpose of the field. We use appropriate HTML5 input types to provide semantic meaning and improve usability. Error messages are displayed clearly and informatively, helping users to correct any mistakes. We also provide alternative input methods, such as CAPTCHA alternatives that do not rely solely on visual perception.

Video and Audio Content

We strive to make all video and audio content accessible to users with disabilities. All videos include captions or transcripts, providing a text-based alternative for users who cannot hear the audio. Audio descriptions are provided for videos that contain important visual information. We ensure that audio and video controls are accessible via keyboard and screen reader. We use accessible video players that support captions, transcripts, and audio descriptions.

Ongoing Efforts

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We regularly review our website and content to ensure that it meets the latest accessibility standards. We conduct regular audits using automated accessibility testing tools and manual testing with assistive technologies. We welcome feedback from users with disabilities and use this feedback to improve the accessibility of our website. Our team receives ongoing training on accessibility best practices.