Accessibility Statement for ShootSpot
ShootSpot is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.
We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA. These guidelines outline four main principles that content should be:
- 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 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.
Our Accessibility Measures
ShootSpot has taken the following measures to ensure accessibility:
- Keyboard Navigation: Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard. Users can tab through all interactive elements, and visual focus indicators are clearly visible.
- Screen Reader Compatibility: We have implemented semantic HTML to ensure that screen readers can accurately interpret the content and structure of our pages. ARIA attributes are used to enhance the accessibility of complex components.
- Color Contrast: We have carefully selected color combinations to ensure sufficient contrast between text and background colors, meeting WCAG 2.1 AA standards.
- Alternative Text: All images on our website include descriptive alternative text (alt text) to convey their meaning to users who cannot see them.
- Form Accessibility: Our forms are designed to be accessible, with clear labels, instructions, and error messages. We use appropriate ARIA attributes to enhance form usability for screen reader users.
- Video Accessibility: We strive to provide captions or transcripts for all video content on our website.
- Consistent Navigation: We maintain a consistent and predictable navigation structure throughout our website to help users easily find what they are looking for.
- Responsive Design: Our website is designed to be responsive and adapts to different screen sizes and devices, ensuring a consistent and accessible experience on desktops, tablets, and smartphones.
Specific Accessibility Features
The following are specific accessibility features we have implemented:
- Skip Navigation Link: A "Skip to main content" link is provided at the top of each page to allow users to bypass the navigation menu and go directly to the main content area.
- ARIA Landmarks: We use ARIA landmarks (e.g.,
, - Proper Heading Structure: We use a logical heading structure (H1-H6) to organize our content and make it easier to understand.
- Clear Link Text: We use descriptive link text to clearly indicate the destination of each link.
- Resizable Text: Users can easily resize the text on our website using their browser settings.
Examples of Accessibility Techniques
The following is an example table that shows how accessibility techniques are used on the ShootSpot website:
| Technique | Description | WCAG Guideline |
|---|---|---|
| Alternative Text for Images | Provides a text alternative for non-text content so that it can be changed into other forms people need, such as large print, braille, speech, symbols or simpler language. | Guideline 1.1 Text Alternatives |
| Keyboard Navigation | Makes all functionality available from a keyboard. | Guideline 2.1 Keyboard Accessible |
| Color Contrast | Provides sufficient contrast between text and background colors. | Guideline 1.4 Distinguishable |
| ARIA Landmarks | Uses ARIA landmarks to define the structure of the page. | Guideline 2.4 Navigable |
WCAG Compliance Details
ShootSpot aims to conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA. We have taken significant steps to achieve this goal, including:
- Performing regular accessibility audits and testing.
- Training our development and content teams on accessibility best practices.
- Incorporating accessibility considerations into our design and development processes.
Ongoing Efforts
We are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website. We regularly review our website and make updates as needed to address any accessibility issues that are identified.
Known Limitations
Despite our best efforts, there may be some limitations in the accessibility of our website. We are aware of the following potential issues:
- Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible.
- Third-party content or plugins may not be fully accessible.
We are working to address these issues and improve the overall accessibility of our website.
Feedback and Contact Information
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers, please let us know. Your feedback helps us improve our website and provide a better user experience for everyone.
Accessibility Support
To report an accessibility issue or provide feedback, please contact us:
Email: accessibility@shootspot.com
Phone: +1 563-627-4711
Address: ShootSpot Accessibility Team, 555 Redwood Drive, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA
Contact Person: Maria Rodriguez, Accessibility Coordinator
Resources
For more information about web accessibility, please visit the following resources: