Accessibility Statement
WeatherCast Pro 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.
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Our Commitment to Accessibility
WeatherCast Pro believes that everyone should have equal access to weather information, regardless of ability or disability. We are dedicated to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, in accordance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at Level AA.
Our Goal
We strive to meet or exceed the requirements of the WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines, ensuring that our weather services are usable by people with visual, auditory, motor, and cognitive disabilities.
Conformance Status
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA.
Current Status
WeatherCast Pro is partially conformant with WCAG 2.1 level AA. Partially conformant means that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the accessibility standard.
Areas of Full Conformance
- Keyboard navigation and operability
- Text alternatives for non-text content
- Content structure and semantic markup
- Color contrast requirements
- Form labels and error identification
Known Areas for Improvement
We are actively working to address the following areas:
- Enhanced screen reader compatibility for complex weather data visualizations
- Improved alternative text for weather maps and charts
- More comprehensive audio descriptions for video content
Accessibility Features
We have implemented numerous features to make WeatherCast Pro accessible to users with various disabilities:
Keyboard Navigation
Full keyboard access for all functionality without requiring a mouse
Text Resizing
Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of content or functionality
Color & Contrast
High contrast ratios and color-independent information presentation
Screen Reader Support
Compatible with major screen readers including JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver
Semantic HTML
Proper heading structure and semantic markup for better navigation
Error Identification
Clear error messages and suggestions for form correction
Technical Standards
We rely on the following standards and guidelines to ensure accessibility:
| Standard | Level | Description |
|---|---|---|
| WCAG 2.1 | Level AA | Primary standard for web content accessibility |
| WAI-ARIA 1.1 | Full | Accessible Rich Internet Applications specifications |
| HTML5 | Full | Semantic HTML markup and accessibility features |
| CSS | Level 3 | Style presentation that supports accessibility |
Compatibility
WeatherCast Pro is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies and browsers:
Assistive Technologies
- Screen readers: JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack
- Screen magnification software: ZoomText, Magnifier
- Voice recognition software: Dragon NaturallySpeaking
- Alternative input devices: Switches, eye tracking
Web Browsers
- Chrome (latest version)
- Firefox (latest version)
- Safari (latest version)
- Edge (latest version)
Feedback Process
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of WeatherCast Pro. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers:
- Email: accessibility@weathercastpro.com
- Response Time: We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 3 business days
- Process: Our team will acknowledge your feedback and work with you to understand and address the issue
Our Promise
We treat accessibility feedback with the highest priority and are committed to making reasonable accommodations to ensure our services are accessible to all users.
Assessment Approach
WeatherCast Pro assesses accessibility through the following methods:
Automated Testing
- Regular scans using accessibility evaluation tools
- Continuous integration with accessibility checks
- Color contrast analyzers and validators
Manual Testing
- Keyboard-only navigation testing
- Screen reader compatibility testing
- Mobile accessibility assessment
- User testing with people with disabilities
Expert Review
- Regular audits by accessibility specialists
- Code review for accessibility best practices
- Design system accessibility validation
Ongoing Improvements
Accessibility is an ongoing effort. Our current improvement initiatives include:
Roadmap
- Implementing more detailed weather descriptions for screen reader users
- Developing alternative formats for complex weather data
- Enhancing mobile app accessibility features
- Creating accessibility training for all team members
- Establishing a user accessibility testing panel
Contact Information
For questions about this accessibility statement or to report accessibility issues:
Accessibility Support
We are committed to responding to accessibility feedback and providing support to users with disabilities.
accessibility@weathercastpro.comWe typically respond to accessibility inquiries within 3 business days. For urgent accessibility issues, please include “URGENT” in your subject line.