SmartNews, Inc. (“SmartNews,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to ensuring that our website, mobile applications, and other digital services (collectively, the “Services”) are accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We strive to provide an inclusive and user-friendly experience for everyone, regardless of ability or technology used.
Our Commitment to Accessibility
We are dedicated to complying with applicable accessibility standards, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, to ensure that our Services are accessible to people with disabilities, including but not limited to those with visual, auditory, motor, or cognitive impairments. Our goal is to make our content and services easy to use, navigate, and understand for all users.
Accessibility Features
We have implemented the following measures to enhance accessibility on our Services:
- Keyboard Navigation: Our website and mobile applications are designed to be navigable using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse to access all features.
- Screen Reader Compatibility: We aim to ensure compatibility with popular screen readers, such as JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver, to assist users with visual impairments.
- Text Alternatives: We provide text alternatives for non-text content, such as images and multimedia, to ensure that users with visual or cognitive impairments can access the information.
- Color Contrast: We strive to maintain sufficient color contrast between text and background elements to improve readability for users with low vision or color blindness.
- Resizable Text: Users can adjust text size using browser or device settings without breaking the layout or functionality of our Services.
- Clear and Consistent Navigation: We aim to provide clear and consistent navigation menus and headings to help users easily find and understand content.
- Captions and Transcripts: For multimedia content, such as videos, we work to provide captions and transcripts to support users with hearing impairments.
Ongoing Efforts
Accessibility is an ongoing priority for SmartNews. We regularly review and test our Services to identify and address accessibility barriers. Our efforts include:
- Conducting accessibility audits using automated tools and manual testing;
- Incorporating feedback from users and accessibility experts;
- Training our team on accessibility best practices and standards; and
- Collaborating with third-party accessibility consultants to ensure compliance with WCAG and other relevant guidelines.
Feedback and Assistance
We welcome feedback from users to help us improve the accessibility of our Services. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us using the information below. We are committed to addressing accessibility concerns promptly and effectively.
SmartNews, Inc.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: [Insert Phone Number, if applicable]
Address: [Insert Company Address]
Please provide as much detail as possible, including:
- The nature of the accessibility issue;
- The specific page, feature, or content where the issue occurred;
- The device, browser, or assistive technology you were using; and
- Any additional information that will help us address the issue.
Third-Party Content
Our Services may include links to third-party websites or content that are not owned or controlled by SmartNews. We are not responsible for the accessibility of third-party content, but we encourage users to notify us if they encounter accessibility issues with linked content. We will work to address concerns within our control or communicate with third parties as appropriate.
Compatibility with Assistive Technologies
We strive to ensure compatibility with commonly used assistive technologies, including screen readers, magnification software, speech recognition tools, and alternative input devices. However, due to the wide variety of devices, browsers, and assistive technologies, we cannot guarantee compatibility in all cases. If you experience difficulties, please contact us for assistance.
Legal Compliance
SmartNews is committed to complying with applicable accessibility laws and regulations, including but not limited to:
- The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA);
- Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act;
- The European Accessibility Act (EAA); and
- Other relevant local, national, and international accessibility standards.
We continuously monitor changes in accessibility laws and guidelines to ensure ongoing compliance.
Limitations
While we strive to make our Services accessible to all users, some content or features may not be fully accessible due to technical limitations, third-party dependencies, or other factors. We are committed to addressing these limitations over time and appreciate your patience and understanding.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback about our accessibility efforts, please contact us at:
SmartNews, Inc.
Email: [email protected]