Accessibility Statement

A accessibility statement informs visitors that your website is designed to be user-friendly for everyone, including people with disabilities. It shows that inclusion is important to you and that you adhere to accessibility standards.

Accessibility means that everyone - regardless of ability - can use and enjoy your website without any problems. It's not just about doing the right thing, it's also about meeting legal requirements and appealing to a wider audience.

What should an accessibility statement include?

Here are the key points that an accessibility statement should include:

• Your commitment to accessibility
  Start with a statement that you are committed to an accessible website. Let users know that you are committed to providing equal access for all.
• Compliance with standards Mention
  which guidelines your website complies with, such as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). Example: "Our website complies with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards."
• Accessibility features
  Highlight functions that make your website more user-friendly, e.g.: Keyboard, navigation, text enlargement, alternative text for images.
• Areas for improvement
  Be honest if certain parts of your website still need to be optimized. Indicate that you are working on improving them.
• Contact information
  Provide a way to contact you if users encounter problems. Include an email address or form that you can use to provide feedback.
• Date of the statement
  Add the date the statement was created or last updated. This shows that you are actively working on accessibility.

How do you write an accessibility statement?

Keep the statement clear and easy to understand. Avoid technical terms or long explanations. Here is a simple example:

• Our accessibility statement
  We are committed to making our website accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. We follow the WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines to ensure an inclusive experience. If you have any problems using our website or would like to give us your feedback, please contact us at [your email address]. We appreciate your contribution to improving our accessibility.

Why is it important?

An accessibility statement shows your visitors that you care about their user experience. It builds trust and ensures that your website is accessible to all.

If you don't have an accessibility statement yet, now is the time to create one. It's a small step that makes a big difference!