Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

Amplified Classics is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We believe that classic literature should be accessible to everyone, and we are continually improving the user experience for all visitors.

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible to people with disabilities.

Accessibility Features

We have implemented the following accessibility features on our website:

Navigation and Structure

• Consistent navigation throughout the site
• Logical heading structure (H1-H6) for screen readers
• Skip-to-content links for keyboard users
• Clear and descriptive page titles
• Breadcrumb navigation where appropriate

Visual Design

• Sufficient color contrast ratios (minimum 4.5:1 for normal text)
• Text resizing support up to 200% without loss of functionality
• No information conveyed by color alone
• Clear focus indicators for keyboard navigation
• Responsive design that works on various screen sizes

Content

• Alternative text for meaningful images
• Descriptive link text (avoiding "click here" or "read more")
• Plain language in our writing
• Clear and consistent labeling of form elements
• Error messages that are clear and helpful

Keyboard Accessibility

• All interactive elements are keyboard accessible
• Logical tab order through the page
• No keyboard traps
• Visible focus indicators

Screen Reader Compatibility

• Proper use of ARIA landmarks and roles
• Form fields with associated labels
• Tables with appropriate headers
• Dynamic content updates announced to assistive technology

Assistive Technology Support

Our website is designed to be compatible with:

• Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack)
• Screen magnification software
• Speech recognition software
• Keyboard-only navigation
• Browser zoom functionality

Browser Compatibility

We test our website with recent versions of:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari
• Microsoft Edge

For the best experience, we recommend keeping your browser updated to the latest version.

Known Limitations

While we strive for comprehensive accessibility, some limitations may exist:

• Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We are working to remediate these.
• Third-party content or embedded media may not meet our accessibility standards.
• Complex interactive features may have limited screen reader support on some platforms.

We are actively working to address these limitations and improve accessibility over time.

Accessibility Tips

Here are some ways to customize your experience:

Increase Text Size

• Windows: Ctrl + Plus (+) to zoom in, Ctrl + Minus (-) to zoom out
• Mac: Cmd + Plus (+) to zoom in, Cmd + Minus (-) to zoom out
• Or use your browser's View menu to adjust zoom level

Use High Contrast

• Windows: Settings → Accessibility → High contrast themes
• Mac: System Preferences → Accessibility → Display → Increase contrast

Enable Screen Reader

• Windows: Narrator (Windows + Ctrl + Enter) or install NVDA
• Mac: VoiceOver (Cmd + F5)
• iOS: Settings → Accessibility → VoiceOver
• Android: Settings → Accessibility → TalkBack

Feedback

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Amplified Classics. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers:

• Email: accessibility@amplifiedclassics.com

When reporting an issue, please include:

• The web address (URL) of the page
• The device and browser you were using
• Any assistive technology you were using
• A description of the problem you encountered

We will do our best to respond within 5 business days and work to resolve the issue.

Legal Compliance

We aim to comply with applicable accessibility laws and standards, including:

• United States: Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
• United Kingdom: Equality Act 2010, Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) Accessibility Regulations 2018
• Canada: Accessible Canada Act, provincial accessibility legislation (AODA in Ontario)
• Australia: Disability Discrimination Act 1992

Continuous Improvement

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We regularly:

• Conduct accessibility audits
• Test with assistive technologies
• Train our team on accessibility best practices
• Review and address user feedback
• Update our content to improve accessibility

Third-Party Content

Our website may link to or include content from third parties. While we choose partners who share our commitment to accessibility, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party content.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our accessibility efforts or need assistance accessing any content on our website, please contact us:

Email: accessibility@amplifiedclassics.com

We are committed to providing accessible content and will work with you to find solutions that meet your needs.