SoundWave Central

Accessibility Statement for SoundWave Central

SoundWave Central is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including those with disabilities. We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website to provide equal access to information and functionality.

Our Commitment to Accessibility

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, a set of guidelines developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) to make web content more accessible to a wider range of people with disabilities. These guidelines outline how to make web content more accessible for people with visual, auditory, motor, and cognitive disabilities.

Accessibility Features Implemented

To ensure a positive user experience for all visitors, SoundWave Central has implemented the following accessibility features:

• Semantic HTML: We use semantic HTML elements to structure our content, making it easier for assistive technologies to interpret and navigate.
• Alternative Text for Images: All images on our website have descriptive alternative text (alt text) that conveys the content and purpose of the image to users who are unable to see them. For example, the image of the London Eye on our homepage is described as: alt="The London Eye Ferris wheel at sunset, a major landmark in London."
• Keyboard Navigation: Our website is fully navigable using a keyboard, allowing users who cannot use a mouse or other pointing device to access all content and functionality.
• Color Contrast: We have carefully selected color combinations to ensure sufficient contrast between text and background, making it easier for users with low vision or color blindness to read our content.
• Resizable Text: Users can easily increase or decrease the text size on our website using their browser settings without losing content or functionality.
• Clear and Consistent Navigation: Our website features a clear and consistent navigation structure, making it easy for users to find the information they are looking for.
• Forms Accessibility: All forms on our website are designed to be accessible, with clear labels, instructions, and error messages.
• Video Captions and Transcripts: Where applicable, videos include captions and transcripts to provide access to auditory content for users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
• ARIA Attributes: We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to enhance the accessibility of dynamic content and complex user interface components.

Ongoing Efforts

SoundWave Central is committed to continuously improving the accessibility of our website. Our ongoing efforts include:

• Regularly auditing our website for accessibility issues using automated and manual testing methods.
• Training our staff on accessibility best practices.
• Seeking feedback from users with disabilities to identify areas for improvement.
• Staying up-to-date with the latest accessibility standards and technologies.
• Ensuring that new content and features are designed with accessibility in mind.

Conformance Status

SoundWave Central strives to conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA. While we have made significant efforts to ensure accessibility, some areas of our website may not yet be fully compliant. We are actively working to address these issues and improve accessibility across our entire website.

Known Accessibility Issues

We are aware of the following potential accessibility issues:

• Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We are working to replace these documents with accessible versions.
• Certain third-party plugins or widgets may not be fully accessible. We are evaluating alternative solutions to address these issues.

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of SoundWave Central. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

We will do our best to respond to your inquiries in a timely manner and address any accessibility concerns.

Alternative Access

If you are unable to access any content or functionality on our website due to a disability, please contact us using the contact information provided above, and we will provide you with an alternative means of accessing the information or service.

Enforcement Procedure

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concerns, you may file a complaint with the Equality and Human Rights Commission:

Equality and Human Rights Commission

Date of Statement

This accessibility statement was last updated on October 26, 2023.