Accessibility Statement

1. Our Commitment to Accessibility

Hairdresser Tip Calculator 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 to ensure our website and tip calculation tools are accessible to all users.

We believe that everyone should have equal access to information and functionality, regardless of their abilities or disabilities. Our goal is to create an inclusive environment where all users can effectively use our hairdresser tip calculator and related services.

2. Accessibility Standards

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 for people with disabilities and provide a better user experience for everyone.

Our accessibility efforts focus on the four main principles of accessibility:

• Perceivable: Information and user interface components must be presentable to users in ways they can perceive
• Operable: User interface components and navigation must be operable by all users
• Understandable: Information and the operation of user interface must be understandable
• Robust: Content must be robust enough to be interpreted reliably by a wide variety of user agents

3. Accessibility Features

Our website includes several accessibility features designed to improve usability for all users:

3.1 Visual Accessibility

• High contrast color schemes that meet WCAG AA standards
• Scalable text that can be enlarged up to 200% without loss of functionality
• Clear, readable fonts with appropriate spacing and sizing
• Alternative text descriptions for all meaningful images
• Visual focus indicators for keyboard navigation

3.2 Navigation and Interaction

• Logical tab order for keyboard navigation
• Skip links to main content areas
• Consistent navigation structure across all pages
• Clear headings and page structure for screen readers
• Descriptive link text that explains the destination or function

3.3 Calculator Accessibility

• Clearly labeled input fields with descriptive instructions
• Error messages that are clearly communicated and actionable
• Results announced to screen readers when calculations are completed
• Large, easily clickable buttons and interactive elements
• Support for both mouse and keyboard interactions

4. Assistive Technology Compatibility

Our website is designed to be compatible with a wide range of assistive technologies, including:

• Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack)
• Voice recognition software
• Screen magnification tools
• Alternative keyboards and pointing devices
• Browser accessibility features and extensions

We regularly test our website with various assistive technologies to ensure compatibility and optimal user experience across different tools and platforms.

5. Mobile Accessibility

Our hairdresser tip calculator is fully responsive and accessible on mobile devices. Mobile accessibility features include:

• Touch-friendly interface with appropriately sized tap targets
• Support for mobile screen readers and accessibility services
• Optimized layouts that work well with zoom and magnification
• Gesture-based navigation alternatives
• Consistent functionality across different mobile platforms

6. Ongoing Improvements

Accessibility is an ongoing commitment, and we continuously work to improve our website's accessibility features. Our improvement efforts include:

• Regular accessibility audits and testing with real users
• Staff training on accessibility best practices and inclusive design
• Incorporating accessibility considerations into our development process
• Staying updated with the latest accessibility standards and guidelines
• Implementing user feedback to address accessibility barriers

7. Known Limitations

While we strive for full accessibility, we acknowledge that some limitations may exist. We are actively working to address these issues:

• Some third-party embedded content may not meet our accessibility standards
• Certain interactive elements may require additional assistive technology support
• Complex calculations may need clearer explanation for some users

We are committed to resolving these limitations and welcome feedback on how we can improve accessibility for all users.

8. Feedback and Support

We welcome feedback about the accessibility of our hairdresser tip calculator. If you encounter accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

• Use our contact form to report accessibility issues
• Describe the specific problem you encountered
• Include information about your assistive technology or browser
• Suggest how we might improve the accessibility of the feature

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days and will work to address reported issues as quickly as possible.

9. Alternative Access Methods

If you are unable to access any part of our website due to a disability, we are committed to providing alternative access methods. Please contact us to discuss alternative ways to access our tip calculation services and information.

We can provide information in alternative formats or assist you with calculations through direct communication when our standard web interface is not accessible to you.