Accessibility Statement

Effective Date: December 2024

Review Date: December 2025

Legal Romance 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 we provide equal access to all our users.

1. Our Commitment to Accessibility

At Legal Romance, we believe in creating an inclusive dating platform that welcomes people of all abilities. Our commitment to accessibility includes:

• Ensuring our website and mobile app are usable by people with diverse abilities
• Following Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) standards
• Regular testing with users with disabilities
• Continuous improvement based on user feedback
• Providing alternative ways to access our services

2. Accessibility Standards

We strive to conform to the following accessibility standards:

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) AA

Our website aims to comply with WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines, which include:

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

Legal Compliance

We comply with accessibility laws and regulations including:

• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
• Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
• European Accessibility Act

3. Accessibility Features

4. Screen Reader Support

Our platform is optimized for popular screen readers:

• NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access)
• JAWS (Job Access With Speech)
• VoiceOver (macOS and iOS)
• TalkBack (Android)
• Narrator (Windows)

Screen Reader Features

• Proper heading structure and hierarchy
• Descriptive link text
• Form labels and descriptions
• Table headers and captions
• Landmark roles for navigation
• ARIA labels and attributes where needed

5. Keyboard Navigation

Our entire platform can be operated using only a keyboard:

• Tab order follows logical page structure
• All interactive elements are keyboard accessible
• Clear focus indicators for active elements
• Keyboard shortcuts for common actions
• Skip links to bypass navigation
• Escape key to close modals and menus

6. Mobile Accessibility

Our mobile apps include accessibility features:

• Native screen reader support
• Dynamic text sizing support
• Switch control compatibility
• Voice control integration
• High contrast mode support
• Reduced motion options

7. Ongoing Accessibility Efforts

We are continuously working to improve accessibility:

Regular Testing

• Automated accessibility testing
• Manual testing with assistive technologies
• User testing with people with disabilities
• Third-party accessibility audits

Staff Training

• Accessibility awareness training for all staff
• Technical training for developers
• Content creation guidelines for writers
• Customer service accessibility training

8. Known Accessibility Issues

We are aware of the following accessibility issues and are working to resolve them:

Currently Being Addressed

• Some third-party content may not be fully accessible
• Certain interactive features may need improvement
• Video content captions are being added progressively
• Mobile app accessibility enhancements in development

Planned Improvements

• Enhanced voice navigation features
• Improved color contrast in some areas
• Additional keyboard shortcuts
• Better error prevention and recovery

9. Alternative Access Options

If you experience difficulty accessing our platform, we offer:

• Telephone-based customer support
• Email assistance with accessibility issues
• Large print materials upon request
• Assistance with account setup and navigation
• Alternative communication methods

10. Feedback and Assistance

11. Response Time

We are committed to responding to accessibility inquiries:

• Email: Within 2 business days
• Phone: Immediate during business hours
• Complex Issues: Within 5 business days with resolution plan
• Emergency Accessibility Issues: Within 24 hours

12. Third-Party Content

Our platform may include third-party content that we don't control:

• External links to partner websites
• Social media integration
• Payment processing services
• Customer support chat services

We work with our partners to ensure accessibility, but some third-party content may not meet our standards. We are actively working to address these issues.

13. Accessibility Resources

For more information about web accessibility:

• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
• Americans with Disabilities Act
• Section 508 Standards
• WebAIM - Web Accessibility in Mind

14. Policy Review

This Accessibility Statement is reviewed annually and updated as needed to:

• Reflect improvements in our platform
• Incorporate new accessibility standards
• Address user feedback and concerns
• Document our ongoing commitment to accessibility

15. Our Accessibility Promise

Legal Romance is dedicated to creating an inclusive dating community where everyone can find meaningful connections, regardless of their abilities. We view accessibility not as a requirement, but as an essential part of our mission to bring people together.

We will continue to invest in accessibility improvements, listen to our users, and work toward making our platform the most accessible dating service available.

Last Updated: December 2024