Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Translate This is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with diverse abilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to guarantee we provide equal access to all of our users.

We believe that the internet should be available and accessible to anyone, and we are committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of circumstance and ability.

Our goal is to enable all users to successfully navigate, understand, and use our translation services, ensuring that language translation is accessible to everyone who needs it.

Accessibility Standards

Translate This aims 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 more user-friendly for everyone.

We also follow best practices from the Accessible Rich Internet Applications (ARIA) specification to ensure our dynamic content and advanced user interface controls are accessible.

Accessibility Features

We have implemented the following accessibility features to ensure our service is usable by as many people as possible:

Visual Design

• High contrast dark theme with WCAG AAA compliant color ratios
• Resizable text without loss of functionality up to 200%
• Clear visual focus indicators for keyboard navigation
• No reliance on color alone to convey information
• Consistent and predictable layout across all pages
• Reduced motion options respected via prefers-reduced-motion

Keyboard Navigation

• Full keyboard navigation support throughout the site
• Skip navigation links to jump to main content
• Logical tab order that follows visual flow
• No keyboard traps - users can navigate away from all components
• Keyboard shortcuts for common actions (with ability to disable)

Screen Reader Support

• Semantic HTML structure with proper heading hierarchy
• ARIA labels and descriptions for complex interface elements
• Alternative text for all informative images
• Form labels properly associated with input fields
• Error messages clearly announced and associated with fields
• Status messages and live regions for dynamic content updates

Additional Features

• Responsive design that works on all device sizes
• Clear and simple language throughout the interface
• Consistent navigation and interaction patterns
• Support for browser zoom up to 400% without horizontal scrolling
• Time limits can be extended or disabled where applicable
• No automatic playing of audio or video content

Browser & Assistive Technology Support

Translate This is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:

Screen Readers

• NVDA (Windows) - Fully tested
• JAWS (Windows) - Fully tested
• VoiceOver (macOS/iOS) - Fully tested
• TalkBack (Android) - Fully tested
• Narrator (Windows) - Basic support

Browsers

• Chrome/Edge (latest 2 versions)
• Firefox (latest 2 versions)
• Safari (latest 2 versions)
• Opera (latest version)

We recommend using the latest version of your preferred browser for the best experience. Older browsers may not support all accessibility features.

Navigation & Interaction Tips

To help you navigate our site effectively, here are some helpful tips:

Keyboard Shortcuts

Screen Reader Users

• Use heading navigation (H key) to quickly jump between sections
• Use landmarks navigation to move between page regions
• Form mode will be automatically triggered in input fields
• Live regions will announce translation progress and results

Known Limitations & Alternatives

Despite our best efforts, some areas of our website may not be fully accessible. Known limitations include:

We are actively working to address these limitations and improve accessibility across all features. Updates are released regularly.

Evaluation Methods

Translate This evaluates the accessibility of our service through the following methods:

• Automated Testing: Regular scans using axe DevTools, WAVE, and Lighthouse
• Manual Testing: Keyboard navigation and screen reader testing by our team
• User Testing: Feedback from users with disabilities
• Expert Review: Annual third-party accessibility audit
• Continuous Monitoring: Real-time accessibility monitoring in production

Feedback & Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Translate This. If you encounter accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know:

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days and to resolve identified barriers as quickly as possible.

Enforcement Procedure

If you wish to report an accessibility issue, have any questions, or need assistance, please contact our accessibility team as outlined above.

In the event that you encounter persistent accessibility barriers, you may also contact: