Our Commitment
Friendly Web Designs 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.
"We believe that every person deserves equal access to information and functionality on the web, regardless of ability."
— Pete & Katherine Stathopoulos, Founders
WCAG Standards Alignment
Our website is accessibility-aligned to WCAG standards. We target conformance with 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 are used in lawsuits, government contracts, and enterprise RFPs.
Basic
Essential accessibility features
Standard
Broader accessibility support
Enhanced
Highest level of accessibility
Note: WCAG is maintained by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI). We strive to align with these internationally recognized standards to ensure our content is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust for all users.
W3C Web Standards
Our website is built in alignment with W3C web standards. The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) sets the standards for HTML, CSS, ARIA, and other web technologies. By following these standards, we ensure our website works consistently across browsers, devices, and assistive technologies.
Valid HTML5
Semantic markup following W3C HTML specification
CSS Standards
Modern CSS following W3C recommendations
ARIA Support
Accessible Rich Internet Applications for assistive tech
Security Headers
Following OWASP and W3C security best practices
Accessibility Features
Keyboard Navigation
Full site navigation using keyboard only
Readable Text
Clear fonts, proper sizing, and spacing
Color Contrast
WCAG AA compliant color ratios (4.5:1 minimum)
Screen Reader Support
Semantic HTML and ARIA labels throughout
Media Alternatives
Alt text for images and transcripts
Focus Indicators
Clear visual focus states on all interactive elements
Measures We Take
- Using semantic HTML for proper document structure
- Providing text alternatives for all non-text content
- Ensuring sufficient color contrast throughout the site (4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large text)
- Making all functionality available from a keyboard
- Using clear and simple language
- Testing with assistive technologies (screen readers, magnifiers)
- Regular accessibility audits and testing
- Training our team on accessibility best practices
- Following ARIA Authoring Practices Guide from W3C
Known Limitations
While we strive for full accessibility alignment, some content may have limitations. We are actively working to address these issues.
- •Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible
- •Third-party content may not meet our accessibility standards
- •Some interactive features may have limited screen reader support
We Welcome Your Feedback
If you encounter accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know. We take all feedback seriously and will respond within 5 business days.
When reporting an issue, please include:
- The URL of the page with the issue
- A description of the problem you encountered
- The assistive technology you were using (if applicable)
- Your preferred method of contact
Continuous Improvement
We are committed to the ongoing improvement of our website's accessibility. This includes:
- Regular accessibility audits (quarterly)
- User testing with people who use assistive technologies
- Staying current with W3C accessibility standards and best practices
- Training our team on new WCAG requirements
- Incorporating accessibility into our development process from day one
Contact Us About Accessibility
We're here to help. Contact us if you have questions or encounter any accessibility barriers.
Response time: Within 5 business days