Our Commitment
We're dedicated to providing an inclusive experience for all users of our platform.
Inclusive by Design
Accessibility isn't an afterthought at Arete Workspace—it's built into everything we do from the ground up. Our design and development teams work together to ensure that our platform is usable by people with diverse abilities and needs.
We regularly test our platform with assistive technologies, conduct accessibility audits, and gather feedback from users with disabilities to continuously improve our accessibility features.
Our goal is to exceed accessibility standards and create an experience that's not just compliant, but truly inclusive and empowering for all users.
Accessibility Features
Our platform includes comprehensive accessibility features designed to support users with different needs.
- High contrast color schemes
- Scalable text and UI elements
- Screen reader compatibility
- Alternative text for all images
- Focus indicators for keyboard navigation
- Captions for video content
- Visual alerts for audio notifications
- Text alternatives for audio content
- Adjustable audio controls
- Full keyboard navigation support
- Large clickable areas
- Drag and drop alternatives
- Customizable interface controls
- Voice control compatibility
- Clear and simple language
- Consistent navigation patterns
- Error prevention and clear error messages
- Progress indicators for multi-step processes
- Customizable interface complexity
Standards & Compliance
We adhere to internationally recognized accessibility standards and guidelines.
WCAG 2.1 AA
We follow Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1 Level AA standards
Section 508
Compliance with US federal accessibility requirements
EN 301 549
European accessibility standard for ICT products and services
Supported Assistive Technologies
Our platform is tested and optimized for use with popular assistive technologies.
Screen Readers
- NVDA
- JAWS
- VoiceOver (macOS/iOS)
- TalkBack (Android)
Voice Control
- Dragon NaturallySpeaking
- Windows Speech Recognition
- Voice Control (macOS)
- Voice Access (Android)
Magnification
- ZoomText
- Windows Magnifier
- Zoom (macOS)
- Browser zoom features
Feedback & Support
We're committed to continuous improvement and welcome your feedback on our accessibility features.
Report an Issue
If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our platform, please let us know.
Our Response Commitment
We aim to respond to all accessibility feedback within 2 business days and will work with you to resolve any issues as quickly as possible. Your input helps us create a more inclusive platform for everyone.
Ongoing Improvements
Accessibility is an ongoing journey, and we're constantly working to improve our platform.
Regular Audits
We conduct quarterly accessibility audits with third-party experts to identify and address any issues.
User Testing
We regularly test our platform with users who rely on assistive technologies to ensure real-world usability.
Team Training
Our entire team receives regular training on accessibility best practices and inclusive design principles.