Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment to Accessibility

GenderVoice LLC is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply the relevant accessibility standards to ensure we provide equal access to all users.

Conformance Status

We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and more user-friendly for everyone.

Current Status

We have undertaken the following measures to ensure accessibility:

• Include accessibility as part of our development process
• Conduct regular accessibility audits
• Train our development team on accessibility best practices
• Assign clear accessibility goals and responsibilities
• Use automated and manual testing tools

Accessibility Features

Navigation & Structure

• Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements are accessible via keyboard
• Skip Links: Skip to main content links for screen reader users
• Logical Heading Structure: Proper heading hierarchy (H1-H6)
• Consistent Navigation: Navigation remains consistent across pages
• Focus Indicators: Visible focus states for all interactive elements

Visual Design

• Color Contrast: Text meets WCAG AA contrast ratios (4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large text)
• Resizable Text: Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality
• No Color-Only Information: Information is not conveyed by color alone
• Responsive Design: Content adapts to different screen sizes and zoom levels

Media & Content

• Alt Text: Images include descriptive alternative text
• Video Controls: All video players have accessible controls
• Audio Descriptions: Key visual information in videos is described
• Transcripts: Audio content includes text transcripts where applicable

Forms & Interactions

• Form Labels: All form inputs have associated labels
• Error Identification: Form errors are clearly identified and described
• Input Assistance: Clear instructions and error prevention
• Time Limits: Users can extend or disable time limits where they exist

Voice Training Features

• Visual Feedback: Audio feedback is accompanied by visual indicators
• Adjustable Settings: Pitch displays and thresholds can be customized
• Alternative Inputs: Multiple ways to interact with training features
• Progress Indicators: Clear, accessible progress tracking

Assistive Technology Support

gendervoice.app is designed to work with common assistive technologies:

Screen Readers

• NVDA (Windows)
• JAWS (Windows)
• VoiceOver (macOS, iOS)
• TalkBack (Android)

Other Technologies

• Screen magnification software
• Speech recognition software
• Keyboard-only navigation
• Switch access devices

Browser Compatibility

For the best accessible experience, we recommend using the latest versions of:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari
• Microsoft Edge

Known Limitations

While we strive for full accessibility, some areas may have limitations:

• Third-Party Content: Some embedded content from third parties may not be fully accessible
• Real-Time Audio Visualization: Live pitch graphs may not be fully accessible to screen reader users; we provide text-based feedback as an alternative
• Legacy Content: Older content may not meet current standards; we are working to update it
• PDF Documents: Some downloadable PDFs may have limited accessibility; contact us for alternative formats

Feedback & Accommodations

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of gendervoice.app. Please let us know if you:

• Encounter any accessibility barriers
• Need content in an alternative format
• Have suggestions for improving accessibility
• Want to report an accessibility issue

When contacting us about accessibility, please include:

• The page URL where you encountered the issue
• A description of the problem
• The assistive technology you were using (if applicable)
• Your browser and operating system

We will respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days and work to resolve issues promptly.

Accommodation Requests

If you need a reasonable accommodation to access our services, please contact us. We will work with you to find a solution that meets your needs.

Examples of accommodations we can provide:

• Alternative document formats (large print, plain text, audio)
• Extended time for timed features
• Alternative methods to complete voice training exercises
• One-on-one assistance via email or video call

Continuous Improvement

We are committed to ongoing accessibility improvements:

• Regular accessibility audits (quarterly)
• User testing with people who have disabilities
• Staff training on accessibility best practices
• Monitoring new WCAG guidelines and standards
• Incorporating accessibility feedback into development priorities

Legal Compliance

This accessibility statement relates to:

• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1
• European Accessibility Act (where applicable)

External Resources

Learn more about web accessibility:

• W3C Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI)
• WCAG 2.1 Guidelines
• ADA.gov