Web Accessibility Statement

VisualVault is committed to ensuring that the information and communication technology (ICT) it creates or utilizes in conducting its software development and implementation are accessible in accordance with applicable law (including Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. In addition, VisualVault requires that all electronic content adhere to WCAG 2.1 Level AA accessibility standards.

Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 was revised in 1998 and included web accessibility requirements that were later developed into a set of §508 Accessibility Guidelines. These set the standard for web content accessibility compliance.

VisualVault is currently developing an ICT accessibility policy. We are investigating opportunities to improve organization-wide governance for ICT accessibility, have identified key individuals in the implementation process, and we are tracking and keeping records of ICT accessibility reporting and decisions. Currently, VisualVault has completed accessibility criteria modification for most of its key business processes and has begun using these modified processes.

Yes, VisualVault has a current VPAT and updates this document annually.

Yes. VisualVault is committed to making our products and services more accessible to all users. We're always looking to improve, and this work is ongoing. We're in the process of reviewing our services to improve user experience and to make it easier for our customers to make their sites accessible.

The VisualVault core product is compliant with WCAG 2.1 (Level AA) Standard for accessible design.

Web content accessibility requirements may differ by country, state, or regional jurisdiction. Users share responsibility for ensuring that your VisualVault site customization complies with those requirements (e.g. alternative text for images or logos, color contrast ratios, etc). One way to assess and improve your web content accessibility is by consulting resources like this accessibility checklist from the A11Y Project.

VisualVault supports accessibility for end users through its built-in web content accessibility features, ensuring compliance with WCAG standards. The platform is compatible with most assistive technologies, such as screen readers and keyboard navigation tools, enabling users with disabilities to interact with content effectively.

For administrators and implementers, VisualVault offers customizable tools to further enhance accessibility. Implementers can:

1. Add alternative text to images and icons to support screen readers.
2. Associate labels with all form fields to ensure clarity for assistive technologies.
3. Provide field instructions or help text to guide users with cognitive or visual impairments.
4. Ensure full keyboard navigability of forms and interactive elements.
5. Design accessible error messages using ARIA live regions or inline alerts that are screen-reader friendly.
6. Use semantic headings (H1–H6) to structure content for easier navigation by screen readers.
7. Check and adjust color contrast between text and background for readability.
8. Control font size, spacing, and line height within HTML syntax, to support users with visual impairments or dyslexia.
9. Use semantic list and table structures, including headers and scope attributes, for assistive technology compatibility.
10. Insert ARIA roles and landmarks to improve navigation for screen readers.
11. Upload or link to captions and transcripts for embedded video and audio content.
12. Use descriptive link text to ensure clarity about link destinations.
13. Control tab order for interactive elements to ensure logical navigation.
14. Track version history to monitor and document changes.
15. Link to official accessibility documentation and resources for best practices.

To learn more about web content accessibility for developers and users in general, we suggest visiting the Web Accessibility Initiative website.

VisualVault gives users the ability to implement customizations to their site. This sometimes means the end product is not fully accessible to everyone. To learn more about how to make your site more compliant, reference the WCAG 2.1 Standard for accessible design.

There are several tools you can use to test your site. We recommend a mixed approach of automated and manual testing, with tools including but not limited to:

• Pa11y automated accessibility tool
• Lighthouse Performance Viewer 
• WAVE Evaluation Tool
• NVDA screen reader
• Magnifier on Windows 11