ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

At Stetho Steps LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"), we are dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible experience for all users, including individuals with disabilities. Our website [www.stethosteps.net] (the "Website") and digital resources are designed to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA and comply with relevant accessibility laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the European Accessibility Act (EAA).

If you encounter any accessibility barriers or require assistance, please contact us at support@stethosteps.com.

1. Web Accessibility Standards

To ensure our Website is accessible to all users, we adhere to the WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines, including but not limited to the following features:

Keyboard Navigation: Our Website can be navigated using only a keyboard, without requiring a mouse.

Screen Reader Compatibility: We ensure compatibility with leading screen readers, including NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver.

Alternative Text for Images: Descriptive alternative text is provided for all meaningful images.

Readable & Resizable Text: Users can adjust text size through browser settings without affecting functionality.

High Contrast & Color Adjustments: We use color schemes that support readability for individuals with color blindness and low vision.

Closed Captions & Transcripts: Captions and transcripts are provided for all relevant multimedia content.

Accessible Forms & Interactive Elements: Forms, buttons, and navigation menus are optimized for accessibility.

2. Ongoing Improvements & Testing

We are committed to continually improving our Website’s accessibility. Our ongoing efforts include:

Regular Accessibility Audits: Periodic manual and automated accessibility testing to ensure ongoing compliance.

User Feedback & Testing: We actively seek feedback from users with disabilities to identify and address potential barriers.

Third-Party Tools & Integrations: We ensure that third-party tools and integrations we use comply with accessibility standards.

Current Accessibility Testing Tools:

WAVE Web Accessibility Evaluation Tool
Google Lighthouse Accessibility Audit
NVDA & JAWS Screen Reader Testing

3. Limitations & Alternative Access

While we strive for full accessibility, certain third-party content (e.g., embedded videos, external platforms) may not fully comply with accessibility guidelines. Should you encounter any difficulty accessing content, we are happy to provide alternative formats or solutions.

Alternative Access Methods:

PDF or text-based alternatives for visual content
Live support for accessibility assistance
Direct email support for document requests

4. How to Report Accessibility Issues

We value your feedback and are committed to resolving any accessibility concerns promptly. If you experience difficulty accessing any content, have suggestions for improvement, or require an alternative format, please contact us at support@stethosteps.com.

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 5 business days and will work diligently to resolve any issues as quickly as possible.

5. Legal Compliance & Future Updates

We are committed to ensuring compliance with accessibility regulations, including:

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) – U.S.
Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act – U.S.
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA – Global Standard
European Accessibility Act (EAA) – EU

We regularly review and update this Accessibility Statement to reflect improvements in accessibility practices and regulatory changes. Updates will be posted with the date of revision.

6. Contact Information

For any accessibility-related inquiries or requests for assistance, please contact us at support@stethosteps.com.