Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Brandhorse™ 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 to ensure we provide equal access to all our users.

We believe that everyone should be able to access our content and services, regardless of their abilities or the technologies they use. Accessibility is not just a requirement—it's a core value that shapes how we design and develop our platform.

Accessibility Standards

We strive to conform to 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 more user-friendly for everyone.

Our accessibility efforts are guided by the four main principles of WCAG:

• Perceivable: Information and user interface components must be presentable to users in ways they can perceive
• Operable: User interface components and navigation must be operable
• Understandable: Information and the operation of the user interface must be understandable
• Robust: Content must be robust enough to be interpreted reliably by a wide variety of user agents, including assistive technologies

Accessibility Features

Keyboard Navigation

Our website is fully navigable using only a keyboard. You can:

• Use the Tab key to move forward through interactive elements
• Use Shift + Tab to move backward
• Use Enter or Space to activate buttons and links
• Use arrow keys to navigate within menus and other components
• Use Escape to close modals and dialogs

Screen Reader Compatibility

Our website is designed to work with popular screen readers, including:

• JAWS (Job Access With Speech)
• NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access)
• VoiceOver (macOS and iOS)
• TalkBack (Android)

We use semantic HTML, ARIA labels, and proper heading structures to ensure screen readers can accurately interpret and convey our content.

Visual Design

Our visual design prioritizes accessibility through:

• Color contrast: All text meets WCAG AA standards for contrast ratios (4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large text)
• Responsive design: Content adapts to different screen sizes and orientations
• Resizable text: Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of content or functionality
• Clear focus indicators: Visible focus states help keyboard users navigate
• Consistent navigation: Navigation patterns remain consistent throughout the site

Content Structure

We structure our content to be clear and easy to understand:

• Logical heading hierarchy (H1, H2, H3, etc.)
• Descriptive link text that makes sense out of context
• Alternative text for all meaningful images
• Captions and transcripts for video and audio content
• Clear and simple language where possible
• Properly labeled form fields with helpful error messages

Forms and Error Handling

Our forms are designed with accessibility in mind:

• All form fields have clear, visible labels
• Required fields are clearly indicated
• Error messages are specific and helpful
• Errors are announced to screen readers
• Forms can be completed using only a keyboard

Interactive Components

All interactive elements, including modals, dropdowns, and custom controls:

• Are keyboard accessible
• Have proper ARIA attributes
• Manage focus appropriately
• Provide clear feedback for user actions
• Can be dismissed using the Escape key where appropriate

Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts, there may be some limitations to the accessibility of our website:

• Some user-generated content in community discussions may not meet accessibility standards
• Third-party embedded content (videos, social media) may have accessibility issues beyond our control
• Legacy content is being updated to meet current standards

We are actively working to address these limitations and improve accessibility across all areas of our platform.

Ongoing Improvements

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We regularly:

• Conduct accessibility audits and testing
• Review new features for accessibility before launch
• Train our team on accessibility best practices
• Update content and features based on user feedback
• Monitor changes to accessibility standards and guidelines
• Work with accessibility consultants and experts

Testing Methods

We test our website using a combination of:

• Automated accessibility testing tools
• Manual testing with keyboard navigation
• Screen reader testing
• Color contrast analysis
• User testing with people with disabilities

Third-Party Content

We use third-party services and content on our website. While we strive to ensure these meet accessibility standards, some third-party content may not be fully accessible. These services include:

• Payment processing (Stripe)
• Email communications (Resend)
• Authentication services (Supabase)
• Embedded videos and social media content

We work with our third-party vendors to ensure their services are accessible and will provide alternative methods of access where necessary.

Browser Compatibility

Our website is compatible with current and recent versions of major browsers:

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

For the best accessibility experience, we recommend using the latest version of your preferred browser with the latest assistive technology updates.

Feedback and Contact

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Brandhorse™. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers:

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 3 business days. Please include:

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

Alternative Access

If you are unable to access any content or use any features on our website due to accessibility barriers, please contact us. We will work with you to provide the information or functionality in an alternative format or manner that is accessible to you.

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concerns, you may file a formal complaint. We will investigate all formal complaints and respond within 10 business days.

Assessment and Compliance

This accessibility statement was last reviewed and updated in January 2025. We assess the accessibility of our website through:

• Self-evaluation using automated and manual testing
• Regular accessibility audits
• Ongoing monitoring and testing
• User feedback and testing

Updates to This Statement

We will update this accessibility statement as we make improvements to our website and as accessibility standards evolve. This statement was last updated on the date shown at the top of this page.