Moire is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply relevant accessibility standards.
1. Our Commitment
We believe that fashion design tools should be accessible to all creators, regardless of ability. We are committed to:
- Providing an accessible experience for all users
- Meeting or exceeding WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards
- Continuously improving accessibility based on user feedback
- Training our team on accessible design and development practices
2. Conformance Status
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) define requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility. We aim to conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA.
2.1 Current Status
- Target: WCAG 2.1 Level AA
- Current conformance: Partial conformance
- Last audit: [DATE]
- Next planned audit: [DATE]
2.2 Known Limitations
While we strive for full accessibility, some content may have limitations:
- AI-generated images: Automated alt text generation is in development; some images may lack descriptive text
- Complex visualizations: Some design previews may not be fully accessible to screen readers
- Third-party content: External embeds may not meet our accessibility standards
3. Accessibility Features
3.1 Visual Design
- High contrast: Our brutalist design uses pure black/white for maximum contrast (exceeds 7:1 ratio)
- Text sizing: All text can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality
- Color independence: Information is not conveyed by color alone
- Focus indicators: Visible focus states for keyboard navigation
3.2 Navigation
- Keyboard navigation: All interactive elements accessible via keyboard
- Skip links: Skip to main content functionality
- Logical tab order: Sequential focus navigation
- Consistent navigation: Predictable layout across pages
3.3 Content Structure
- Semantic HTML: Proper heading hierarchy and landmarks
- ARIA labels: Descriptive labels for interactive elements
- Form labels: All form inputs have associated labels
- Error identification: Clear error messages with suggestions
3.4 Media
- Alt text: Descriptive alternative text for images
- Captions: Video content includes captions (where applicable)
- No auto-play: Media does not auto-play with sound
4. Assistive Technology Support
Moire is designed to work with:
- Screen readers: VoiceOver (macOS/iOS), NVDA (Windows), JAWS, TalkBack (Android)
- Voice control: Dragon NaturallySpeaking, Voice Control (macOS/iOS)
- Magnification: ZoomText, built-in OS magnification
- Alternative input: Switch access, eye tracking devices
5. Browser Compatibility
For the best accessible experience, we recommend using current versions of:
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Apple Safari
- Microsoft Edge
6. Feedback and Contact
6.1 Report an Issue
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Moire. If you encounter barriers:
- Email: [ACCESSIBILITY_EMAIL]
- Subject line: "Accessibility Feedback"
- Response time: Within [5] business days
6.2 What to Include
When reporting an accessibility issue, please include:
- URL or page where you encountered the issue
- Description of the problem
- Assistive technology used (if applicable)
- Browser and operating system
- Steps to reproduce the issue
6.3 Alternative Formats
If you need information in an alternative format, please contact us. We will work with you to provide accessible alternatives where possible.
7. Continuous Improvement
Our ongoing accessibility efforts include:
- Regular audits: Quarterly automated and annual manual accessibility audits
- User testing: Testing with users who have disabilities
- Team training: Ongoing accessibility education for our team
- Design reviews: Accessibility review in our design process
- Development standards: Accessibility requirements in our code review process
8. Legal Compliance
We aim to comply with:
- WCAG 2.1: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines Level AA
- Section 508: US federal accessibility requirements
- EN 301 549: European accessibility standard
- ADA: Americans with Disabilities Act (Title III)
9. Third-Party Content
Some content on our platform comes from third parties and may not meet our accessibility standards. This includes:
- User-generated content and descriptions
- Third-party payment interfaces (Stripe)
- Social media embeds
We encourage third-party providers to improve their accessibility and choose accessible vendors where possible.
10. Updates to This Statement
This accessibility statement was last updated on [DATE]. We review and update this statement regularly as we improve our accessibility and address issues.