1. Our Commitment to Accessibility

CognAgentAI 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 information and functionality for all users.

We believe that everyone should have access to effective business communication tools, regardless of their abilities or disabilities. This accessibility statement outlines our efforts and ongoing commitment to making our service accessible to all users.

2. Accessibility Standards

WCAG 2.1 Compliance

Our website and service aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible to people with disabilities and benefit all users.

P

Perceivable

Information and UI components are presentable to users in ways they can perceive

O

Operable

UI components and navigation are operable by all users

U

Understandable

Information and UI operation are understandable to users

R

Robust

Content is robust enough for interpretation by a variety of user agents

✓ Current Compliance Status

  • WCAG 2.1 Level A - Fully compliant
  • WCAG 2.1 Level AA - Substantially compliant
  • Section 508 - Substantially compliant
  • ADA compliance - In progress
  • EN 301 549 - Substantially compliant

⚠ Areas for Improvement

  • Mobile accessibility optimization
  • Enhanced keyboard navigation
  • Additional screen reader testing
  • Color contrast improvements
  • Voice control compatibility

3. Accessibility Features

Visual Accessibility

Color and Contrast

  • High contrast color scheme
  • WCAG AA compliant color ratios (4.5:1)
  • No reliance on color alone for meaning
  • Dark mode option available
  • Customizable theme preferences

Typography and Layout

  • Scalable fonts up to 200% zoom
  • Clear, readable font families
  • Adequate line spacing and margins
  • Consistent visual hierarchy
  • Responsive design for all screen sizes

Keyboard and Navigation

Keyboard Support

  • Full keyboard navigation support
  • Visible focus indicators
  • Logical tab order throughout interface
  • Standard keyboard shortcuts
  • No keyboard traps

Navigation Features

  • Skip to main content links
  • Breadcrumb navigation
  • Consistent navigation structure
  • Clear page titles and headings
  • Search functionality with suggestions

Screen Reader Support

Semantic HTML

  • Proper heading structure (H1-H6)
  • Semantic landmarks and regions
  • Form labels and descriptions
  • List markup for grouped content

ARIA Attributes

  • ARIA labels for complex controls
  • Role attributes for custom elements
  • Live regions for dynamic content
  • State and property announcements

Alternative Content

  • Alt text for all images
  • Transcripts for audio content
  • Captions for video content
  • Text alternatives for icons

Mobile Accessibility

Touch Interface

  • Minimum 44px touch targets
  • Adequate spacing between interactive elements
  • Gesture alternatives for all interactions
  • No time-sensitive gestures required

Mobile Screen Readers

  • VoiceOver (iOS) compatibility
  • TalkBack (Android) compatibility
  • Voice Control support
  • Switch Control accessibility

4. Supported Assistive Technologies

Desktop Support

Screen Readers

  • NVDA: Fully supported on Windows
  • JAWS: Supported with latest versions
  • VoiceOver: Fully supported on macOS
  • ORCA: Basic support on Linux

Other Tools

  • Dragon NaturallySpeaking (voice control)
  • Windows Magnifier
  • macOS Zoom and VoiceOver
  • Browser zoom up to 400%

Mobile Support

iOS Accessibility

  • VoiceOver: Full screen reader support
  • Voice Control: Hands-free navigation
  • Switch Control: External switch support
  • Zoom: Screen magnification

Android Accessibility

  • TalkBack: Google's screen reader
  • Voice Access: Voice control navigation
  • Select to Speak: Text-to-speech support
  • Magnification: Screen zoom features

Browser Compatibility

Our accessibility features are tested and supported on:

Chrome
Version 90+
Firefox
Version 88+
Safari
Version 14+
Edge
Version 90+

5. Known Limitations

Current Accessibility Challenges

We are transparent about areas where our accessibility can be improved. We are actively working to address these limitations:

Technical Limitations

  • Some third-party integrations may not be fully accessible
  • Complex data visualizations need alternative formats
  • Real-time updates may not always announce properly
  • PDF exports may not be screen reader optimized
  • Some older browser versions have limited support

Areas of Improvement

  • Enhanced mobile keyboard navigation
  • Better support for high contrast modes
  • Improved focus management in modals
  • More descriptive error messages
  • Additional customization options

Workarounds Available

For current limitations, we provide alternative access methods:

  • Alternative text formats for complex visualizations
  • Keyboard shortcuts for mouse-dependent actions
  • Customer support assistance for inaccessible features
  • Custom accessibility configurations upon request

6. Testing and Quality Assurance

Regular Testing Procedures

Automated Testing

  • Daily accessibility scans
  • WCAG compliance checks
  • Color contrast validation
  • Keyboard navigation tests
  • HTML validation

Manual Testing

  • Screen reader navigation
  • Keyboard-only usage
  • Voice control testing
  • Mobile accessibility checks
  • High contrast mode testing

User Testing

  • Testing with disability communities
  • Assistive technology user feedback
  • Usability studies
  • Beta testing programs
  • Accessibility audits

External Audits and Certifications

Third-Party Audits

  • Annual accessibility audit by certified professionals
  • WCAG 2.1 compliance assessment
  • Assistive technology compatibility review
  • Mobile accessibility evaluation

Certifications and Standards

  • WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance certificate
  • Section 508 conformance validation
  • EN 301 549 compliance assessment
  • ADA compliance documentation

7. Ongoing Improvements

Recent Improvements (2025)

  • Enhanced keyboard navigation throughout dashboard
  • Improved screen reader announcements for dynamic content
  • Better color contrast ratios across all interfaces
  • Added skip links and navigation landmarks
  • Mobile accessibility improvements
  • Voice control compatibility enhancements
  • High contrast mode optimizations
  • Alternative text improvements for all graphics

Planned Improvements (2025-2026)

Q3-Q4 2025

  • Advanced personalization options
  • Enhanced mobile app accessibility
  • Voice user interface development
  • Improved error handling and messages

Q1-Q2 2026

  • AI-powered accessibility features
  • Advanced customization controls
  • Multi-language accessibility support
  • Integration with emerging assistive technologies

Accessibility Team

Our dedicated accessibility team includes:

  • Accessibility Coordinator: Oversees compliance and improvements
  • UX Designers: Focus on accessible design principles
  • Frontend Developers: Implement accessible code practices
  • QA Testers: Perform regular accessibility testing
  • Community Liaisons: Work with disability advocacy groups

8. Feedback and Support

Report Accessibility Issues

If you encounter accessibility barriers while using our service, please let us know:

Email: accessibility@cognagentai.com

Phone: 1-800-COGNAGENT (TTY available)

Response Time: Within 24 hours

Resolution Goal: Within 5 business days

When reporting issues, please include your browser, assistive technology, and a detailed description of the problem.

Accessibility Support

We provide specialized support for users with accessibility needs:

  • Priority technical support
  • Custom accessibility configurations
  • Alternative format documentation
  • One-on-one training sessions
  • Assistive technology compatibility help
  • Alternative access methods

Accessibility support is provided at no additional cost to all users.

Feedback and Suggestions

We welcome your feedback and suggestions for improving accessibility:

User Advisory Group

Join our accessibility advisory group to provide ongoing feedback

Feature Requests

Submit accessibility feature requests through our feedback portal

Beta Testing

Participate in beta testing for new accessibility features

9. Legal Compliance

Applicable Laws and Standards

United States

  • ADA: Americans with Disabilities Act compliance
  • Section 508: Rehabilitation Act requirements
  • State Laws: California Unruh Act and similar

International

  • EN 301 549: European accessibility standard
  • AODA: Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act
  • DDA: Disability Discrimination Act (Australia)

Compliance Documentation

We maintain documentation of our accessibility compliance efforts:

  • WCAG 2.1 conformance reports
  • Section 508 compliance documentation
  • Accessibility testing reports
  • Third-party audit results
  • Remediation plans and timelines
  • User feedback and resolution tracking

Compliance documentation is available upon request for enterprise customers and legal requirements.

10. Contact Information

Accessibility Team

Email: accessibility@cognagentai.com

Phone: 1-800-COGNAGENT

TTY: 1-800-555-0199

Response Time: 24 hours maximum

Available: Monday-Friday, 9 AM - 6 PM EST

Alternative Contact Methods

Live Chat: Accessible through screen readers

Video Relay: ASL interpretation available

Mail: 123 Innovation Drive, Suite 400, Austin, TX 78701

Fax: 1-800-555-0299

Emergency: 24/7 accessibility support hotline

Statement Updates

This accessibility statement is reviewed and updated regularly to reflect our ongoing improvements and compliance efforts.

Last Updated: August 24, 2025

Next Review: November 24, 2025

Version: 2.1

Approval: CognAgentAI Accessibility Team

Questions About Our Policies?

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