Accessibility Statement

Last updated: 10/23/2025

Our Commitment

HomeLens is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply the relevant accessibility standards to make our website as inclusive as possible.

Accessibility Standards

We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA level. These guidelines help make web content more accessible to people with disabilities and user-friendly for everyone.

WCAG 2.1 AA Guidelines: Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, and Robust content that works across different assistive technologies.

Accessibility Features

Visual Accessibility

  • High contrast color schemes for better visibility
  • Scalable text that can be enlarged up to 200% without loss of functionality
  • Clear typography with good spacing and readability
  • Alternative text for images and visual elements

Navigation & Interaction

  • Keyboard navigation support for all interactive elements
  • Clear focus indicators for keyboard users
  • Logical tab order through all page elements
  • Skip links for efficient navigation

Content & Structure

  • Semantic HTML structure for screen readers
  • Clear headings hierarchy (H1, H2, H3, etc.)
  • Descriptive link text and button labels
  • Form labels and instructions for all inputs

Assistive Technology Support

Our website is designed to work with a variety of assistive technologies:

Screen Readers

Compatible with NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, and other screen reading software

Voice Control

Works with voice control software like Dragon NaturallySpeaking

Magnification

Compatible with browser zoom and screen magnification tools

Switch Navigation

Supports switch control and other alternative input methods

Browser Compatibility

Our website is tested and optimized for accessibility across major browsers:

  • Google Chrome (latest versions)
  • Mozilla Firefox (latest versions)
  • Microsoft Edge (latest versions)
  • Safari (latest versions)

Known Limitations

While we strive to ensure accessibility, we acknowledge that some areas may have limitations:

  • Third-party content or widgets may not be fully accessible
  • Some interactive elements may require mouse interaction for optimal experience
  • Older browser versions may have limited accessibility support

Feedback & Support

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of HomeLens. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

Email

accessibility@homelens.co.uk

Ongoing Improvements

We are committed to continuous improvement of our accessibility features. This includes regular accessibility audits, user testing with people with disabilities, and implementing the latest accessibility best practices. We review and update this accessibility statement regularly to reflect our current accessibility status and improvements.