Accessibility
Our Commitment to Inclusivity
At Hafız Kerim 1856, we believe that the splendor of Ottoman confectionery should be accessible to everyone. We are committed to ensuring that our website and digital services are accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We continually strive to improve the user experience for all visitors.
1. Our Accessibility Goals
We are dedicated to conforming to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at Level AA. These guidelines provide a framework for making web content more accessible to people with a range of disabilities, including:
- Visual impairments, including blindness and low vision
- Hearing impairments, including deafness
- Motor disabilities and limited dexterity
- Cognitive and learning disabilities
2. Accessibility Features
Our website incorporates the following accessibility features:
Keyboard Navigation
All interactive elements on our website can be accessed and operated using a keyboard alone, without requiring a mouse or other pointing device.
Alternative Text
All meaningful images on our website include descriptive alternative text (alt text) to ensure that screen reader users can understand the content conveyed by images.
Semantic HTML
We use proper HTML semantic elements and ARIA labels to ensure our content is properly structured and navigable by assistive technologies.
Color Contrast
We strive to maintain sufficient color contrast ratios throughout our website to ensure text and interactive elements are readable for users with low vision or color blindness.
Responsive Design
Our website adapts to different screen sizes and devices, ensuring a consistent experience whether accessed from a desktop computer, tablet, or mobile phone.
3. Assistive Technology Compatibility
Our website is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:
- Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
- Screen magnification software
- Voice recognition software (Dragon NaturallySpeaking)
- Keyboard-only navigation
4. Ongoing Efforts
We view accessibility as an ongoing effort and are continually working to improve our website's accessibility. Our efforts include:
- Regular accessibility audits and testing with assistive technologies
- Staff training on accessibility best practices
- Incorporating accessibility considerations into our design and development processes
- Responding to user feedback regarding accessibility barriers
5. Known Limitations
While we strive for full accessibility, some content or features may have limitations. We are actively working to address the following areas:
- Some older product images may lack detailed alternative text descriptions
- Third-party content or plugins may not fully meet accessibility standards
- Some PDF documents may not be fully accessible to screen readers
We are committed to resolving these issues and welcome your feedback to help us improve.
6. Feedback & Contact
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us. We take all feedback seriously and will do our best to respond within 3 business days.