Accessibility Statement

Last updated: July 2025

At The Tidepool, we are deeply committed to ensuring our website is accessible and usable for everyone, with a particular focus on people with disabilities. We strive to provide an inclusive digital experience by adhering to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. Our goal is to make our platform a welcoming and navigable space for all users, regardless of their abilities or the assistive technologies they rely on.

Our Commitment and Current Efforts

We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of The Tidepool. Our ongoing efforts include:

  • Regular Audits and Reviews: We regularly conduct internal and external accessibility assessments and reviews of our website design and content to identify and address potential barriers.

  • Adherence to Standards: Our development and design teams are guided by WCAG 2.1 Level AA principles to ensure features like keyboard navigation, sufficient color contrast, clear headings, and descriptive alternative text for images are implemented.

  • Inclusive Design Practices: We integrate accessibility best practices into our development lifecycle and encourage user input to help us refine and enhance our digital experience.

  • Third-Party Accessibility: While we strive for accessibility across our entire platform, we also work to ensure any third-party tools or content integrated into our site are as accessible as possible.

Known Limitations and Ongoing Improvements

While we are dedicated to achieving full accessibility, some parts of our website may not yet entirely meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. This can be due to:

  • Dynamic Content: The evolving nature of user-generated content and integrated third-party features can sometimes present unique accessibility challenges.

  • Technical Constraints: Some legacy components or technical complexities may require ongoing development to meet the latest accessibility requirements.

We are actively working to address these limitations and are committed to making continuous improvements as technology advances and resources allow. Our aim is to provide the most inclusive experience possible.

Your Feedback Matters

Your feedback is invaluable in our mission to create a truly accessible platform. If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using The Tidepool, or if you have suggestions on how we can improve your experience, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

You can contact us directly at: [email protected].

We take all accessibility concerns seriously and are dedicated to addressing them promptly to enhance your ability to navigate, understand, and interact with our site.