Accessibility Statement

Ciphemic is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply relevant accessibility standards.

Last Updated: October 10, 2025
WCAG 2.1 Level AA Compliant
Last Updated: October 10, 2025

Our Commitment

Ciphemic is committed to ensuring that our website and services are accessible to all people, including those with disabilities. We believe that everyone should have equal access to educational technology and STEM learning resources.

Accessibility Mission

We strive to make STEM education accessible to every student, regardless of their abilities or disabilities. Digital accessibility is not just a compliance requirement—it's fundamental to our mission of inclusive education.

We are actively working to increase the accessibility and usability of our website and services, and in doing so adhere to many of the available standards and guidelines.

Standards & Guidelines

This website endeavors to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities, and user-friendly for everyone.

Compliance Standards:

  • WCAG 2.1 Level AA: Our primary accessibility standard
  • Section 508: U.S. federal accessibility standards
  • EN 301 549: European accessibility standards
  • ADA Title III: Americans with Disabilities Act compliance

Accessibility Features

Our website and CodersPride platform include the following accessibility features:

Keyboard Navigation

Full keyboard accessibility with logical tab order and visible focus indicators.

Screen Reader Support

Compatible with JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, and other screen readers.

Resizable Text

Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of content or functionality.

High Contrast

Sufficient color contrast ratios for better readability.

Captions & Transcripts

Video content includes captions and text transcripts.

Clear Typography

Readable fonts, appropriate sizing, and proper line spacing.

Alt Text

Descriptive alternative text for all meaningful images.

Semantic HTML

Proper heading structure and ARIA landmarks for navigation.

Keyboard Navigation

All functionality on our website is available using keyboard navigation. You can navigate through our site using the following keyboard shortcuts:

  • Tab: Move forward through interactive elements
  • Shift + Tab: Move backward through interactive elements
  • Enter or Spacebar: Activate buttons and links
  • Arrow Keys: Navigate within menus and interactive components
  • Escape: Close modals and dropdown menus

Focus Indicators

All interactive elements have visible focus indicators, making it easy to see which element currently has keyboard focus.

Screen Reader Support

Our website is designed to work seamlessly with screen readers. We implement the following practices:

  • Proper heading hierarchy (H1, H2, H3, etc.)
  • Descriptive link text that makes sense out of context
  • ARIA labels for complex interactive elements
  • Skip navigation links to bypass repetitive content
  • Landmark regions (header, navigation, main, footer)
  • Form labels explicitly associated with input fields
  • Error messages and validation feedback

Tested Screen Readers:

  • JAWS (Windows) - Job Access With Speech
  • NVDA (Windows) - NonVisual Desktop Access
  • VoiceOver (macOS, iOS) - Apple's built-in screen reader
  • TalkBack (Android) - Google's screen reader
  • Narrator (Windows) - Microsoft's screen reader

Visual Accessibility

Color Contrast

We ensure that all text and interactive elements meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA contrast requirements:

  • Normal text: Minimum contrast ratio of 4.5:1
  • Large text (18pt+ or 14pt+ bold): Minimum contrast ratio of 3:1
  • User interface components: Minimum contrast ratio of 3:1

Text Sizing and Spacing

  • Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of content
  • Adequate line height (at least 1.5x font size)
  • Paragraph spacing (at least 2x font size)
  • Letter spacing adjustable without breaking layout

Color Independence

We don't rely solely on color to convey information. Visual cues are always accompanied by text labels, icons, or patterns.

Multimedia Accessibility

Video Content

  • Captions: All videos include synchronized captions
  • Transcripts: Full text transcripts available for all video content
  • Audio Descriptions: Available for videos with important visual information
  • Controls: Accessible play/pause, volume, and fullscreen controls

Audio Content

  • Text transcripts for all audio-only content
  • Accessible audio player controls
  • Visual indicators for audio playing/paused status

Mobile Accessibility

The CodersPride mobile app and responsive website include:

  • Touch targets at least 44x44 pixels for easy interaction
  • Support for device orientation (portrait and landscape)
  • Compatibility with mobile screen readers (TalkBack, VoiceOver)
  • Pinch-to-zoom functionality enabled
  • Responsive design that adapts to different screen sizes
  • No reliance on device motion or orientation

Testing & Evaluation

We regularly test our website and services for accessibility compliance using:

Automated Testing Tools:

  • WAVE (Web Accessibility Evaluation Tool)
  • Axe DevTools
  • Lighthouse Accessibility Audits
  • Pa11y

Manual Testing:

  • Keyboard-only navigation testing
  • Screen reader testing with multiple platforms
  • Color contrast analysis
  • User testing with people with disabilities

Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts, there may be some limitations to accessibility on our website. We are aware of the following issues and are actively working to address them:

  • Third-Party Content: Some embedded content from third-party providers may not be fully accessible
  • PDF Documents: Some older PDF resources may not be fully accessible; we're working to remediate them
  • Complex Interactions: Some advanced coding features may require additional navigation steps with assistive technology
  • Legacy Content: Content created before our accessibility standards may be in the process of remediation

Continuous Improvement

We're actively working to address these limitations and improve accessibility across all our platforms. If you encounter specific issues, please let us know so we can prioritize fixes.

Ongoing Improvements

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. Our roadmap includes:

Short-Term Goals (Next 3 Months):

  • Complete remediation of all PDF resources
  • Add keyboard shortcuts guide
  • Improve form error messaging
  • Enhance mobile app accessibility features

Medium-Term Goals (3-6 Months):

  • Implement customizable color themes
  • Add preference settings for reduced motion
  • Expand audio description availability
  • Conduct comprehensive accessibility audit

Long-Term Goals (6-12 Months):

  • Achieve WCAG 2.2 Level AAA compliance where possible
  • Develop accessibility-first design system
  • Create accessibility training for content creators
  • Establish accessibility advisory board

Feedback & Support

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Ciphemic's website and services. If you encounter accessibility barriers, please let us know so we can work to address them.

We Want to Hear From You

Your feedback helps us identify issues we may have missed and prioritize improvements. We typically respond to accessibility inquiries within 2 business days.

When Providing Feedback, Please Include:

  • The URL or page where you encountered the issue
  • A description of the problem
  • The assistive technology you were using (if applicable)
  • Your browser and operating system
  • Any error messages you received

Alternative Formats

If you need content in an alternative format (large print, audio, accessible electronic format), please contact us. We'll work with you to provide the information in a format that meets your needs.

Contact Us About Accessibility

We are committed to resolving accessibility issues promptly. Please reach out to us:

Accessibility Support Team

Email: accessibility@ciphemic.com
Phone: +91 92797 88874
Response Time: Within 2 business days

Ciphemic Technologies Private Limited
Ward no.3, Dhamdaha middle, Dhamdaha
Purnia, Select 854205
India

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Formal Complaints

If you're not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern, you have the right to file a complaint with:

  • U.S. Department of Justice: ADA.gov
  • Web Accessibility Initiative: W3C WAI

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Our Promise

Ciphemic is committed to digital accessibility. We recognize that accessibility is an ongoing journey, not a destination. We're dedicated to continuously improving the accessibility of our website and services to ensure that all users, regardless of ability, can access quality STEM education.

Thank you for helping us create a more inclusive learning environment for everyone.