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At Polartec (www.polartec.com), we are dedicated to providing a digitally accessible experience for all users, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to ensure that our website meets the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA standards and follows best practices to improve usability for everyone.
Our Commitment to Accessibility
Polartec is committed to creating an inclusive and user-friendly digital experience. To support accessibility on Polartec.com, we:
Feedback & Contact Information
If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please get in touch with us at [email protected] or fill out the form below. Your feedback is valuable in helping us create a more inclusive experience for all users.
Notes
This Accessibility Conformance Report is based on an audit performed on key user-facing pages and interactions within Polartec.com.
When issues related to a Success Criterion impact usability, explanations, and remarks have been provided to describe the extent of the issue and any known workarounds.
The following pages and interactions were evaluated as part of this audit:
Testing focused on ensuring accessibility for all users, including those using assistive technologies such as screen readers, keyboard navigation, and alternative input devices. No third-party plugins or integrations beyond the core website functionality were included in the scope of this evaluation.
Evaluation Methods Used
A representative sampling approach was used to ensure efficient testing of similar page structures. For example, one product page was tested as a representative sample for all product listings, and one login screen was tested for authentication-related accessibility.
Each page was broken down into its key components, and various states (e.g., error messages, modal interactions, dynamic content updates) were analyzed.
Testing methods included:
Additional testing was conducted for WCAG 2.2 AA Success Criteria not yet covered in automated tools.
Applicable Standards/Guidelines
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) define requirements for improving accessibility. These guidelines have three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA. Polartec.com is partially conformant with WCAG 2.2 Level AA, meaning that while most of our content meets accessibility standards, some areas may still require improvement.
This report evaluates conformance with the following accessibility standards:
Level A (Yes)
Level AA (Yes)
Level AAA (No)
Compatibility with Browsers & Assistive Technologies
Polartec.com is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:
Polartec.com may not be fully compatible with:
Technical Specifications
The accessibility of Polartec.com relies on the following technologies:
These technologies ensure compatibility with various assistive tools.
Limitations & Alternatives
Despite our best efforts, some accessibility limitations may exist. Below are known limitations and solutions:
If you encounter an issue not listed above, please reach out to us.
Terms
The terms used in the Conformance Level information are defined as follows:
1 Perceivable
1.1 Text Alternatives
Result: Passed
All non-text content, such as images and icons, includes appropriate alternative text for screen reader users. Decorative images are correctly marked to be ignored.
1.2 Time-based Media
Result: Not present
Prerecorded audio-only and video-only content is missing text-based alternatives
All prerecorded videos include synchronized captions that accurately reflect spoken dialogue and important audio cues.
Prerecorded videos do not include audio descriptions or a media alternative for users who are blind or have low vision.
Live video content includes captions that make the content accessible to users who are deaf or hard of hearing.
No audio descriptions are provided for visual content that conveys important information in prerecorded videos.
1.3 Adaptable
Semantics and structure are conveyed programmatically using proper HTML elements and ARIA attributes.
Content is presented in a logical reading order, ensuring accessibility when using assistive technologies.
Instructions do not rely solely on shape, size, color, or sound to convey meaning.
Content is operable in both portrait and landscape orientations without loss of functionality.
Input fields use correct autocomplete attributes, helping users with cognitive disabilities or using password managers.
1.4 Distinguishable
Color is not used as the sole means of conveying information.
Audio that plays automatically includes controls to pause or stop the sound.
Text and background color combinations meet minimum contrast requirements for readability.
Content remains readable and functional when text size is increased up to 200%.
Images of text are avoided unless essential; text is presented using real text where possible.
Content reflows appropriately when zoomed or resized, ensuring usability without horizontal scrolling.
Visual elements such as icons and focus indicators meet contrast requirements.
The design does not prevent the user from overriding text spacing properties for readability.
Any additional content that appears on hover or focus is dismissible, hoverable, and persistent.
2 Operable
2.1 Keyboard Accessible
All functionality is accessible via keyboard alone, without requiring mouse input.
Users can navigate freely using the keyboard and are not trapped in any component.
No character key shortcuts are present that would conflict with screen reader or keyboard functionality.
2.2 Enough Time
Time limits, if applicable, are not user-adjustable, potentially impacting users who need more time.
There is no mechanism to pause, stop, or hide moving, blinking, or auto-updating content if present.
2.3 Seizures and Physical Reactions
No content flashes more than three times in a second, minimizing seizure risk.
2.4 Navigable
Mechanisms like skip links are present to allow users to bypass repeated content.
Pages have meaningful and descriptive titles that aid in orientation.
Focusable elements receive focus in a logical order consistent with the visual layout.
Link text is descriptive and meaningful even when taken out of context.
More than one way is provided to locate a web page within the site.
Headings and labels are descriptive and help users understand the purpose of content.
A visible indicator is present when elements receive focus.
Focus indicators are not hidden or obscured by other elements.
2.5 Input Modalities
All functionality can be operated using simple gestures, with no need for complex or multipoint gestures.
Actions initiated by pointer input can be aborted before completion, minimizing accidental activation.
The accessible name for UI elements matches visible labels, ensuring compatibility with voice control.
Functionality is not reliant on motion-based gestures and includes alternatives.
No dragging interactions were observed that would require alternatives for users with limited mobility.
Clickable elements meet minimum size requirements, aiding users with limited motor control.
3 Understandable
3.1 Readable
The page language is correctly declared in the HTML, aiding screen reader users.
Changes in language within the content are correctly identified for assistive technology.
3.2 Predictable
No unexpected context changes occur when elements receive focus.
Changes in input fields do not result in unexpected changes to the page context.
Navigation elements appear in consistent locations across pages.
UI components that appear multiple times are consistently identified.
There is no clear help mechanism or support consistently available across the site.
3.3 Input Assistance
Result: Cannot tell
Forms could not be fully tested; unclear if error messages are provided when validation fails.
Input fields include appropriate labels or instructions to guide user input.
When input errors are detected, suggestions are provided to correct them.
No mechanisms were observed to prevent errors in sensitive transactions.
No features are present to prevent users from re-entering previously provided information.
Authentication does not rely on cognitive tests like puzzles and supports password managers.
4 Robust
4.1 Compatible
UI components have programmatically determined names, roles, and states for assistive technologies.
Status messages are announced by screen readers without requiring focus.
We are committed to making our website accessible to all users. Please provide feedback on how we can improve.