Adobe Accessibility Conformance Report
International Edition
(Based on VPAT® Version 2.4Rev)
Name of Product/Version:
November 2023
Product Description: Acrobat Sign provides the means to digitally send, route and track documents for signing providing a convenient, modern way to sign documents electronically.
Contact Information: access@adobe.com
Evaluation Methods Used: Product testing involved use of leading assistive technology, such as screen readers, screen magnifiers, and speech recognition software, as well use of the keyboard. Native platform accessibility features were also used to assist with testing. These were supplemented with techniques such as manual inspection of Accessibility API output.
Applicable Standards/Guidelines
This report covers the degree of conformance for the following accessibility standard/guidelines:
Standard/Guideline |
Included in Report |
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Level A (Yes) Level AA (Yes) Level AAA (No) |
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Level A (Yes) Level AA (Yes) Level AAA (No) |
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(Yes) |
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(Yes) |
Terms
The terms used in the Conformance Level information are defined as follows:
- Supports: The functionality of the product has at least one method that meets the criterion without known defects or meets with equivalent facilitation.
- Partially Supports: Some functionality of the product does not meet the criterion.
- Does Not Support: The majority of product functionality does not meet the criterion.
- Not Applicable: The criterion is not relevant to the product.
- Not Evaluated: The product has not been evaluated against the criterion. This can be used only in WCAG 2.1 Level AAA.
WCAG 2.1 Report
Tables 1 and 2 also document conformance with:
- EN 301 549: Chapter 9 - Web, Sections 10.1-10.4 of Chapter 10 - Non-Web documents, and Sections 11.1-11.4 and 11.8.2 of Chapter 11 - Non-Web Software (open and closed functionality), and Sections 12.1.2 and 12.2.4 of Chapter 12 – Documentation
- Revised Section 508: Chapter 5 – 501.1 Scope, 504.2 Content Creation or Editing, and Chapter 6 – 602.3 Electronic Support Documentation.
Note: When reporting on conformance with the WCAG 2.1 Success Criteria, the criteria are scoped for full pages, complete processes, and accessibility-supported ways of using technology as documented in the WCAG 2.1 Conformance Requirements.
Table 1: Success Criteria, Level A
Notes:
Guideline 1.1 Text Alternatives:
Provide text alternatives for any non-text content so that it can be changed into other forms people need, such as large print, braille, speech, symbols or simpler language.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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1.1.1 Non-text Content (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: The product provides sufficient text alternatives for most instances of informative and active images. Exceptions include (Desktop Web/Responsive Web Tablet/Responsive Web Mobile):
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Guideline 1.2 Time-based Media:
Provide alternatives for time-based media.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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1.2.1 Audio-only and Video-only (Prerecorded) (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not contain prerecorded audio-only or video-only media. |
1.2.2 Captions (Prerecorded) (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not contain prerecorded synchronized media. |
1.2.3 Audio Description or Media Alternative (Prerecorded) (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not contain prerecorded video content that would require audio description or a media alternative. |
Guideline 1.3 Adaptable:
Create content that can be presented in different ways (for example simpler layout) without losing information or structure.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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1.3.1 Info and Relationships (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most visual structure and relationship information is provided through element semantics or object information or are available in text. Exceptions include (Desktop Web/Responsive Web Tablet/Responsive Web Mobile): Visual list is not marked up as list in ‘Home page’ and ‘Reports’ screens. Exceptions include (Desktop Web):
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1.3.2 Meaningful Sequence (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most of the product content is presented in a meaningful sequence. Exception includes (Responsive Web Mobile):
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1.3.3 Sensory Characteristics (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: Instructions do not rely solely on sensory characteristics. |
Guideline 1.4 Distinguishable:
Make it easier for users to see and hear content including separating foreground from background.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
1.4.1 Use of Color (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most of the functions of the product do not convey information through color alone. Exceptions include (Desktop Web/Responsive Web Tablet/Responsive Web Mobile):
Exceptions include (Desktop Web):
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1.4.2 Audio Control (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not contain audio that plays automatically. |
Guideline 2.1 Keyboard Accessible:
Make all functionality available from a keyboard.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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2.1.1 Keyboard (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most product functionality can be operated through a keyboard interface. Exceptions include (Desktop Web/Responsive Web Tablet/Responsive Web Mobile):
Exceptions include (Desktop Web):
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2.1.2 No Keyboard Trap (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not include keyboard traps. |
2.1.4 Character Key Shortcuts (Level A 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not provide character key shortcuts. |
Guideline 2.2 Enough Time:
Provide users enough time to read and use content.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
2.2.1 Timing Adjustable (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: The product does not include functionality dependent on time limits. Exception includes (Desktop Web):
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2.2.2 Pause, Stop, Hide (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not include elements which move, blink, scroll, or auto-update. |
Guideline 2.3 Seizures:
Do not design content in a way that is known to cause seizures.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
2.3.1 Three Flashes or Below Threshold (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not contain flashing content. |
Guideline 2.4 Navigable:
Provide ways to help users navigate, find content, and determine where they are.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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2.4.1 Bypass Blocks (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The product provides a heading which allows users to bypass repeated blocks. |
2.4.2 Page Titled (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: The titles of most of the pages describe their purpose. Exceptions include (Desktop web):
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2.4.3 Focus Order (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most of the components receive the focus in a meaningful order. Exceptions include (Desktop Web/Responsive Web Tablet/Responsive Web Mobile):
Exceptions include (Desktop Web):
Exceptions include (Responsive Web Mobile):
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2.4.4 Link Purpose (In Context) (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The purpose of links in the product can be determined from the link text alone or from the programmatic context of the link. |
Guideline 2.5 Input Modalities:
Make it easier for users to operate functionality through various inputs beyond keyboard.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
2.5.1 Pointer Gestures (Level A 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not rely on multipoint or path-based gestures. |
2.5.2 Pointer Cancellation (Level A 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Supports |
Web: Product functions that use a single pointer are completed when the user releases the pointer. |
2.5.3 Label in Name (Level A 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: In most product functions, accessible names of controls contain the text of their visible labels. Exceptions include (Desktop Web/Responsive Web Tablet/Responsive Web Mobile):
Exceptions include (Desktop Web/Responsive Web Mobile):
Exceptions include (Desktop Web):
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2.5.4 Motion Actuation (Level A 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not have functionality operated by device motion or user motion. |
Guideline 3.1 Readable:
Make text content readable and understandable.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
3.1.1 Language of Page (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The language is programmatically determinable within the product. |
Guideline 3.2 Predictable:
Make Web pages appear and operate in predictable ways.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
3.2.1 On Focus (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: Components do not initiate a change of context when focused. |
3.2.2 On Input (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: Changes of context do not occur automatically on user input. |
Guideline 3.3 Input Assistance:
Help users avoid and correct mistakes.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
3.3.1 Error Identification (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: Input errors are identified and described to the users in text. |
3.3.2 Labels or Instructions (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Labels are provided for most of the input fields. Exceptions include (Desktop Web/Responsive Web Tablet/Responsive Web Mobile):
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Guideline 4.1 Compatible:
Maximize compatibility with current and future user agents, including assistive technologies.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
4.1.1 Parsing (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: For WCAG 2.0, 2.1, EN 301 549, and Revised 508 Standards, the September 2023 errata update indicates this criterion is always supported. See the WCAG 2.0 Editorial Errata and the WCAG 2.1 Editorial Errata. |
4.1.2 Name, Role, Value (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: User interface components at most of the places do not provide programmatic name, role, state, or value information. Exceptions include (Desktop Web/Responsive Web Tablet/Responsive Web Mobile):
Exceptions include (Desktop Web):
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Table 2: Success Criteria, Level AAA
Notes:
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
1.2.4 Captions (Live) (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not contain live synchronized media. |
1.2.5 Audio Description (Prerecorded) (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not contain prerecorded video content that would require audio description. |
1.3.4 Orientation (Level AA 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Supports |
Web: Content does not restrict its view and operation to a single display orientation. |
1.3.5 Identify Input Purpose (Level AA 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most input fields in the product do not collect information about the user. However, some input fields collect information about the user and do not programmatically convey their purpose. Exceptions include (Desktop Web):
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1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum) (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most text meets minimum contrast requirements. Exceptions include (Desktop Web/Responsive Web Tablet/Responsive Web Mobile):
Exceptions include (Desktop Web):
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1.4.4 Resize text (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially supports |
Web: Most text can be resized using browser zoom, but content and functionality is lost in some product functions. Exceptions include (Desktop Web):
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1.4.5 Images of Text (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: The product uses text instead of images of text, except for branding elements that are considered essential. Exceptions include (Desktop Web):
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1.4.10 Reflow (Level AA 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: At the required width of 320 CSS pixels, most content is presented without loss of information or functionality, and without requiring scrolling in two dimensions. Exceptions include (Desktop web):
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1.4.11 Non-text Contrast (Level AA 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most of the meaningful non-text content meets sufficient color contrast requirements. Exceptions include (Desktop Web/Responsive Web Tablet/Responsive Web Mobile):
Exceptions include (Desktop Web):
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1.4.12 Text Spacing (Level AA 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most functions of the product support the required text style properties without loss of content or functionality. Exceptions include (Desktop Web/Responsive Web Tablet/Responsive Web Mobile):
Exceptions include (Responsive Web Tablet/Responsive Web Mobile):
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1.4.13 Content on Hover or Focus (Level AA 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: In most of the product’s functionality, the additional content that is displayed on hover or focus is dismissible, hoverable or persistent. Exceptions include (Desktop Web):
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2.4.5 Multiple Ways (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: Users can locate web pages in the product through the header controls. |
2.4.6 Headings and Labels (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most of the Headings and labels are descriptive. Exceptions include (Desktop Web/Responsive Web Tablet/Responsive Web Mobile):
Exceptions include (Desktop Web):
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2.4.7 Focus Visible (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The keyboard focus indicator is visible by default. |
3.1.2 Language of Parts (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Changes of language for passages or phrases can be programmatically determined. Exceptions include (Desktop Web):
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3.2.3 Consistent Navigation (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: When navigational mechanisms are repeated in the product they occur in a consistent relative order. |
3.2.4 Consistent Identification (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: Components with the same functionality are identified consistently. |
3.3.3 Error Suggestion (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: Where input errors are automatically detected, suggestions for correction are provided to the user. |
3.3.4 Error Prevention (Legal, Financial, Data) (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
|
Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not process legal commitments or financial transactions and does not modify user-controllable data. |
4.1.3 Status Messages (Level AA 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: When status messages do not receive focus, the product does not provide the dynamic update to the assistive technology. Exceptions include (Desktop Web/Responsive Web Tablet/Responsive Web Mobile):
Exceptions include (Desktop Web):
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Table 3: Success Criteria, Level AAA
Notes: Not Applicable
Revised Section 508 Report
Notes:
Chapter 3: Functional Performance Criteria (FPC)
Notes:
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
302.1 Without Vision |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most functions of the product are usable without vision. Exceptions include:
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302.2 With Limited Vision |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most functions of the product are usable with limited vision. Exceptions include:
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302.3 Without Perception of Color |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most functions of the product are usable without perception of color. Exceptions include:
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302.4 Without Hearing |
Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not require the use of hearing. |
302.5 With Limited Hearing |
Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not require the use of hearing. |
302.6 Without Speech |
Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not require the use of speech. |
302.7 With Limited Manipulation |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Users with limited manipulation who use speech recognition or switch control software will not have difficulty navigating to most of the controls. Exceptions include:
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302.8 With Limited Reach and Strength |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Users with limited reach and strength will not have difficulty navigating to most of the controls. Exceptions include:
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302.9 With Limited Language, Cognitive, and Learning Abilities |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: The product is functional for users with limited language, cognitive, and learning abilities. Users with cognitive disabilities have varying needs for features that allow them to adapt content and work with assistive technology. The product provides labeling for most controls. Exceptions include:
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Chapter 4: Hardware
Notes: The ICT covered by this report is not hardware. As such, the requirements of this chapter do not apply.
Chapter 5: Software
Notes: Not Applicable
Chapter 6: Support Documentation and Services
Notes: Not Applicable
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
4.2.1 Usage without vision |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most functions of the product are usable without vision. Exceptions include:
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4.2.2 Usage with limited vision |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most functions of the product are usable with limited vision. Exceptions include:
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4.2.3 Usage without perception of colour |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most functions of the product are usable without perception of color. Exceptions include:
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4.2.4 Usage without hearing |
Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not require the use of hearing. |
4.2.5 Usage with limited hearing |
Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not require the use of hearing. |
4.2.6 Usage with no or limited vocal capability |
Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not require the use of speech. |
4.2.7 Usage with limited manipulation or strength |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Users with limited manipulation or strength who use speech recognition or switch control software will not have difficulty navigating to most of the controls. Exceptions include:
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4.2.8 Usage with limited reach |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Users with limited reach will not have difficulty navigating to most of the controls. Exceptions include:
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4.2.9 Minimize photosensitive seizure triggers |
Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not contain flashing content or media. |
4.2.10 Usage with limited cognition, language or learning |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: The product is functional for users with limited language, cognitive, and learning abilities. Users with cognitive disabilities have varying needs for features that allow them to adapt content and work with assistive technology. The product provides labeling for most controls.
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4.2.11 Privacy |
Web: Supports (Not Applicable) |
Web: The product does not provide any privacy features. |
Chapter 5: Generic Requirements
Notes:
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
5.1 Closed Functionality |
Heading cell – no response required |
Heading cell – no response required |
5.1.2 General |
Heading cell – no response required |
Heading cell – no response required |
5.1.2.1 Closed functionality |
See 5.2 through 13 |
See information in 5.2 through 13 |
5.1.2.2 Assistive technology |
See 5.1.3 through 5.1.6 |
See information in 5.1.3 through 5.1.6 |
5.1.3 Non-visual access |
Heading cell – no response required |
Heading cell – no response required |
5.1.3.1 Audio output of visual information |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.1.3.2 Auditory output delivery including speech |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.1.3.3 Auditory output correlation |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.1.3.4 Speech output user control |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.1.3.5 Speech output automatic interruption |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.1.3.6 Speech output for non-text content |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.1.3.7 Speech output for video information |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.1.3.8 Masked entry |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.1.3.9 Private access to personal data |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.1.3.10 Non-interfering audio output |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.1.3.11 Private listening volume |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.1.3.12 Speaker volume |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.1.3.13 Volume reset |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.1.3.14 Spoken languages |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.1.3.15 Non-visual error identification |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.1.3.16 Receipts, tickets, and transactional outputs |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.1.4 Functionality closed to text enlargement |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.1.5 Visual output for auditory information |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.1.6 Operation without keyboard interface |
Heading cell – no response required |
Heading cell – no response required |
5.1.6.1 Closed functionality |
See 5.1.3.1 through 5.1.3.16 |
See information in 5.1.3.1 through 5.1.3.16 |
5.1.6.2 Input focus |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have closed functionality. |
5.2 Activation of accessibility features |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have specific documented accessibility features that allow preferences to be set for accessibility. |
5.3 Biometrics |
Not Applicable |
Biometrics is not included in the product. |
5.4 Preservation of accessibility information during conversion |
Not Applicable |
The product does not convert content. |
5.5 Operable parts |
Heading cell – no response required |
Heading cell – no response required |
5.5.1 Means of operation |
Not Applicable |
The product has only non-mechanical operable parts, such as on-screen buttons, which do not require grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate. |
5.5.2 Operable parts discernibility |
Not Applicable |
The product has only non-mechanical operable parts, such as on-screen buttons. Most operable parts have an accessible name which enables them to be discernible without user vision. Exceptions are noted in 1.3.1 Info and Relationships, 2.4.6 Headings and Labels and 4.1.2 Name, Role, Value. |
5.6 Locking or toggle controls |
Heading cell – no response required |
Heading cell – no response required |
5.6.1 Tactile or auditory status |
Not Applicable |
Tactile or auditory status is not included in the product. |
5.6.2 Visual status |
Supports |
Visual status of controls is discernable in the product. |
5.7 Key repeat |
Not Applicable |
Key repeat functionality is not found in the product. |
5.8 Double-strike key acceptance |
Not Applicable |
Double -strike key acceptance is not found in the product. |
5.9 Simultaneous user actions |
Not Applicable |
The product does not require simultaneous user actions to achieve any functionality. |
Chapter 6: ICT with Two-Way Voice Communication
Notes: Not Applicable
Chapter 7: ICT with Video Capabilities
Notes: Not Applicable
Chapter 8: Hardware
Notes: The ICT covered by this report is not hardware. As such, the requirements of this chapter do not apply.
Chapter 9: Web
Notes: See WCAG 2.1 section
Chapter 10: Non-Web Documents
Notes: Not Applicable
Chapter 11: Software
Notes: Not Applicable
Chapter 12: Documentation and Support Services
Notes: Not Applicable
Chapter 13: ICT Providing Relay or Emergency Service Access
Notes: Not Applicable