Adobe Accessibility Conformance Report
(Based on VPAT® Version 2.4)
(Based on VPAT® Version 2.4)
Name of Product/Version: Adobe Fonts
Report Date: December 2022
Product Description: Adobe Fonts is a collection of fonts available through Adobe’s cloud services. Creative Cloud users can visit fonts.adobe.com to select fonts to activate on their desktop or use on a website.
Contact information: access@adobe.com
Notes: The information contained in this report applies to the product itself. Information about product help and support documentation is located at: http://www.adobe.com/accessibility/compliance.html.
Evaluation Methods Used: Testing Adobe Fonts involved extensive use of leading assistive technology, such as screen readers, screen magnifiers, and speech recognition software, as well exclusive 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.
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) |
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Level A (Yes) |
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(Yes) |
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(Yes) |
The terms used in the Conformance Level information are defined as follows:
This section also document conformance with:
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.
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 images. Exceptions include:
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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 |
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 |
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 |
Web: The product does not contain prerecorded video content that would require audio description or a media alternative. |
1.2.4 Captions (Live) (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
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 |
Web: The product does not contain prerecorded video content that would require audio description. |
Create content that can be presented in different ways (for example simpler layout) without losing information or structure.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
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. Exceptions include:
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1.3.2 Meaningful Sequence (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The product presents content in a meaningful sequence. |
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. |
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: Supports |
Web: The product does not contain input fields that collect information about the user. |
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 functions of the product do not convey information through color alone. Exceptions include:
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1.4.2 Audio Control (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not contain audio that plays automatically. |
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:
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1.4.4 Resize text (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The product allows browser zoom to resize text up to 200 percent without loss of content or functionality. |
1.4.5 Images of Text (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The product uses text instead of images of text, except for branding elements that are considered essential. |
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:
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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 meaningful non-text content elements have sufficient contrast. Exceptions include:
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1.4.12 Text Spacing (Level AA 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product supports the required text style properties without loss of content or functionality. |
1.4.13 Content on Hover or Focus (Level AA 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Supports |
Web: When content is triggered by hover or focus, it becomes visible and then hidden in a manner which meets this criterion. |
Make all functionality available from a keyboard.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
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:
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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 |
Web: The product does not provide character key shortcuts. |
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: Supports |
Web: The product does not include time limits. |
2.2.2 Pause, Stop, Hide (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not include elements which move, blink, scroll, or auto-update. |
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 |
Web: The product does not contain flashing content. |
Provide ways to help users navigate, find content, and determine where they are.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
2.4.1 Bypass Blocks (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: The product provides a heading structure, which allows assistive technology users to bypass repeated blocks, such as the main navigation. However, for users without assistive technology, a bypass mechanism is not provided. |
2.4.2 Page Titled (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The titles of pages describe their purpose. |
2.4.3 Focus Order (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: Components receive focus in a meaningful order. |
2.4.4 Link Purpose (In Context) (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: The purpose of most links in the product can be determined from the link text alone or from the programmatic context of the link. Exceptions include:
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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 header and footer navigation, and search. |
2.4.6 Headings and Labels (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most headings and labels are descriptive. Exceptions include:
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2.4.7 Focus Visible (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most focusable elements have a visible keyboard focus indicator. Exceptions include:
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Make it easier for users to operate functionality through various inputs beyond keyboard.
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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2.5.1 Pointer Gestures (Level A 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Supports |
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 and allow the user to cancel the pointer action before completing the pointer click. |
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:
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2.5.4 Motion Actuation (Level A 2.1 only)
Revised Section 508 – Does not apply |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not have functionality operated by device motion or user motion. |
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. |
3.1.2 Language of Parts (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Does Not Support |
Web: Changes of language for passages or phrases cannot be programmatically determined. |
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. |
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, such as the header navigation, 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. |
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: The product does not detect input errors. |
3.3.2 Labels or Instructions (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: Labels are provided for input fields. |
3.3.3 Error Suggestion (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not detect input errors that are displayed to users. |
3.3.4 Error Prevention (Legal, Financial, Data) (Level AA)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not process legal commitments or financial transactions and does not modify user-controllable data. |
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: Elements have complete start and end tags, elements are nested according to their specifications, elements do not contain duplicate attributes, and any IDs are unique. |
4.1.2 Name, Role, Value (Level A)
Revised Section 508
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Web: Partially Supports |
Web: User interface components in some product functions do not provide programmatic name, role, state, or value information. Examples include:
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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 update to assistive technology. Examples include:
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Notes: Not Applicable
Notes:
Notes:
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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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 |
Web: The product does not require the use of hearing. |
302.5 With Limited Hearing |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not require the use of hearing. |
302.6 Without Speech |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not require the use of speech. |
302.7 With Limited Manipulation |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most of the product is functional with limited manipulation. Exceptions include:
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302.8 With Limited Reach and Strength |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product is functional with limited reach and strength. |
302.9 With Limited Language, Cognitive, and Learning Abilities |
Web: 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 or accessibility features of the platform. |
Notes: Not Applicable
Notes:
Notes: Information regarding Support Documentation and Services is available in the Accessibility Conformance Report for the Adobe Help Center
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
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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 |
Web: The product does not require the use of hearing. |
4.2.5 Usage with limited hearing |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not require the use of hearing. |
4.2.6 Usage with no or limited vocal capability |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not require the use of speech. |
4.2.7 Usage with limited manipulation or strength |
Web: Partially Supports |
Web: Most of the product is functional with limited manipulation and strength. Exceptions include:
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4.2.8 Usage with limited reach |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product is functional with limited reach. |
4.2.9 Minimize photosensitive seizure triggers |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not contain flashing content. |
4.2.10 Usage with limited cognition, language or learning |
Web: 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 or accessibility features of the platform. |
4.2.11 Privacy |
Web: Supports |
Web: The product does not ask for or display legal, financial, or personal data. |
Notes:
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
5.1 Closed functionality |
Not Applicable |
5.1.2.2-5.1.7 are not applicable for this product, which has no closed functionality. |
5.2 Activation of accessibility features |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have specific documented accessibility features. The product instead relies upon platform accessibility features. |
5.3 Biometrics |
Not Applicable |
The product does not use biological characteristics for user identification or for control of the product. |
5.4 Preservation of accessibility information during conversion |
Not Applicable |
The product is not an authoring tool. |
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 |
Partially Supports |
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 include:
|
5.6.1 Tactile or auditory status |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have locking or toggle controls. |
5.6.2 Visual status |
Not Applicable |
The product does not have locking or toggle controls. |
5.7 Key repeat |
Not Applicable |
The product relies on platform software to turn off or adjust key repeat. |
5.8 Double-strike key acceptance |
Not Applicable |
The product does not provide a keyboard or keypad. |
5.9 Simultaneous user actions |
Supports |
The product relies on platform software features, such as Sticky Keys, to ensure simultaneous user actions are not required. |
Notes:
Notes:
Notes: Not Applicable
Notes: See WCAG 2.1 section
Notes: Not Applicable
Notes: Not Applicable
Criteria |
Conformance Level |
Remarks and Explanations |
---|---|---|
11.1.1.1 through 11.4.1.3 |
See WCAG 2.x section |
See information in WCAG 2.x section |
See 11.5.2.5 through 11.5.2.17. |
See information in 11.5.2.5 through 11.5.2.17. |
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11.5.2.4 Assistive technology |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
11.5.2.5 Object information |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
11.5.2.6 Row, column, and headers |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
11.5.2.7 Values |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
11.5.2.8 Label relationships |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
11.5.2.9 Parent-child relationships |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
11.5.2.10 Text |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
11.5.2.11 List of available actions |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
11.5.2.12 Execution of available actions |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
11.5.2.13 Tracking of focus and selection attributes |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
11.5.2.14 Modification of focus and selection attributes |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
11.5.2.15 Change notification |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
11.5.2.16 Modifications of states and properties |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
11.5.2.17 Modifications of values and text |
Not Applicable |
Not applicable to web |
11.6.1 User control of accessibility features |
Not Applicable |
The product is not platform software. |
11.6.2 No disruption of accessibility features |
Supports |
The product does not disrupt platform accessibility features. |
11.7 User preferences |
Not Applicable |
Web pages are isolated from their underlying platform. |
11.8 Authoring tools |
Not Applicable |
The product is not an authoring tool. |
Notes: Information regarding Support Documentation and Services is available in the Accessibility Conformance Report for the Adobe Help Center.
Notes: Not Applicable