Accessibility
Accessibility is a commitment, not a checklist.
Scanmarker is committed to making our website, web app, and products accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. This statement covers scanmarker.com and the Scanmarker web app.
✓ WCAG 2.1 Level AA Conformance Target
Last audited April 15, 2026. Next audit scheduled July 2026.
Conformance Details
Standard
WCAG 2.1
Conformance Level
Level AA
Testing Methods
Automated, manual, screen reader
Compliance Rate
8/8
We conduct ongoing audits using a combination of:
- ✓Automated testing with axe-core, Lighthouse, and WAVE
- ✓Manual keyboard navigation review
- ✓Screen reader testing (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
- ✓User testing with people with disabilities
We maintain a Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) for enterprise and school district procurement teams. This detailed compliance documentation is available upon request.
Request VPATWhat We've Accomplished
Keyboard Navigation
All interactive elements are keyboard navigable with visible focus indicators.
Alt Text & Images
Images and icons include descriptive alt text. Decorative images use empty alt attributes.
Color Contrast
Color contrast ratios meet or exceed WCAG AA (4.5:1) across all text and interactive elements.
Form Labels
Form inputs are associated with explicit labels and include descriptive error messages.
Semantic HTML
Page structure uses semantic HTML with appropriate heading hierarchy (H1 → H2 → H3).
Zoom Support
The site is fully usable with zoom up to 200% without loss of content or functionality.
Screen Reader Support
Tested and compatible with NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver. Landmark roles and skip links implemented.
Mobile Accessibility
Touch targets are ≥44px. Responsive design works across all screen sizes without horizontal scrolling.
Known Exceptions & Roadmap
The following areas do not yet fully meet WCAG 2.1 AA. We have active fixes scheduled:
Video Captions
Some embedded third-party video content (product demos, testimonials) lacks closed captions. We are working with our video platform (Vimeo) to add captions to all videos.
WCAG Criteria
1.2.2 Captions (Prerecorded)
Target Completion
Jun 30, 2026
Affected Pages
/products/max/products/pro/how-it-worksInteractive Calendar
The calendar widget on the Book a Demo page does not fully announce state changes and date selections to screen readers. A custom accessible calendar component is in development.
WCAG Criteria
4.1.3 Status Messages
Target Completion
Jul 31, 2026
Affected Pages
/demoPDF Documents
Some PDF documents (whitepapers, case studies) may not be fully accessible. We are converting these to HTML or creating accessible PDF versions with proper tagging.
WCAG Criteria
4.1.2 Name, Role, Value
Target Completion
Aug 30, 2026
Affected Pages
/resourcesFound an Accessibility Issue?
We want to hear from you. If you experience an accessibility barrier on any Scanmarker property, please report it. We respond to all accessibility reports within 3 business days.
📝 Include in Your Report
- • Page URL or feature name
- • Description of the barrier
- • Browser and device (if applicable)
- • Assistive technology used (screen reader, voice control, etc.)
- • Steps to reproduce the issue
Hardware Accessibility
Scanmarker hardware products are designed as assistive technology for reading. Our devices feature:
- ✓One-handed operation — designed for users with motor limitations
- ✓Large, high-contrast displays — 2-inch OLED with 300+ PPI
- ✓Customizable output speeds — adjust speech rate from 0.5x to 2.0x
- ✓Multi-language support — 140+ languages with native speakers
For specific questions about hardware accessibility for users with physical or visual disabilities, contact:
support@scanmarker.comAccessibility Resources
WCAG 2.1 Quick Reference
Quick reference guide from W3C WAI for understanding WCAG guidelines.
WebAIM
Articles, resources, and tools for web accessibility.
NVDA Screen Reader
Free, open-source screen reader for Windows. Used in our testing.
Section 508
U.S. government accessibility requirements and guidelines.