Accessibility Statement

Last Updated: January 24, 2024

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Great Food Recipes is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to guarantee we provide equal access to all of our users.

Accessibility Standards

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

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

Navigation

• Consistent and clear navigation throughout the site
• Skip navigation links to jump to main content
• Descriptive page titles and headings
• Breadcrumb navigation on recipe pages
• Sitemap available for easy site overview

Images and Media

• Alternative text descriptions for all recipe images
• Descriptive captions for instructional photos
• Video content includes captions and transcripts
• Audio descriptions available for video tutorials

Text and Readability

• Clear, readable fonts with adequate sizing
• Sufficient color contrast between text and backgrounds
• Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality
• Content is structured with proper headings
• Lists and paragraphs are properly formatted

Interactive Elements

• All interactive elements are keyboard accessible
• Form fields have clear labels and instructions
• Error messages are descriptive and helpful
• Focus indicators are visible for keyboard navigation
• Buttons and links have descriptive text

Recipe Features

• Recipe cards use semantic HTML for screen readers
• Ingredient lists are properly formatted as lists
• Step-by-step instructions are numbered and clear
• Print-friendly versions available for all recipes
• Nutritional information presented in accessible tables

Assistive Technology Compatibility

Our website is designed to be compatible with assistive technologies, including:

• Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
• Screen magnification software
• Speech recognition software
• Keyboard navigation
• Browser zoom features

Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts, some areas of our website may not be fully accessible:

• Some older recipe photos may lack detailed alternative text
• User-generated content (comments) may not meet accessibility standards
• Third-party embedded content may have varying levels of accessibility
• Some interactive recipe features may require JavaScript

We are actively working to address these limitations and improve accessibility across all areas of our site.

Browser and Device Support

Our website is optimized for accessibility on:

• Modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) and their latest two versions
• Mobile devices (iOS and Android)
• Tablets and desktop computers
• Various screen sizes and resolutions

Ongoing Efforts

We regularly review our website to identify and fix accessibility issues. Our ongoing efforts include:

• Regular accessibility audits
• User testing with people who have disabilities
• Training our content creators on accessibility best practices
• Updating our accessibility features based on user feedback
• Monitoring accessibility standards and implementing updates

Third-Party Content

While we strive to ensure all content on our site is accessible, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party content, including:

• Embedded social media content
• Third-party advertisements
• External links to other websites

Feedback and Contact

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Great Food Recipes. If you encounter any barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

When contacting us, please provide:

• The web page URL where you encountered the barrier
• A description of the issue
• The assistive technology you were using (if applicable)
• Your contact information for follow-up

Alternative Formats

If you need any of our content in an alternative format, please contact us, and we will work with you to provide the information in a format that meets your needs.

Legal Compliance

This accessibility statement is aligned with:

• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1

Thank You

Thank you for visiting Great Food Recipes. We are committed to providing an accessible experience for all our users and appreciate your patience as we continue to improve our website.