Accessibility

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Namaztimes.uk is designed to be accessible to everyone, regardless of their abilities or the technology they use. We aim to conform to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at level AA standards.

Accessibility Features

• Keyboard navigation: All interactive elements can be accessed using keyboard alone (Tab, Enter, Arrow keys)
• Screen reader support: Content is properly structured with semantic HTML for screen readers
• Text contrast: Text has sufficient contrast ratios to meet WCAG standards
• Responsive design: Site works on all screen sizes and devices
• Form accessibility: All forms have proper labels and error messages
• Alternative text: Images and diagrams include descriptions
• Focus indicators: Clear visual indicators show which element has focus
• Zoom support: Page scales properly when using browser zoom

Using This Site with Assistive Technology

Screen Readers

Our site is compatible with popular screen readers including NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, and others. Prayer times and navigation are clearly labeled and organized logically.

Keyboard Navigation

You can navigate the entire site using only your keyboard:

• Tab: Move forward through interactive elements
• Shift + Tab: Move backward through interactive elements
• Enter: Activate buttons or links
• Arrow keys: Navigate within menus and select options
• Escape: Close menus or cancel actions

Text Size and Zoom

You can adjust text size using your browser settings or zoom controls (usually Ctrl/Cmd + Plus or Minus). Our design scales properly at up to 200% zoom.

Browser and Device Support

Namaztimes.uk works with:

• Modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
• Mobile devices (iOS and Android)
• Tablets and large displays
• Operating system accessibility features (Windows High Contrast, Dark Mode, etc.)

Known Limitations

While we strive for full accessibility, some features may have limitations:

• The interactive compass on the Qibla Finder page requires touch or mouse interaction for optimal experience
• Some data visualizations may benefit from alternative text descriptions

We actively work to improve these areas. If you encounter any accessibility issues, please let us know.

Report Accessibility Issues

If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using Namaztimes.uk, please contact us through our contact page. Include:

• The page or feature you were accessing
• The device and browser you were using
• The accessibility tool or method you were using
• A description of the issue

We will work with you to resolve accessibility issues promptly.

Standards and References

Our accessibility efforts follow these guidelines:

• WCAG 2.1 Guidelines
• ARIA Authoring Practices
• UK Equality Act 2010