Accessibility Statement | Aaicha Masala - Inclusive Maharashtrian Recipe Website

Our Commitment to Accessibility

At Aaicha Masala, we believe that the joy of Maharashtrian cooking should be accessible to everyone. We are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. We strive to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards and are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our content.

Our goal is to create an inclusive experience that allows all users to easily navigate our website, access our recipes, and learn about traditional Maharashtrian masalas regardless of their abilities or the assistive technologies they use.

Accessibility Features

We have implemented the following features to make our website more accessible:

Text Readability

We use clear, readable fonts and maintain good contrast between text and background colors to ensure readability.

Keyboard Navigation

All interactive elements on our website can be accessed using keyboard navigation for users who cannot use a mouse.

Alt Text for Images

We provide descriptive alt text for all images to ensure screen reader users can understand the content.

Semantic Structure

We use proper heading structure and semantic HTML to help users navigate our content logically.

Responsive Design

Our website is fully responsive and adapts to different screen sizes and devices.

Bilingual Content

We provide content in both English and Marathi to serve a wider audience.

Assistive Technologies Supported

Our website is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:

Screen readers (including NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver)
Screen magnification software
Speech recognition software
Keyboard-only navigation
Browser text size adjustments
Browser zoom capabilities

Known Limitations

While we strive to ensure that our website is accessible to all users, we recognize that there may be some areas that need improvement. We are actively working to address the following known limitations:

Some older recipe videos may not have captions or transcripts. We are working to add these to all video content.
Some interactive features, such as the recipe filter system, may be challenging for users with certain disabilities. We are working to improve these features.
Some PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We are working to provide alternative formats.

We welcome your feedback on these or any other accessibility issues you encounter on our website.

Testing and Compliance

We regularly test our website for accessibility using a combination of automated tools and manual testing by users with disabilities. Our goal is to meet or exceed the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards.

Our Testing Process Includes:

Automated testing using accessibility evaluation tools
Manual testing with keyboard navigation
Testing with screen readers and other assistive technologies
User testing with individuals who have various disabilities
Regular review and updates to our accessibility practices

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know. Your input helps us make our website better for everyone.

Contact Us About Accessibility

If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our website or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

Contact Us

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days, and we will do our best to address any issues as quickly as possible.

Additional Resources

For more information about web accessibility, you may find the following resources helpful: