Accessibility

Our Commitment to Accessibility

MHD App 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 ensure compliance with upcoming German accessibility regulations (Barrierefreiheitsanforderungsgesetz - BFSG).

Our goal is to make our application accessible to all users, regardless of their abilities or disabilities, and to provide an inclusive digital experience that allows everyone to manage their food inventory effectively.

Accessibility Standards

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards and comply with the European Accessibility Act (EAA) and German accessibility requirements:

  • WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance
  • European Accessibility Act (EAA) requirements
  • German Barrierefreiheitsanforderungsgesetz (BFSG)
  • EN 301 549 accessibility standard

Accessibility Features

Our application includes the following accessibility features:

  • Keyboard navigation support for all interactive elements
  • Screen reader compatibility with proper ARIA labels
  • High contrast color schemes and dark mode support
  • Scalable text and responsive design for different screen sizes
  • Alternative text for images and visual content
  • Clear and consistent navigation structure
  • Focus indicators for keyboard users
  • Form labels and error messages for assistive technologies

Ongoing Improvements

We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our application. Our development team regularly conducts accessibility audits and implements improvements to ensure compliance with evolving standards and regulations.

We actively test our application with various assistive technologies including screen readers, voice recognition software, and keyboard-only navigation to ensure a seamless experience for all users.

Accessibility Statement

This accessibility statement applies to the MHD App web application and mobile applications. We are committed to making our services accessible to the widest possible audience, in accordance with German and European accessibility legislation.

Compliance Status: We aim for full compliance with WCAG 2.1 Level AA and are actively working towards meeting all requirements of the German BFSG and European Accessibility Act.

Last Updated: This accessibility statement was last updated on January 2025.

Feedback and Contact

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

Email: [email protected]

Subject: Accessibility Feedback - MHD App

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days and will work with you to address any issues or provide alternative access methods where necessary.

Technical Specifications

Our application accessibility relies on the following technologies:

  • Semantic HTML5 markup
  • WAI-ARIA (Web Accessibility Initiative - Accessible Rich Internet Applications)
  • CSS for visual presentation without relying on color alone
  • JavaScript for enhanced functionality while maintaining accessibility
  • Progressive enhancement to ensure core functionality without JavaScript

These technologies are chosen for their compatibility with the latest assistive technologies and accessibility standards.

Last updated: January 2025

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