Accessibility Statement

Last updated: February 2026

Pure Contrast Tools is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities, particularly those with visual impairments. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.

Our Commitment

Accessibility is not an afterthought for us - it is the foundation of everything we build. Pure Contrast Tools was created specifically for people with severe sight impairment, and every design decision prioritises clarity, contrast, and usability.

Conformance Status

We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content accessible to people with a wide array of disabilities.

Accessibility Features

Visual Design

• High Contrast Themes: Five colour schemes optimised for different visual needs, including yellow-on-black, black-on-white, white-on-black, yellow-on-blue, and green-on-black.
• Large, Clear Text: All text is sized for maximum readability. Footer links are 1.2rem or larger.
• Bold Visual Hierarchy: Clear headings, borders, and spacing guide the eye through content.
• No Clutter: Minimalist design with no ads, pop-ups, or visual noise.

Keyboard Navigation

• Skip Link: A "Skip to Content" link appears when you press Tab, allowing keyboard users to bypass navigation.
• Fully Keyboard Accessible: All interactive elements can be accessed using Tab, Enter, and arrow keys.
• Visible Focus Indicators: Clear outlines show which element is currently focused.

Screen Reader Support

• Semantic HTML: Proper use of headings, landmarks, and ARIA labels for clear structure.
• Alt Text: All images include descriptive alternative text.
• Live Announcements: Theme changes are announced to screen readers.
• Descriptive Links: Link text clearly describes the destination (no "click here").

Colour Scheme Persistence

• Saves Your Preference: Your chosen colour scheme is saved locally and restored on every visit.
• Respects System Preferences: Future updates will detect and respect your operating system's dark mode setting.

Privacy-First Accessibility

• No Third-Party Scripts: No Google Fonts, CDNs, or external dependencies that could slow page load or break functionality.
• Fast Load Times: Minimal code ensures tools load quickly, even on slow connections.
• Works Offline: Many tools (like Coin Flip, Timer, Stopwatch) function without an internet connection.

Known Limitations

We are continually testing and improving. If you encounter any accessibility barriers, please let us know via our Feedback form.

Current known areas for improvement:

• Some tools may not be fully optimised for voice control software.
• We are working on improved touch target sizes for mobile devices.

Testing & Verification

We regularly test our tools using:

• Screen readers: NVDA (Windows), VoiceOver (macOS), Orca (Linux)
• Automated testing: axe DevTools, WAVE, Lighthouse
• Keyboard-only navigation
• Real-world testing: User feedback from people with visual impairments

Feedback

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

• Feedback form: purecontrasttools.com/feedback.html
• We typically respond within 7 days.

Technical Specifications

Pure Contrast Tools relies on the following technologies to work:

• HTML5
• CSS3 (with CSS custom properties for theming)
• JavaScript (for interactive features and theme persistence)

These technologies are chosen for their compatibility with assistive technologies and their compliance with current accessibility standards.

Standards & Governance

This accessibility statement is based on the W3C Accessibility Statement Generator.

We assess the accessibility of Pure Contrast Tools by the following approaches:

• Self-evaluation
• Automated testing tools
• User testing with assistive technologies