At Port Vale Retail Store, we are deeply committed to making our online store accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to continuously improve the accessibility of our website and ensure it complies with recognized standards to deliver an inclusive browsing experience for all users.

Conformance Status

Our website is designed to align with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, which include three levels of compliance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA. While we strive to meet the highest standards, the Port Vale Retail website is currently partially compliant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA. This means that some areas may not yet fully conform, but we are actively working to address these gaps.

Technical Information

The Port Vale Retail website is built on a Shopify platform and incorporates a range of modern technologies, including:

HTML
CSS
JavaScript
Node.js
MongoDB

Accessibility Features

To create an optimized and inclusive experience for all users, our website offers the following accessibility features:

Language Options: Choose from multiple languages to customize the browsing experience.
Highlight Links: Enhances link visibility for easier navigation.
Text Size Adjustment: Increases text size for improved readability.
Contrast Controls: Adjust contrast settings for higher visual distinction.
Text Spacing Adjustment: Modify spacing between text for better clarity.
Pause Animations: Pause on-screen animations to minimize distractions.
Hide Images: Opt for a text-only experience by hiding images.
Line Spacing Adjustment: Customize spacing between lines for easier reading.
Heading Highlights: Highlights headings to improve page navigation.
Reading Mask: Focuses on specific content areas for better concentration.
Reading Guide: A guiding tool to assist with reading text.
Brightness Control: Adjust brightness to suit your visual preferences.
Color Saturation Control: Customize saturation levels for enhanced visibility.
Dyslexia-Friendly Fonts: Adjust fonts to support users with dyslexia.
Mute Sounds: Disable sounds for a quieter browsing experience.
Text Alignment: Adapt text alignment for easier reading.
Cursor Enlargement: Use a larger cursor for better visibility and navigation.
Text-to-Speech: Convert on-screen text to audio for auditory consumption.
Voice Navigation: Navigate the website hands-free using voice commands.

Commitment to Improvement

We are dedicated to regularly updating and enhancing the accessibility features of our website. Your feedback is invaluable to us. If you encounter any issues or have suggestions for improvement, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

While we strive to ensure all linked third-party websites are accessible, we cannot control their compliance. Should you encounter any challenges with linked sites, we recommend contacting their respective site owners for assistance. If needed, we are happy to support you in reaching out to them.

Contact Us

If you have questions, feedback, or require assistance, please contact us at: Email: shop@port-vale.co.uk
Phone: 01782 655821

Our mission is to make the online shopping experience at Port Vale Retail accessible and enjoyable for everyone. We appreciate your support as we work toward a fully inclusive web experience.

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