Stories for Everyone
We believe interactive storytelling should be accessible to all. We're committed to making Lifspel usable by people with diverse abilities and are continuously working to improve accessibility.
1. Current Features
1.1 Visual
- High contrast — Dark theme with carefully chosen contrast ratios
- Readable typography — Clear fonts at comfortable sizes
- No reliance on color alone — Information conveyed through text and icons
- Scalable interface — Works with browser zoom up to 200%
1.2 Navigation
- Keyboard accessible — All interactive elements reachable via keyboard
- Logical tab order — Focus moves in a predictable sequence
- Skip links — Coming soon for main content navigation
1.3 Screen Readers
- Semantic HTML — Proper heading hierarchy and landmarks
- ARIA labels — Descriptive labels for interactive elements
- Alt text — Descriptions for meaningful images
1.4 Motor
- Large click targets — Buttons and links sized for easy interaction
- No time limits — Take as long as you need to craft your responses
- No complex gestures — Simple clicks and keyboard input only
2. Known Limitations
We're aware of areas needing improvement:
- Some older pages may have inconsistent heading structures
- Focus indicators could be more visible in some areas
- Mobile screen reader experience needs optimization
We're actively working on these issues.
3. Customization Options
You can adjust your experience:
- Compact navigation — Reduce visual complexity in Settings
- Narrative density — Choose sparser prose for easier reading
- Scene pacing — Control how quickly stories progress
4. Standards
We aim to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines. While we haven't achieved full compliance yet, accessibility is a priority in our ongoing development.
5. Feedback
Accessibility is an ongoing journey. If you encounter barriers or have suggestions:
- Contact us with specific details
- Describe what you were trying to do
- Tell us what assistive technology you use, if any
Your feedback directly shapes our improvements.
6. Commitment
We're committed to:
- Regular accessibility audits
- Training our team on inclusive design
- Prioritizing accessibility in new features
- Responding promptly to accessibility concerns