Accessibility Statement
Last updated: January 14, 2026
Our Commitment
HeartSong.fm is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people of all abilities. We believe that everyone should be able to create and enjoy personalized music, regardless of their physical or cognitive abilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying relevant accessibility standards.
Conformance Status
We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible to people with disabilities. Conformance with these guidelines helps make the web more user-friendly for everyone.
Accessibility Features
We have implemented the following accessibility features on our website:
Navigation and Structure
- Consistent navigation structure throughout the website
- Skip navigation links to bypass repetitive content
- Logical heading hierarchy for easy content navigation
- Breadcrumb trails where applicable
Visual Design
- Sufficient color contrast between text and backgrounds
- Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality
- No content relies solely on color to convey information
- Focus indicators visible for keyboard navigation
Content and Media
- Alternative text for all meaningful images
- Audio player controls accessible via keyboard
- Lyrics displayed alongside audio playback
- Clear and descriptive link text
Forms and Interactivity
- Labels associated with all form inputs
- Error messages clearly identified and described
- Form validation with helpful guidance
- All interactive elements accessible via keyboard
Assistive Technologies
Our website is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:
- Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack)
- Screen magnification software
- Speech recognition software
- Keyboard-only navigation
Known Limitations
While we strive for full accessibility, some limitations may exist:
- Audio Content: Our core service produces audio content. We provide lyrics as text alternatives for the musical component.
- Third-Party Content: Some embedded content from third-party services may not meet all accessibility standards.
- Legacy Content: Older content may not fully comply with current accessibility standards as we work to update it.
Feedback and Assistance
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of HeartSong.fm. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know:
Email: accessibility@heartsong.fm
We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days.
Alternative Formats
If you need information from our website in an alternative format, please contact us. We will work with you to provide the information in a format that meets your needs.
Ongoing Efforts
We are committed to ongoing accessibility improvements through:
- Regular accessibility audits of our website
- Training our team on accessibility best practices
- Including accessibility in our development process
- Engaging with disability communities for feedback
- Keeping up with evolving accessibility standards
Additional Resources
For more information about web accessibility, visit: