Accessibility

Mate Cashmere is committed to providing an online experience that is inclusive and accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. Our goal is to ensure that everyone can browse, shop, and interact with our website comfortably and independently.

We are dedicated to following best practices in accordance with:

• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• European Accessibility Act (EAA), where applicable

Accessibility is an ongoing commitment, and we constantly evaluate and improve our website to support users with diverse needs.

Accessibility Tools and Features

To help visitors customize their browsing experience, our website includes an Accessibility Menu, which can be opened by clicking the accessibility icon or by pressing CTRL + X.

One-Click Accessibility Profiles

These preset profiles allow for quick adjustments based on common accessibility needs:

• Epilepsy Safe: reduces flashing or animated content.
• Visually Impaired: increases text size, contrast, and visual clarity.
• Cognitive Focus: simplifies the layout and highlights key elements.
• ADHD Friendly: reduces distractions and limits on-page movement.
• Motor Impaired: improves keyboard accessibility and simplifies interactions.
• Color Blindness: applies supporting color filters for clearer differentiation.

Text and Display Adjustments

Visitors can control how text and visual content appear:

• Larger text
• Text spacing
• Line height
• Text alignment
• Larger cursor
• Dyslexia-friendly font
• Image tooltips
• Hide images
• Pause animations

Color Adjustments

Tools that support visibility and contrast preferences:

• Invert colors
• Adjust brightness, contrast, and saturation
• Apply color filters: grayscale, red/green, blue/yellow, green/red

Navigation and Reading Support

Features designed to assist with reading and orientation:

• Reading line and reading mask
• Highlight links
• Read page, via text-to-speech
• Page structure mode
• Full keyboard navigation support

Widget Controls and Layout

Users can also customize the appearance of the Accessibility Menu:

• Large widget mode
• Multilingual menu
• Move widget left/right
• Hide widget
• Reset settings: restores all accessibility preferences to default values

Technical Approach

Our website is built using modern technologies that support accessibility, including:

• Semantic HTML
• WAI-ARIA attributes
• CSS for layout and visual styling
• JavaScript for interactive components

These technologies help ensure compatibility with:

• Major browsers: Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge
• Assistive tools like JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver
• Keyboard navigation and various types of devices

Continuous Improvement

Regularly, we:

• Review content and code updates
• Perform automated and manual accessibility testing
• Monitor accessibility guidelines and regulatory updates
• Address newly identified accessibility issues
• Maintain a continuous improvement plan

Accessibility is not a one-time project; it is an ongoing commitment.

Limitations and Third-Party Content

Despite our efforts, some parts of the site may not be fully accessible:

• Third-party integrations, such as apps, embedded widgets, reviews, and videos
• User-generated content
• Outdated media or older page templates
• External services beyond our control

If you encounter any accessibility barriers, we will do our best to provide accessible alternatives upon request.

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website.

If you encounter an accessibility issue or have suggestions, please contact us: