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Accessibility Statement
THE AQUA TIMES
This statement was last updated on [July 31, 2025].
We at The Aqua Times are committed to making our site — [www.theaquatimes.com] — accessible to people of all abilities. Accessibility and inclusion are core values in our publishing mission. We strive to ensure that everyone, including people with disabilities, can easily access and engage with our journalism, multimedia content, and digital tools.
We are actively working toward meeting the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. Our efforts include improving screen reader compatibility, keyboard navigation, alt text for images, and color contrast for better readability.
If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our website or have suggestions to help us improve, please contact us at:
📧 accessibility@theaquatimes.com
We value your feedback and will respond within 7 business days.
What web accessibility is
Web accessibility ensures that websites, tools, and technologies are designed and developed so that people with disabilities can use them. This includes users who rely on assistive technologies such as screen readers, voice recognition, and keyboard navigation.
At The Aqua Times, we are committed to making our digital content inclusive and accessible to everyone, regardless of ability or technology.
Accessibility adjustments on this site
To support accessibility, The Aqua Times uses:
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Semantic HTML for improved screen reader compatibility
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Keyboard navigability across key site elements
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High-contrast fonts and readable layouts
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Alt text for all meaningful images
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Captions or transcripts for audio and video content when possible
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Scalable text for readability on different devices
Declaration of partial compliance with the standard due to third-party content
Some third-party content and embedded media on our site (e.g., maps, YouTube videos, or external plugins) may not fully meet accessibility standards. We acknowledge this and are actively seeking alternative formats where possible.
Contributor Responsibility Notice
While TAT is committed to providing an accessible platform for all readers, we note that the responsibility for the views, claims, and accuracy of articles lies with the individual author. The Aqua Times does not endorse or assume liability for contributors’ content.
This clear attribution is part of our accessibility commitment: ensuring every reader understands the distinction between the platform’s role and the writer’s responsibility.
Requests, issues, and suggestions
We welcome feedback on the accessibility of The Aqua Times. If you encounter any barriers while using our website or have suggestions to enhance accessibility, please contact us:
📧 Email: accessibility@theaquatimes.com
📝 Subject Line: Accessibility Feedback
We aim to respond to all queries within 7 business days.