Accessibility Statement

Last Updated: October 27, 2025

1. Our Commitment

ErgoHaus DE is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply the relevant accessibility standards to ensure our website is usable by people with a wide range of abilities.

2. Accessibility Standards

This website aims to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content accessible to people with a variety of disabilities.

WCAG 2.1 Guidelines

• Perceivable: Content must be presentable in ways users can perceive
• Operable: Interface components must be operable by all users
• Understandable: Information and operation must be understandable
• Robust: Content must be robust enough to work with assistive technologies

3. Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

Keyboard Navigation

• All interactive elements are keyboard accessible
• Skip links allow users to jump to main content
• Logical tab order throughout the site
• Focus indicators for all interactive elements

Screen Reader Compatibility

• Semantic HTML structure for proper heading hierarchy
• Descriptive alt text for all images
• ARIA labels and roles where appropriate
• Descriptive link text that makes sense out of context

Visual Design

• High contrast color scheme meeting WCAG standards
• Scalable text that doesn't break layout
• Clear visual focus indicators
• No use of color alone to convey information

Motion and Animation

• Respects user preferences for reduced motion
• Animations can be disabled through browser settings
• Scroll-triggered animations with fallbacks

4. Content Structure

We maintain proper content structure to support assistive technologies:

• Clear heading hierarchy (H1-H6)
• Logical page layout with semantic elements
• Descriptive page titles for each section
• Proper list structures for grouped content
• Tables with appropriate headers and captions

5. Forms and Interactive Elements

All forms and interactive elements are designed with accessibility in mind:

• Labels associated with form controls
• Clear error messages and instructions
• Logical tab order through form elements
• Descriptive buttons and links
• Keyboard activation for all interactive elements

6. Responsive Design

Our responsive design ensures accessibility across devices:

• Content adapts gracefully to different screen sizes
• Touch targets meet minimum size requirements
• Text remains readable at all zoom levels
• Navigation works effectively on all devices

7. Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts, some limitations may still exist. We are actively working to address the following areas:

• Some older browser compatibility may be limited
• Third-party content may have varying accessibility levels
• Complex data visualizations may require alternative descriptions
• Embedded media may need additional accessibility features

8. Browser and Assistive Technology Support

Our website is designed to work with:

• Current versions of major browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
• Popular screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
• Voice recognition software
• Keyboard-only navigation
• Browser zoom up to 200%

9. Testing and Quality Assurance

We regularly test our website for accessibility using:

• Automated accessibility scanning tools
• Manual testing with keyboard navigation
• Screen reader testing
• User testing with people who have disabilities
• Code validation and markup verification

10. Ongoing Efforts

We are committed to continuous improvement:

• Regular accessibility audits and testing
• Staff training on accessibility best practices
• Staying current with accessibility guidelines and standards
• Gathering feedback from users with disabilities
• Incorporating accessibility into our development process

11. Feedback and Support

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter accessibility barriers, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +49 30 5555 8811
• Mail: ErgoHaus DE, Friedrichstraße 88, 10117 Berlin, Germany

When contacting us, please provide:

• A description of the accessibility barrier
• The page or section where you encountered the issue
• Your contact information for follow-up
• Your assistive technology details if relevant

12. Third-Party Content

Some content on our website may be provided by third parties. While we strive to ensure all content meets accessibility standards, third-party content may have varying accessibility levels. We work with partners who share our commitment to accessibility.

13. Alternative Formats

If you need content in alternative formats to access our information, please contact us. We can provide:

• Large print versions of key documents
• Audio descriptions of visual content
• Accessible PDF versions of documents
• Plain text alternatives where appropriate

14. Future Improvements

We are continuously working to improve accessibility. Planned enhancements include:

• Enhanced keyboard navigation patterns
• Improved ARIA implementation
• Better contrast in complex graphics
• More detailed alternative text for images
• Enhanced form accessibility features

15. Legal Compliance

This accessibility statement reflects our commitment to compliance with applicable accessibility laws and regulations, including:

• European Accessibility Act
• German accessibility requirements (BITV 2.0)
• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1
• Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act (where applicable)

16. Contact for Accessibility Issues

If you have experienced accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please don't hesitate to reach out: