Accessibility Statement

Compliance with Act No. 424/2023 Coll. on Accessibility

 

This page summarizes how our e-shop/website complies with the requirements of Act No. 424/2023 Coll. on the accessibility of websites and mobile applications. The Act is based on EU Directive 2019/882 and stipulates that digital services must be accessible to all users, including people with disabilities.

Legal Requirements and Our Compliance

  • Digital services must be accessible to all users, including people with disabilities.
  • The law does not define specific technical criteria but allows accessibility to be demonstrated via a harmonized standard.
  • According to §16 of Act No. 424/2023 Coll., compliance is met if the service aligns with the harmonized standard or parts of it.
  • To demonstrate compliance, we follow the standard EN 301 549 V3.2.1:2021 and WCAG 2.2 Level AA, which define specific accessibility criteria and validation methods.

Compliance Based on the Harmonized Standard

Below are the specific steps we have taken to meet these standards:

  • The website is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust, in line with WCAG 2.2 principles.
  • All site functions are accessible using keyboard-only navigation.
  • Compatibility with assistive technologies is ensured.
  • All images include meaningful text alternatives (alt attributes).
  • Colors and contrast are designed for readability by users with visual impairments.
  • The site remains readable and operable with text enlarged up to 200%.
  • Forms include properly assigned labels and are screen reader accessible.
  • The site structure is logical, with clear headings and hierarchical navigation.
  • The entire website includes a correct language declaration.
  • Content is accessible on all device types (PC, mobile, tablet).
  • The site is regularly tested using automated and manual tools, including screen readers.
  • Audio versions of accessibility information are available upon request.

Overview of compliance with EN 301 549 / WCAG 2.2 requirements:

Requirement Description Technologies & Tools Proof of Compliance
Keyboard accessibility (WCAG 2.2 - 2.1 / EN 301 549 - 9.2.1) All site features are usable via keyboard only. HTML, tabindex, ARIA Manual keyboard navigation testing
Assistive tech compatibility (WCAG 2.2 - 4.1.2 / EN 301 549 - 9.4.1) Elements are properly described and screen reader-friendly. Semantic HTML, ARIA, alt attributes Tested with NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, TalkBack
Text alternatives (WCAG 2.2 - 1.1.1 / EN 301 549 - 9.1.1) Images include meaningful alt text; decorative images use alt="" HTML5 Manual review, WAVE accessibility checker
Contrast ratio (WCAG 2.2 - 1.4.3 / EN 301 549 - 9.1.4.3) Minimum contrast of 4.5:1 CSS, WebAIM Contrast Checker Checked with Lighthouse, WAVE, manual testing
Text scaling (WCAG 2.2 - 1.4.4 / EN 301 549 - 9.1.4.4) Content remains functional and readable at 200% zoom Responsive CSS Manual browser testing
Accessible forms (WCAG 2.2 - 3.3.2 / EN 301 549 - 9.2.5) Labels, logical structure, readable error messages HTML5, ARIA Manual testing, NVDA, VoiceOver
Logical content structure (WCAG 2.2 - 1.3.1 / EN 301 549 - 9.1.3) Semantic HTML, headings, and element order Semantic HTML Validator, manual review
Language declaration (WCAG 2.2 - 3.1.1 / EN 301 549 - 9.3.1.1) Page language defined via lang attribute HTML5 lang attribute Manual HTML check
Visible focus (WCAG 2.2 - 2.4.7 / EN 301 549 - 9.2.4.7) Focus indicators must be visible and not obstructed CSS, ARIA Manual keyboard navigation testing
Focus appearance (WCAG 2.2 – 2.4.11 / EN 301 549 - 9.2.4.7) Focus must be visually distinct (e.g., border, color) CSS Manual review with keyboard
Drag-free control (WCAG 2.2 - 2.5.7 / EN 301 549 - 9.2.5.4) Interaction does not require drag & drop – click alternatives exist JS fallback, button alternative No elements rely on drag & drop as primary mechanism
Minimum target size (WCAG 2.2 - 2.5.8 / EN 301 549 - 9.5) Buttons and controls are at least 24×24 px CSS Tested on various devices (clickability on touch)
Responsiveness (WCAG 2.2 - 2.5.8, 1.4.4) Site is usable and readable on all devices Responsive CSS Device testing (PC, mobile, tablet)
Consistency (WCAG 2.2 - 3.2.6 / EN 301 549 - 9.3.2.3) Help, navigation, contact, and support are consistent across pages Navigation, links Manual cross-page consistency check

 

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