♿ Accessibility Statement

What Is My Country is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure we provide equal access to all of our users.

1. Our Commitment

We believe that everyone should be able to access and use our IP geolocation service, regardless of their abilities or the technologies they use. We are committed to:

• Making our website accessible to the widest possible audience
• Following web accessibility best practices and standards
• Continuously improving our website's accessibility
• Responding promptly to accessibility feedback and concerns

2. Conformance Standards

Our website strives to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities, including:

• Visual impairments (blindness, low vision, color blindness)
• Hearing impairments (deafness, hearing loss)
• Motor impairments (difficulty using a mouse, slow response time)
• Cognitive impairments (learning disabilities, distractibility, memory issues)

3. Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

Keyboard Navigation

• All interactive elements are keyboard accessible
• Logical tab order throughout the site
• Visible focus indicators for keyboard users
• Skip-to-content links for easy navigation

Screen Reader Compatibility

• Semantic HTML structure with proper heading hierarchy
• ARIA labels and landmarks for better navigation
• Descriptive alt text for all meaningful images
• Form labels properly associated with input fields
• Link text that makes sense out of context

Visual Accessibility

• Color contrast ratios meet WCAG AA standards (minimum 4.5:1 for normal text)
• Information is not conveyed by color alone
• Dark mode option to reduce eye strain
• Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality
• Responsive design that works on different screen sizes
• Clear, readable fonts (minimum 16px base font size)

Content Accessibility

• Clear and simple language
• Consistent navigation across all pages
• Predictable behavior and layout
• No content that flashes or blinks rapidly (avoiding seizure triggers)
• Sufficient time to read and use content

Interactive Elements

• Buttons and links have clear labels and purposes
• Error messages are clear and provide guidance
• Forms have clear labels and instructions
• Cookie consent banner is accessible via keyboard and screen reader

4. Assistive Technologies

Our website has been tested with the following assistive technologies:

• Screen Readers: NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver
• Browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge (latest versions)
• Operating Systems: Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
• Magnification: Browser zoom, ZoomText

5. Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility, there may be some limitations. We are aware of the following:

• Some third-party embedded content may not be fully accessible
• Certain interactive maps may have limited keyboard navigation
• PDF documents linked from the site may not all meet accessibility standards

We are actively working to address these limitations and improve accessibility across all aspects of our service.

6. Browser and Assistive Technology Support

For the best accessibility experience, we recommend using:

• The latest version of your preferred web browser
• Updated assistive technology software
• A modern operating system with accessibility features enabled

Browser Accessibility Features

Most modern browsers include built-in accessibility features:

• Zoom: Ctrl/Cmd + Plus/Minus to increase/decrease text size
• High Contrast Mode: Available in browser settings
• Text-to-Speech: Built-in reading tools
• Dark Mode: Use our theme toggle or browser/OS dark mode

7. Accessibility Testing

We regularly test our website using:

• Automated accessibility testing tools (axe, WAVE, Lighthouse)
• Manual testing with keyboard navigation
• Screen reader testing
• Color contrast checkers
• User feedback and testing

8. Third-Party Content

Some content on our website may be provided by third parties. While we strive to work with accessible third-party services, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of all external content. If you encounter accessibility issues with third-party content, please let us know.

9. Ongoing Improvements

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We are committed to:

• Regular accessibility audits and testing
• Training our team on accessibility best practices
• Incorporating accessibility into our development process
• Staying current with accessibility standards and guidelines
• Listening to user feedback and making improvements

10. Feedback and Contact

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of What Is My Country. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know:

Email: accessibility@whatismycountry.com

Subject Line: "Accessibility Feedback"

Information to Include:

• The URL of the page where you encountered an issue
• A description of the accessibility problem
• The assistive technology you were using (if applicable)
• Your browser and operating system

We will respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days and work to resolve any issues as quickly as possible.

11. Alternative Access

If you are unable to access any content on our website due to accessibility barriers, we offer alternative ways to access the information:

• JSON API: Access data programmatically via our JSON API
• Email Support: Contact us for assistance accessing specific information
• Alternative Formats: Request content in alternative formats upon request

12. Legal Information

This accessibility statement applies to the What Is My Country website (whatismycountry.com). We are committed to complying with:

• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
• European Accessibility Act (EAA)
• EN 301 549 European accessibility standard

13. Updates to This Statement

We may update this accessibility statement from time to time to reflect changes to our website or accessibility practices. Please check this page periodically for updates.

This statement was last updated on December 22, 2025.