Accessibility Statement for Ruben’s Heritage Stamps
Last Updated: September 8, 2025
Our Commitment
At Ruben’s Heritage Stamps, we believe everyone should be able to explore and celebrate the rich history of stamps, regardless of ability. We’re committed to ensuring our website is accessible to all collectors, historians, and stamp enthusiasts. We continuously work to improve the user experience and maintain accessibility standards that provide equal access to all visitors.
Standards We Follow
Our website is designed to conform to Level AA of the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2. These guidelines help us make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and more user-friendly for everyone.
Current Accessibility Status
Ruben’s Heritage Stamps website is designed to be fully compliant with WCAG 2.2 Level AA standards. We’ve built our site using an accessible WordPress theme and regularly monitor for accessibility issues. At our most recent evaluation, automated scanning tools detected no accessibility errors.
However, we recognize that digital accessibility is an ongoing process—similar to website security—and new issues can emerge as content is added or technology evolves. We remain vigilant and committed to addressing any barriers that may arise.
Accessibility Features
Our website includes the following accessibility features:
- Full keyboard navigation support throughout the site
- Compatibility with screen readers and other assistive technologies
- Alternative text descriptions for all stamp images and historical photographs
- Sufficient color contrast for text and interactive elements
- Responsive design that works across devices and screen sizes
- Clear, consistent navigation structure
- Properly labeled forms and interactive elements
- Semantic HTML structure for better screen reader interpretation
Technical Foundation
We’ve built rubensheritagestamps.com on WordPress using an accessibility-focused theme. This foundation helps us maintain consistent accessibility standards across all pages while allowing us to share our passion for philatelic history.
Browser and Assistive Technology Compatibility
Our website is designed to work with:
- Modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge
- Screen readers including JAWS and VoiceOver
- Screen magnification software
- Voice recognition software
- Keyboard-only navigation
Testing and Monitoring
We regularly assess our website’s accessibility through:
- Automated accessibility scanning tools
- Manual keyboard navigation testing
- Periodic reviews when adding new content or features
Feedback and Contact
We value your feedback about the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please reach out:
Email: postmaster@rubensheritagestamps.com
We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days and appreciate your help in making our stamp collection resources accessible to everyone.
Our Ongoing Commitment
Digital accessibility isn’t a one-time achievement—it requires ongoing attention and care. Just as we carefully preserve and catalog stamps for future generations, we’re committed to maintaining and improving our website’s accessibility. We view accessibility as an essential part of sharing the fascinating world of stamp collecting with all enthusiasts.
Acknowledgments
This accessibility statement was created with guidance from Accessiblü, specialists in digital accessibility solutions who understand our goal to ensure our website is accessible to all persons, regardless of their ability or the devices they use to access our site.