Accessibility

Accessibility Statement for Use Up Food

Our Commitment

At Use Up Food, we are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to everyone, regardless of ability or technology. We strive to provide an inclusive experience for all users, adhering to the latest accessibility standards and guidelines to make our content easy to access and use.

Standards Compliance

Our website follows the principles and guidelines set out in:

  • Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 at Level AA, which includes recommendations for making web content more accessible to individuals with disabilities.
  • Applicable regional accessibility standards such as Section 508 (US) and Equality Act 2010 (UK).

We are proud to have achieved:

  • 100/100 scores in Google Lighthouse for Accessibility, Performance, Best Practices, and SEO.
  • Validation from tools like WebAIM WAVE, IBM Equal Access Accessibility Checker, and Axe DevTools, confirming zero critical issues.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes:

  • Keyboard Navigation: Fully operable using keyboard-only controls.
  • Screen Reader Compatibility: Optimised for use with screen readers, ensuring proper semantics and ARIA roles.
  • High Contrast Design: Adequate colour contrast to support users with visual impairments.
  • Responsive Design: Mobile-friendly layouts and accessible interactions across all devices.
  • Alternative Text for Images: Comprehensive alt text for non-text content.

Continuous Improvement

We regularly test our website using industry-standard tools and real-user feedback to maintain and improve accessibility. We also perform manual checks to address elements that automated tools might overlook.

Feedback and Support

We value your input. If you encounter any accessibility issues or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

We aim to address all accessibility-related inquiries promptly.

Future Enhancements

Accessibility is an ongoing process, and we are committed to continuous improvement. As guidelines evolve, we will update our website to meet or exceed new accessibility standards.