Checkmark Plagiarism is committed to providing an inclusive experience for all users. Our platform is developed in alignment with accessibility best practices to ensure educators and students, including those using assistive technologies, can use our tools effectively.
WCAG Conformance
We have completed an accessibility audit in June 2025 based on the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA. The assessment found that Checkmark Plagiarism substantially conforms to the guidelines.
Our commitment to accessibility ensures that all users, regardless of their abilities or the assistive technologies they use, can effectively access and interact with our educational tools.
Audit Results Summary
The following table summarizes our WCAG 2.1 Level AA conformance results from our June 2025 accessibility audit:
| WCAG Guideline | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1.1.1 Non-text Content | Pass | All images and custom UI elements include alternative text or accessible names. |
| 1.2.x Multimedia (Audio/Video) | Pass | Captions and audio descriptions are provided for prerecorded content. |
| 1.3.1 Info and Relationships | Pass | Semantic structure, table markup, and ARIA roles are properly used. |
| 1.3.2 Meaningful Sequence | Pass | Content is presented in a logical reading order even without CSS. |
| 1.3.3 Sensory Characteristics | Pass | Instructions do not rely on color or sensory cues alone. |
| 1.4.x Visual Presentation (Reflow, Spacing) | Pass | All visual components support zoom and spacing adjustments. |
| 2.1.1 Keyboard | Pass | All functionality is keyboard-accessible, including modals and playback tools. |
| 2.1.2 No Keyboard Trap | Pass | Users can tab in/out of all interactive components. |
| 2.4.3 Focus Order | Pass | Logical tab order is preserved across views. |
| 2.4.7 Focus Visible | Pass | All focusable elements show a visible focus ring. |
| 3.3.1 Error Identification | Pass | Forms and validation errors are clearly identified and described. |
| 4.1.2 Name, Role, Value | Pass | All widgets expose appropriate ARIA names, roles, and states. |
Complete technical audit report with detailed WCAG criteria assessment.
Key Accessibility Features
Our platform includes the following accessibility features:
- Keyboard Navigation: Full keyboard accessibility for all interactive elements, including modals, forms, and navigation components.
- Screen Reader Support: Comprehensive ARIA labeling and semantic HTML structure for optimal screen reader compatibility.
- Visual Design: High contrast ratios, scalable text, and focus indicators that meet or exceed WCAG requirements.
- Responsive Design: Content reflows appropriately at 200% zoom without loss of functionality.
- Error Handling: Clear, descriptive error messages and form validation that works with assistive technologies.
- Alternative Text: All meaningful images and UI elements include appropriate alternative text descriptions.
Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT)
We are currently preparing a comprehensive VPAT based on WCAG 2.1 AA criteria. This document provides detailed information about how our product conforms to accessibility standards and is particularly useful for institutional procurement and compliance reviews.
If your institution requires VPAT documentation for procurement or compliance review, we are happy to provide a working draft. Please contact our accessibility team for the most current version.
Ongoing Accessibility Commitment
Accessibility is not a one-time effort but an ongoing commitment. We continuously work to:
- Regular Testing: Conduct periodic accessibility audits and user testing with assistive technology users.
- Staff Training: Ensure our development team stays current with accessibility best practices and guidelines.
- User Feedback: Actively incorporate feedback from users with disabilities to improve our platform.
- Standards Compliance: Stay updated with evolving accessibility standards and implement improvements accordingly.
- Design Integration: Consider accessibility requirements from the initial design phase of all new features.
Supported Assistive Technologies
Our platform has been tested and verified to work with:
- Screen Readers: NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, and TalkBack
- Voice Recognition: Dragon NaturallySpeaking and similar voice control software
- Keyboard Navigation: External keyboards and switch-based input devices
- Magnification: ZoomText, built-in browser zoom, and operating system magnifiers
- Alternative Input: Head mice, eye-tracking systems, and other alternative input devices
Feedback and Contact
If you encounter any accessibility issues or have suggestions for improvement, please reach out to us. We value user feedback and actively work to improve the accessibility of our platform.
support@checkmarkplagiarism.com
Accessibility reports and feedback are monitored daily and receive priority response.
When reporting accessibility issues, please include:
- The specific page or feature where you encountered the issue
- The assistive technology or browser you were using
- A description of what you expected to happen vs. what actually happened
- Your operating system and browser version