VPAT® Version 2.4 (Revised)
| Name of Product/Version |
Shopify Debut Theme |
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| Product Description |
The default theme for any new Shopify online store. The Debut theme includes but is not limited to:
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| Report Date |
November 2019 |
| Contact Information | |
| Notes |
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| Evaluation Methods Used |
Assessment is completed using a combination of manual and automated accessibility testing tools. Manual tests are completed by working through Shopify’s Accessibility Assessment Checklist. This list includes items which reflect the latest WCAG standards. Usability test sessions with people with disabilities are conducted post remediation, contracted out to third-party organizations who specialize in this space. |
This report covers the degree of conformance for the following accessibility standard/guidelines:
| Standard/Guideline | Included In Report |
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| Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0 |
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| Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1 |
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The terms used in the Conformance Level information are defined as follows:
| Criteria | Conformance Level | Remarks and Explanations |
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| 1.1.1 Non-text Content (Level A) | Supports |
All imagery includes text alternatives where required by default. |
| 1.2.1 Audio-only and Video-only (Prerecorded) (Level A) | Partially Supports |
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| 1.2.2 Captions (Prerecorded) (Level A) | Partially Supports |
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| 1.2.3音频描述或媒体替代(一种竹筏ecorded) (Level A) | Partially Supports |
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| 1.3.1 Info and Relationships (Level A) | Supports |
Headings, list structure, tables, and more have been applied as required to convey semantic meaning for content. |
| 1.3.2 Meaningful Sequence (Level A) | Supports |
Content reading order supports top-to-bottom, left-to-right sequence. |
| 1.3.3 Sensory Characteristics (Level A) | Supports |
Content does not solely rely on shape, size, visual location, orientation, or sound. |
| 1.4.1 Use of Color (Level A) | Supports |
Extra visual indicators such as underlines and icons are present to help identify elements of interest or importance. |
| 1.4.2 Audio Control (Level A) | Partially Supports |
If audio content is included, controls to adjust or pause audio may or may not be present. |
| 2.1.1 Keyboard (Level A) | Partially Supports |
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| 2.1.2 No Keyboard Trap (Level A) | Supports |
Keyboard trapping does not take place anywhere other than required (modal windows). |
| 2.2.1 Timing Adjustable (Level A) | Supports |
No timed content is supplied by default. |
| 2.2.2 Pause, Stop, Hide (Level A) 602.3 (Support Docs) | Supports |
No blinking, scrolling, or auto-updating content is supplied by default. |
| 2.3.1 Three Flashes or Below Threshold (Level A) | Supports |
No flashing content is supplied by default. |
| 2.4.1 Bypass Blocks (Level A) | Supports |
A single “Skip to content” link is made available at the beginning of each page. |
| 2.4.2 Page Titled (Level A) | Supports |
Unique page titles are supplied by default. |
| 2.4.3 Focus Order (Level A) | Supports |
Focusable element order supports top-to-bottom, left-to-right sequence. |
| 2.4.4 Link Purpose (In Context) (Level A) | Supports |
Link context and purpose is programatically conveyed to assistive technology. |
| 2.5.1 Pointer Gestures (Level A 2.1 only) | Partially Supports |
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| 2.5.2 Pointer Cancellation (Level A 2.1 only) | Partially Supports |
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| 2.5.3 Label in Name (Level A 2.1 only) | Supports |
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| 2.5.4 Motion Actuation (Level A 2.1 only) | Supports |
No motion dependant content is supplied by default. |
| 3.1.1 Language of Page (Level A) | Supports |
Default page language (English) is supplied in head section meta element. |
| 3.2.1 On Focus (Level A) | Supports |
Focusable elements do not change or alter the current context when receiving focus. |
| 3.2.2 On Input (Level A) | Partially Supports |
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| 3.3.1 Error Identification (Level A) | Partially Supports |
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| 3.3.2 Labels or Instructions (Level A) | Supports |
All form input controls are labelled. |
| 4.1.1 Parsing (Level A) | Supports |
Markup has been tested as valid HTML. |
| 4.1.2 Name, Role, Value (Level A) | Supports |
User interface components have been tested and each feature appropriate names, roles, states, and properties. |
| Criteria | Conformance Level | Remarks and Explanations |
|---|---|---|
| 1.2.4 Captions (Live) (Level AA) | Supports |
No live video dependant content is supplied by default. |
| 1.2.5 Audio Description (Prerecorded) (Level AA) | Partially Supports |
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| 1.3.4 Orientation (Level AA 2.1 only) | Supports |
Content may be consumed from any orientation available. |
| 1.3.5 Identify Input Purpose (Level AA 2.1 only) | Supports |
Input controls feature appropriate autocomplete values to aid in user agent supplied data. |
| 1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum) (Level AA) | Supports |
Default color scheme has been tested for contrast and meets minimum requirements. |
| 1.4.4 Resize text (Level AA) | Supports |
Text-only resize up to 200% is supported. |
| 1.4.5 Images of Text (Level AA) | Supports |
No images are used to supply text content by default. |
| 1.4.10 Reflow (Level AA 2.1 only) | Supports |
Layout does not require 2D scrolling by default. Content is consumable at any viewport size and reflows as required. |
| 1.4.11 Non-text Contrast (Level AA 2.1 only) | Supports |
Default color scheme has been tested for contract and meets minimum requirements. |
| 1.4.12 Text Spacing (Level AA 2.1 only) | Supports |
No loss to readability, content, or functionality when adjusting text spacing. |
| 1.4.13 Content on Hover or Focus (Level AA 2.1 only) | Supports |
Content revealed on hover or focus is dismissible via keyboard or mouse, hoverable, and persists until dismissed. |
| 2.4.5 Multiple Ways (Level AA) | Supports |
Site maps and search are made available by default. |
| 2.4.6 Headings and Labels (Level AA) | Partially Supports |
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| 2.4.7 Focus Visible (Level AA) | Supports |
User agent keyboard focus indicator is available and visible by default. |
| 3.1.2 Language of Parts (Level AA) | Supports |
User interface uses standard language and terminology be default. |
| 3.2.3 Consistent Navigation (Level AA) | Supports |
User interface provides two standard, consistent navigation areas by default. |
| 3.2.4 Consistent Identification (Level AA) | Supports |
Components feature consistent, semantic, and navigable interfaces by default. |
| 3.3.3 Error Suggestion (Level AA) | Supports |
Input error states are visually and programatically shared with the user post form submission. |
| 3.3.4 Error Prevention (Legal, Financial, Data) (Level AA) | Supports |
Data is reversible, programatically verified upon form submission, and can be reviewed before final submission takes place. |
| 4.1.3 Status Messages (Level AA 2.1 only) | Supports |
Status messages are programmatically conveyed to assistive technology. |
This VPAT is provided for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. The purpose of this VPAT is to assist Shopify merchants in making preliminary assessments regarding the features that support accessibility in Shopify Checkout, based on our own understanding of the WCAG standards. Shopify makes no warranties of any kind, expressed or implied, in or about this VPAT, and Shopify specifically disclaims any liability with respect to this VPAT. Shopify cannot guarantee the accuracy of this information, which may be changed without prior notice. Merchants are responsible for assessing and ensuring that their online store is compliant with any applicable laws and regulations, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).