Accessibility

Accessibility Statement for Overland Gear Guide

We are committed to making Overland Gear Guide accessible and usable for as many people as possible, including those using assistive technologies.

Last updated: 17 November 2025 • URL: https://overland-gear-guide.com/accessibility-statement/

Accessibility • Inclusive Design • WCAG

1. Our Commitment to Accessibility

Overland Gear Guide is dedicated to providing a website and digital resources that are accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology, device, or ability. Our goal is to align with recognised accessibility standards and continuously improve the experience for all visitors.

2. Standards & Guidelines

We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA as our target standard. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities, and more user-friendly for everyone.

3. Measures We Take

To support accessibility, we currently:

Use structured headings and semantic HTML where possible
Provide descriptive alternative text for meaningful images
Design with high-contrast colour palettes for core UI elements
Build layouts that are responsive and mobile-friendly
Strive to ensure forms and interactive elements are keyboard accessible
Write content in clear, readable language suited to practical, real-world use

As Overland Gear Guide grows (new tools, calculators, articles, images and embeds), we continuously review and refine accessibility across old and new content.

4. Known Limitations

Despite our efforts, some parts of the website may not be fully accessible yet. Known or potential limitations can include:

Legacy articles and images: Older posts may not yet have fully optimised heading structures or complete alternative text.
Third-party embeds: Some maps, videos, product widgets, and external tools are provided by third-party services that we do not fully control.
Complex tables and route data: Certain route and gear tables may be harder to navigate with screen readers; we are working to improve labelling and structure over time.

If you encounter any specific accessibility barrier, please let us know (see “Feedback” below) so we can prioritise fixes.

5. Browser & Assistive Technology Compatibility

Overland Gear Guide is designed to work with:

Current versions of major browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
On modern desktop, laptop, tablet, and mobile devices
With commonly used screen readers and operating system accessibility features

For the best experience, we recommend keeping your browser and assistive technology up to date.

6. Third-Party Content & Links

Our site frequently links to external websites and may embed content (e.g., maps, booking tools, product pages, or navigation services). We cannot guarantee that third-party sites or services meet the same accessibility standards we apply to Overland Gear Guide.

If you encounter accessibility issues on linked third-party sites, we encourage you to raise these directly with the relevant provider. When feasible, we may update or replace problematic embeds or links with more accessible alternatives.

7. Accessibility & Our Tools (Calculators, Planners, Maps)

Overland Gear Guide includes interactive tools such as the Overland Expedition Planner, tyre pressure calculators, interactive route maps, and gear checklists.

While we work to keep these tools as accessible as possible, some interactive elements may be more difficult to use with certain assistive technologies. Where practical, we aim to provide:

Clear labels and instructions near inputs and controls
Fallback explanations or summaries of what the tool is designed to help you do
Readable text-based guidance alongside visual route or map components

8. What You Can Do to Improve Your Experience

Most modern devices and browsers include built-in accessibility features. You may benefit from:

Using browser zoom to increase text size
Enabling high-contrast or dark mode settings at OS or browser level
Using a screen reader or text-to-speech function
Enabling keyboard navigation and focus indicators in your system settings

9. Feedback & Contact

We welcome feedback on the accessibility of Overland Gear Guide. If you:

Experience difficulty accessing any part of the site
Need information in a different format
Find an accessibility issue we have not yet addressed

Please contact us with:

A brief description of the issue
The page URL where it occurred
The device, browser, and assistive technology you are using (if applicable)

Contact:
Use our contact form at

Contact

10. Ongoing Improvements

Accessibility is an ongoing process, not a one-time project. As we add new gear guides, route articles, tools, and images, we review and refine our design patterns and content structure to better support inclusive use.

We may periodically work with external tools, checklists, or accessibility experts to identify issues and prioritise improvements based on user feedback and technical feasibility.

11. Date of This Statement

This Accessibility Statement was last reviewed and updated on 17 November 2025.

If you rely on specific assistive technology and would like to share how we can make Overland Gear Guide more usable for you, we would genuinely appreciate your input.