Our Commitment
Curiously strives to meet the standards and principles defined in:
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 Level AA
WAI-ARIA accessibility guidelines
Section 508 of the U.S. Rehabilitation Act
We continually assess our product to improve usability and accessibility for all users.
If you encounter accessibility barriers or need assistance using Curiously, please contact us: support@curiously.app. We aim to respond within 5 business days.
Accessibility Features
Curiously includes a range of accessibility features designed to support diverse learning needs and assistive technologies. Please click here to access our Section 508 Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates (VPAT).
Current accessibility capabilities include:
Navigation & Interaction
Keyboard-accessible navigation throughout core workflows
Logical and predictable interface structure
Clear visual focus indicators on interactive elements
Support for browser zoom and OS-level magnification tools
No reliance solely on color to convey meaning
Consistent placement of menus and navigation controls
Avoidance of flashing or fast-moving content
Confirmation prompts for critical actions (e.g., delete)
Screen Reader & Assistive Technology Support
Screen reader compatibility for core learning experiences
Semantic HTML structure for clear content interpretation
ARIA roles and states applied where appropriate
Text alternatives for most non-text content (ongoing enhancements for icon-only buttons)
Logical reading order and programmatic focus handling
Clear, readable form labels and error messages
Content & Text Accessibility
Flexible text scaling support up to 200% without content loss
Support for system accessibility settings and browser assistive tools
High-readability text and consistent spacing practices
No auto-playing audio or media
Accessible form validation messages and instructions
Visual Support & Usability
Strong visual focus cues for keyboard and low-vision users
Consistent icon-with-text patterns in most navigation areas
Responsive design across devices and browsers
Minimal reliance on fine motor precision
Progress indicators and success confirmations for user actions
Inclusive Interaction Design
No time-limited content or forced task expiration
No visual-only authentication challenges (email verification supported)
No motion-dependent or shake/tilt interactions
Drag-and-drop features supported with planned keyboard alternatives
Ongoing Commitment
Accessibility is an ongoing effort. Curiously is continually improving accessibility by:
Conducting routine accessibility reviews
Testing with assistive technologies
Incorporating accessibility best practices in product design and development
Maintaining an accessibility improvement backlog and roadmap
We appreciate your support as we work toward full conformance and a world-class accessible learning experience. For further assistance or clarification, please contact us at support@curiously.app.