Accessibility
Meditation should be accessible to everyone. Our app is designed with comprehensive accessibility features to ensure that all users can experience the benefits of mindful meditation, regardless of their abilities.
At StillMind, accessibility is a foundational principle. We follow Apple's Human Interface Guidelines for our mobile app and web accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1) for our Chrome extension, utilizing assistive technology testing to ensure both platforms work seamlessly for all users.
Core Accessibility Features
VoiceOver Support
- Descriptive labels for all buttons, controls, and content
- Clear announcements for meditation timer displays
- Optimized navigation for screen reader users
- Fully accessible session statistics and progress tracking
Voice Control
- Hands-free meditation session management
- Voice-guided navigation through meditations
- Natural language access to journals and settings
- Custom voice commands for meditation actions
Dynamic Type (Larger Text)
- Text scaling across all accessibility sizes
- Intelligent layout adaptation
- No content truncation or overlap
- Clear meditation instructions at all sizes
Dark Mode Support
- System preference-based automatic switching
- High contrast ratios for readability
- Calm aesthetic color selection
- Consistent light and dark mode experiences
Reduced Motion
- Gentle fades replacing smooth transitions
- Simplified breathing circle animations
- System preference compliance
- Unchanged core functionality
Chrome Extension Accessibility
- Keyboard navigation throughout the extension interface
- Screen reader compatible with clear ARIA labels
- High contrast mode support
- Respects system font size preferences
- Focus indicators for all interactive elements
- No mouse-only interactions: all features keyboard accessible
Additional Accessibility Considerations
Audio Accessibility
- Clear narration for meditation guidance
- Optional adjustable background sounds
- Distinct audio tones for timer events
- Visual alternatives for all audio cues
Cognitive Accessibility
- Intuitive, consistent navigation patterns
- Clear, meditation-focused language
- Minimal cognitive load in interface design
- Predictable interaction patterns throughout
Physical Accessibility
- Large, easily tappable interactive targets
- Generous spacing between interactive elements
- Full keyboard and switch control support
- No time limits on interactions
Standards and Testing
Accessibility Testing
We regularly test StillMind mobile app with:
- VoiceOver screen reader
- Voice Control
- Switch Control
- External keyboards
- Various Dynamic Type sizes
We regularly test the Chrome extension with:
- NVDA and JAWS screen readers on Windows
- VoiceOver screen reader on macOS
- Keyboard-only navigation
- Browser zoom at 200%+
- High contrast modes
Compliance Standards
StillMind adheres to:
- WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines (web and Chrome extension)
- Apple's Accessibility Guidelines (mobile app)
- iOS Human Interface Guidelines (mobile app)
- Chrome Extension Accessibility Best Practices
Accessibility Feedback
We're committed to continuously improving accessibility. If you encounter any barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please reach out to us:
- Use the in-app feature request system (Settings → Feature Requests)
- Email us at [email protected] with "Accessibility" in the subject line
Your feedback helps us create a more inclusive meditation experience for everyone.