Sachindex.de, owned and operated by Sachindex Media Ltd., a private company registered in Gibraltar (company number C 92009, Malta Business Registry), is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users. This statement outlines our ongoing efforts to meet WCAG 2.2 Level AA standards and how you can provide feedback or request assistance.
Who is responsible for accessibility at Sachindex.de?
Editorial responsibility for accessibility sits with the Chefredaktör, Daniel Winter, who oversees all editorial standards and publication decisions. The fact-checking team led by Christina Jung and the wider newsroom ensure that content is produced with accessibility in mind. For specific accessibility issues or requests, contact our dedicated accessibility email address.
Day-to-day implementation is handled by the editorial and technical teams under the supervision of the Redaktionschef, Sandra Brandt. The organisation regularly reviews its publishing tools and website features to identify and remove barriers. All staff receive guidance on creating accessible content, including alternative text for images and clear language.
What accessibility standards do we follow?
We aim to conform with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA, published by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). This means we strive to make our digital news content perceivable, operable, understandable and robust for people with disabilities, including those using assistive technologies.
Conformance is an ongoing process. We test our website using automated tools and manual audits, and we prioritise fixes based on user impact. Our Editorial Policy commits us to transparent, accurate journalism, and that commitment extends to ensuring our journalism is accessible to the widest possible audience.
How do we implement keyboard navigation, focus, contrast and reduced motion?
All interactive elements on Sachindex.de are designed to be operable via a keyboard alone, with visible focus indicators that meet WCAG 2.2 contrast requirements. We use a colour palette that provides sufficient contrast between text and background, and we respect system preferences for reduced motion by disabling non‑essential animations.
Our development team tests keyboard navigation across every major page type — articles, section fronts, search results and forms. Focus order follows a logical sequence, and skip‑to‑content links are provided. For users who prefer reduced motion, we avoid auto‑playing video and limit decorative animations. Further details on our technical standards can be found in our Ownership and Funding disclosure, which explains how commercial relationships never compromise editorial quality or accessibility.
What are the known limitations of our accessibility?
Despite our best efforts, some content may present accessibility challenges. Older articles published before our accessibility programme began may not fully meet WCAG 2.2 Level AA, particularly where embedded third‑party media or interactive graphics are involved. We are actively reviewing and remediating such content as resources allow.
External platforms used for hosting reader comments, newsletters or certain embedded features may have their own accessibility limitations. Where we cannot control third‑party tools, we work with providers to improve compatibility. If you encounter a specific barrier, please contact our newsroom so we can investigate and, where possible, provide an alternative format.
How can you report accessibility issues or request alternative formats?
We welcome feedback from all users. If you experience difficulty accessing any part of Sachindex.de, or if you require information in an alternative format (such as plain text, large print or accessible PDF), please email accessibility@sachindex.de. We aim to respond within two business days and to resolve issues as quickly as possible.
You may also submit a formal complaint using our Complaints Procedure, which guarantees a thorough review by the editorial team. For general enquiries about our journalism, visit our contact page. We treat every report seriously and track it as part of our continuous improvement process.
Our commitments
- Maintain conformance with WCAG 2.2 Level AA across all new and updated content published after the date of this statement.
- Conduct annual accessibility audits using both automated tools and manual user testing, with results reported to the Chefredaktör.
- Provide a clear, timely response to every accessibility request or complaint, including alternative formats when feasible.
- Train all editorial and technical staff on accessible content creation and inclusive design principles.
- Review and update this accessibility statement at least once every twelve months, reflecting changes in technology, standards and user feedback.