Accessibility at Notion

At Notion, we are committed to ensuring that our platform is accessible to everyone, regardless of their abilities. We believe that everyone deserves to be able to use our powerful tools to organize their work and life. This accessibility statement outlines our efforts to provide an inclusive and accessible experience for all users. Our dedicated team, led by Dr. Anya Sharma, Head of Inclusive Design, works tirelessly to identify and address accessibility barriers.

Our Commitment

We are guided by the principles of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and aim to conform to Level AA. We continually monitor and improve our platform to meet these standards. Our development process incorporates accessibility considerations from the outset, ensuring that new features are designed with inclusivity in mind. We regularly conduct audits and user testing with individuals with disabilities to identify areas for improvement.

Accessibility Features

Notion includes a range of features designed to enhance accessibility:

• Keyboard Navigation: Full keyboard navigation allows users to navigate and interact with all elements of the interface without a mouse.
• Screen Reader Compatibility: We ensure that our content is structured in a way that is compatible with screen readers, providing meaningful descriptions and alternative text for images.
• Alternative Text: All images and non-text content have descriptive alternative text.
• Adjustable Text Size: Users can adjust the text size within their browser or operating system to suit their needs.
• Color Contrast: We maintain sufficient color contrast between text and background to ensure readability for users with low vision.
• Clear and Consistent Layout: Our interface is designed to be clear, consistent, and easy to understand.
• Form Labels and Instructions: All form fields have clear labels and instructions to guide users.

Keyboard Navigation

Notion is fully navigable using a keyboard. You can use the following keys to navigate our interface:

• Tab: Moves focus to the next interactive element.
• Shift + Tab: Moves focus to the previous interactive element.
• Arrow Keys: Navigate within menus, lists, and other interactive components.
• Enter: Activates a selected element or submits a form.
• Spacebar: Toggles checkboxes or other on/off controls.

We are continuously working to improve our keyboard navigation and address any issues that may arise. For more information on specific keyboard shortcuts, please see our User Guides .

Screen Reader Compatibility

Notion is designed to be compatible with popular screen readers, such as JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver. We use ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes to provide screen readers with additional information about the structure and functionality of our interface.

To ensure optimal screen reader experience, we recommend using the latest version of your preferred screen reader and browser. We regularly test Notion with various screen reader configurations to identify and address any compatibility issues.

Example of our commitment to screen reader accessibility:

"As a visually impaired user, I rely heavily on screen readers. Notion's commitment to ARIA attributes and semantic HTML makes it significantly easier for me to navigate and manage my tasks. The descriptive alt text for images is also a great help." - Michael Chen, User Advocate

Compliance Standards

Notion strives to comply with the following accessibility standards:

• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA: Our goal is to meet or exceed the requirements of WCAG 2.1 Level AA.
• Accessible Rich Internet Applications (ARIA) 1.1: We use ARIA attributes to enhance the accessibility of our dynamic content and user interface components.
• Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act: We aim to comply with Section 508 requirements for electronic and information technology.

We regularly review and update our accessibility practices to align with the latest standards and best practices. Our compliance efforts are overseen by our Accessibility Review Board, which includes representatives from engineering, design, and user experience teams. The board convenes bi-weekly to review progress, address challenges, and set future goals for accessibility improvements.

Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR)

An Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) based on the Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) is available upon request. Please contact us to request a copy of the ACR.

Contact Information

We are committed to continuously improving the accessibility of Notion. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have any suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

• Email: accessibility@notionworkspace.com
• Phone: (415) 555-0123
• Mailing Address: 555 California Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94104

Our accessibility team, led by Emily Carter, is dedicated to addressing your concerns and working to make Notion more accessible for everyone. We strive to respond to all inquiries within 3 business days.

Third-Party Content

Please note that Notion may contain content from third-party sources. While we strive to ensure the accessibility of our own content, we cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party content. However, we encourage third-party content providers to adhere to accessibility standards and will work with them to address any accessibility issues that may arise.

Ongoing Efforts

We are dedicated to ongoing efforts to improve the accessibility of Notion. Our future plans include:

• Conducting regular accessibility audits and user testing.
• Providing accessibility training for our development and design teams.
• Developing new features to address specific accessibility needs.
• Collaborating with accessibility experts and organizations.