This accessibility statement explains how Stadtlogik (stadtlogik.de) works to make its digital news content usable for everyone, including people with disabilities. We are committed to meeting the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA standards across our site. This page describes the features we provide, known limitations, and how you can report issues.
What does our accessibility commitment mean for you?
It means we design and test our website so that people with visual, hearing, motor, or cognitive impairments can read, navigate, and interact with our journalism as independently as possible.
Stadtlogik aims to follow the four principles of accessibility: perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust. We use semantic HTML structure, meaningful alternative text for images, and clear headings to help screen readers and assistive technologies. We also ensure that all functionality is available from a keyboard and that content can be resized without loss of information. Our compliance reviews are conducted regularly, and we update this statement as improvements are made.
How can you navigate this site using a keyboard?
Every major feature on Stadtlogik – including navigation menus, article links, search, and forms – can be operated using only a keyboard, without requiring specific timing or fine motor control.
We provide visible focus indicators on all interactive elements (links, buttons, form fields) so you always know which element is active. Tab order follows the logical reading sequence. You can use the Tab key to move forward and Shift+Tab to move backward. Skip links are placed at the top of each page to allow direct access to main content, bypassing repeated navigation blocks. If you use custom keyboard shortcuts or screen‑reader gestures, our site’s standard HTML behaviour should work predictably.
What about contrast and reduced motion?
We ensure text and interactive elements have sufficient colour contrast against their backgrounds to meet WCAG 2.2 Level AA ratios, and we respect your system preferences for reduced motion.
Our design team tests colour combinations using contrast‑checking tools and avoids relying solely on colour to convey information. If you have set your operating system or browser to ‘prefers‑reduced‑motion’, Stadtlogik will disable non‑essential animations, such as autoplaying carousels or decorative transitions. Essential motion (for example, loading indicators) may still appear but will not cause distraction or discomfort. You can also adjust your own browser or device settings to further customise contrast, font size, and spacing.
Are there any known limitations?
We are aware of a small number of areas that do not yet fully meet WCAG 2.2 Level AA, and we are working to address them.
- Some older interactive graphics (published before 2025) may not be fully navigable by keyboard or readable by screen readers. We are gradually replacing these with accessible alternatives.
- PDF documents linked from articles sometimes lack proper tagging and may not be fully accessible. Where possible we provide an HTML summary or plan to replace them with accessible web pages.
- Third‑party embedded content (e.g., social media widgets, maps) may not always meet our accessibility standards. We limit such embeds and provide text‑based alternatives where practical.
- Live comment threads or real‑time updates may cause screen‑reader interruptions; we are exploring better notification patterns.
We prioritise fixes based on user feedback and impact. If you encounter a barrier not listed here, please let us know.
How this works in practice
Consider a reader who uses a screen reader to access our article on the Swedish 2025 budget. They land on the homepage, press Tab to reach the ‘skip to content’ link, then navigate through the article using heading levels (h1, h2, h3). All graphs and charts in the story include descriptive alt text summarising the key data. The reader can use arrow keys to browse a collapsed table of figures, which expands on keyboard activation. If they need to adjust text size, they press Ctrl+Plus in their browser, and the layout reflows without horizontal scrolling or missing text. After finishing the article, they Tab to the ‘Related stories’ links and select one with Enter. The entire experience – from landing to leaving – works without a mouse and without losing context.
Who we are
Stadtlogik is operated by Stadtlogik Media Ltd., a private company registered in Gibraltar (company number C 92009, Malta Business Registry). Our registered office is Office 9, Business Centre, Valletta, 0000. You can read more about our ownership and funding on our Ownership & Funding page. Our editorial standards, including our commitment to accuracy and correction, are set out in the Editorial Policy.
What to do if you encounter an accessibility issue
We value your feedback. If any part of our site is difficult to use, or if you have suggestions for improvement, please contact our accessibility team.
Email us directly at accessibility@stadtlogik.de. You can also reach our editorial team through the Contact page or submit a formal complaint using our Complaints Procedure. We aim to acknowledge all accessibility reports within two business days and to provide a timeline for resolution. If you require information in an alternative format (such as large print or plain text), we will do our best to accommodate you.
In short
Stadtlogik is dedicated to making its journalism accessible to everyone, and we continuously test and improve our site to meet WCAG 2.2 Level AA. Your feedback helps us identify gaps and prioritise fixes, ensuring that our news remains readable, navigable, and usable for all readers.