We believe fermentation tracking should be available to all users, regardless of their abilities. Fermento includes comprehensive accessibility features following Apple's accessibility guidelines to ensure an inclusive experience for all fermentation enthusiasts.

📱 iOS Accessibility

🔊 VoiceOver Support

Full VoiceOver support throughout the app for users with visual impairments.

  • Navigation Labels: All buttons, tabs, and elements have descriptive labels
  • Timer Announcements: Current phase and remaining time are announced
  • Brew Details: Brew type, phase info, and history are labeled
  • Action Feedback: Confirmation announcements for phase advances

📝 Dynamic Type

All text scales with iOS Dynamic Type settings.

  • Scalable Text: All labels and content support Dynamic Type
  • Large Text Support: App remains functional at largest text sizes
  • Timer Display: Time remaining scales clearly
  • Responsive Layout: UI adapts to accommodate larger text

🎯 Large Tap Targets

All interactive elements meet Apple's 44×44pt minimum.

  • Timer Cards: Large, easy-to-tap brew cards
  • Action Buttons: Generously sized buttons
  • Navigation: Clear, large navigation elements
  • Delete Actions: Accessible with confirmation dialogs

🎨 High Contrast

Designed with visual accessibility in mind.

  • Color Contrast: Meets WCAG AA requirements
  • Progress Indicators: Clear visual progress bars
  • Emoji Icons: Universal emoji for brew types
  • Phase Distinction: Clear visual separation between phases

Haptic Feedback

Tactile feedback provides additional confirmation.

  • Action Confirmation: Haptic feedback when advancing phases
  • Completion Feedback: Success haptics when finishing brews
  • Selection Feedback: Light taps for navigation

🍎 System Features

Works seamlessly with iOS accessibility features.

  • Switch Control: Compatible with external switches
  • Reduce Motion: Respects Reduce Motion preferences
  • Guided Access: Works with Guided Access mode
  • Assistive Touch: Full compatibility

✅ Accessibility Standards

📜 WCAG 2.1 Compliance

Following Web Content Accessibility Guidelines adapted for native mobile.

  • Level AA: Meets most WCAG 2.1 Level AA requirements
  • Text Resize: All text resizable without loss of functionality
  • Contrast Ratios: Meets minimum contrast requirements
  • Focus Indicators: Clear focus for all interactive elements
  • Error Prevention: Confirmation dialogs for destructive actions

🌍 Universal Design

Fermento embraces universal design principles.

  • Simple Interface: Clear, straightforward navigation
  • Consistent Layout: Predictable UI patterns throughout
  • Error Recovery: Easy to undo or correct mistakes
  • Flexible Input: Multiple ways to accomplish tasks
  • Clear Feedback: Immediate feedback for all actions

🚀 Continuous Improvement

We're committed to improving accessibility in Fermento. If you encounter accessibility barriers or have suggestions, please contact us at andrejjasso.mail@gmail.com