Accessibility Statement for patrickmcguirk.com
Created October 16th, 2025 (Written by Google Gemini and edited and approved by Patrick McGuirk)
This part is me, the rest is Google Gemini. I am autistic and I hate badly designed websites that frustrate me. I used Wix.com to create this website. Although I am not a web developer , I am committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all visitors to patrickmcguirk.com, including people with disabilities. I am continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards. If you are a web developer and have any constructive criticism, I am all ears, and you can email me using the link below or pjmcguirk85@hotmail.com. I will do what I can. The rest of this accessibility statement has to do with how Wix is run.
1. Conformance Status
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 defines requirements for improving accessibility. It sets three levels of conformance: A, AA, and AAA.
patrickmcguirk.com aims to be conformant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA. I recognize that accessibility is an ongoing effort, and I'm working hard to meet and maintain this standard.
2. Website Platform
This website is hosted and managed using the Wix.com platform. I use the built-in accessibility features provided by Wix, such as their Accessibility Wizard and tools, to help me identify and fix common accessibility issues. While Wix provides a good foundation, the content and design choices I make also play a crucial role.
3. Feedback and Contact Information
I welcome your feedback on the accessibility of patrickmcguirk.com. Please let me know if you encounter accessibility barriers on the site:
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Email: pjmcguirk85@hotmail.com
As the sole site owner, I will try to respond to feedback and address any issues within 5 business days.
4. Technical Specifications
Accessibility of patrickmcguirk.com relies on the following technologies to work with your web browser and any assistive technologies or plugins you may have installed:
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HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (as implemented by the Wix platform)
These technologies are relied upon for conformance with the accessibility standards.
5. Assessment Approach
I assess the accessibility of patrickmcguirk.com through self-evaluation and internal testing. As the sole manager of this site, I use the Wix Accessibility Wizard and other internal tools, along with manual checks, to routinely monitor and fix issues.
6. Limitations and Alternatives
Despite my best efforts to ensure the accessibility of patrickmcguirk.com, some limitations may exist. Please contact me if you observe an issue not listed below.
Known Limitations:
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Older or Third-Party Embedded Content: Some legacy content or third-party widgets (e.g., social media feeds, external video embeds) may not fully meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards. I strive to use accessible alternatives where possible, and I'm working to update any older content.
I continuously monitor and work to address any new issues I identify.