Last Updated: February 4, 2026 Effective: February 4, 2026
Cleft is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply relevant accessibility standards to provide equal access and opportunity to all users. Cleft is a native app for Apple platforms (iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS) with supporting websites at cleftnotes.com and learn.cleftnotes.com. This statement covers accessibility across both the app and our web properties. EU Accessibility Act Compliance: We are actively compliant with EU Accessibility Act requirements, which became fully enforceable on June 28, 2025, through compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards and Apple's Human Interface Guidelines for accessibility.
- WCAG 2.1 AA - Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (websites and documentation) - Apple Human Interface Guidelines - Accessibility best practices for native apps - EN 301 549 - European Standard for ICT Accessibility - Section 508 - U.S. Federal Accessibility Standards - EU Accessibility Act - European Union accessibility legislation
- 100+ VoiceOver labels and hints across 49 files, covering navigation, recording controls, note editing, settings, and onboarding - 65 accessibility identifiers organized across 9 categories for consistent UI testing (AccessibilityIdentifiers.swift) - VoiceOver tested across iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS
- 64+ keyboard shortcuts for recording, editing, navigation, and app controls - 52 .fastHelp() tooltips that display keyboard shortcut hints on hover - Editor zoom via Cmd+/- and Cmd+0 (10pt-32pt range, persisted across sessions) - Full keyboard navigation support with visible focus indicators - @FocusState management across 15 files for predictable focus behavior in auth, editor, search, and settings flows - DelayedFocusModifier workaround for iPadOS 26 keyboard focus regression
- 44pt minimum touch targets (Apple HIG compliant) across 18+ buttons on iPhone and iPad - FormatFilterDial tap-to-select interaction built with accessibility from day one - Color is not used as the sole means of conveying information - Consistent identification of UI components
- Light and dark mode with system appearance support - Editor zoom support (Cmd+/-, 10pt-32pt range) for customizable text size - We aim for sufficient color contrast across the interface - Focus indicators visible for keyboard navigation
Screen Readers: VoiceOver (iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS) Voice Control: Apple Voice Control (iOS, macOS) Switch Control: Switch Control (iOS, iPadOS) Keyboard Access: Full Keyboard Access (macOS, iPadOS), 64+ shortcuts Display: System dark mode, Increase Contrast (macOS), Bold Text
Our websites (cleftnotes.com and learn.cleftnotes.com) conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA.
- Logical heading hierarchy and semantic markup - Descriptive page titles and link text - Consistent navigation structure - Keyboard navigation support - Alternative text for images - Responsive design for mobile accessibility - Clear and simple language
cleftnotes.com: 100/100 (Lighthouse accessibility audit)
Our website accessibility features work with: - Safari (latest 2 versions) - Chrome (latest 2 versions) - Firefox (latest 2 versions) - Edge (latest 2 versions)
- VoiceOver with Safari (macOS, iOS) - NVDA with Firefox/Chrome (Windows) - JAWS with Chrome/Edge (Windows)
We believe in honest disclosure of accessibility gaps we're actively working on.
Full VoiceOver coverage - RecordingView and UnfinishedNoteDetailView need labels (Issue #1035) Keyboard shortcuts audit - Comprehensive review of all shortcuts for consistency (Issue #995)
No native Dynamic Type - Cleft uses a custom zoom system (10pt-32pt) rather than @ScaledMetric. System-wide Dynamic Type changes do not affect the editor. No adjustable accessibility actions - Slider controls do not yet implement .accessibilityAdjustableAction Alternative formats - Large print and audio versions of documentation available upon request
PDF Documents - Contact accessibility@cleftnotes.com for alternative formats Complex Images - Detailed descriptions available upon request
- Xcode Accessibility Inspector - Automated element auditing and contrast checking - XCUITest - 65 accessibility identifiers for automated UI testing - Manual VoiceOver testing - iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS - Keyboard-only navigation testing - macOS and iPadOS with external keyboard - Device testing - iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch
- Lighthouse accessibility audits (100/100 score) - Manual screen reader testing with VoiceOver - Keyboard-only navigation testing
Each Release - Accessibility review of new and updated features Quarterly - Comprehensive app-wide accessibility review Annually - Third-party accessibility assessment Ongoing - User feedback incorporation and testing
- All team members receive accessibility training - Regular updates on Apple accessibility best practices - User empathy training with assistive technology simulation
Email: accessibility@cleftnotes.com General Support: hello@cleftnotes.com Response Time: Within 24 hours for accessibility issues
- Description of the accessibility barrier you encountered - Which Cleft platform you were using (iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, or website) - Assistive technology you were using (if applicable) - App version and device/OS version - Suggested solution (if you have one)
We can provide information in alternative formats upon request: - Large print documents - Plain text versions - Simplified language versions - Screen reader optimized formats
1. Report Issues: Use any of the contact methods above 2. Investigation: We investigate all accessibility concerns within 5 business days 3. Response: We provide a detailed response within 10 business days 4. Resolution: We work to resolve issues as quickly as possible 5. Follow-up: We follow up to ensure the solution meets your needs
If you're not satisfied with our response to an accessibility concern: 1. Contact our Data Protection Officer: DPO@cleftnotes.com 2. Include details of your original concern and our response 3. We will review and respond within 14 business days 4. If still unresolved, contact relevant regulatory authorities in your jurisdiction
- Enforcement Date: June 28, 2025 (now in effect) - Applicable Standards: EN 301 549 v3.2.1 (incorporating WCAG 2.1 AA) - Scope: All digital services including native apps, documentation, and websites - Status: Actively compliant with WCAG 2.1 AA standards and Apple HIG accessibility guidelines
All accessibility data handling complies with GDPR. See our Privacy Policy (https://www.cleftnotes.com/privacy) for full details.
- Privacy Policy: https://www.cleftnotes.com/privacy - Terms of Service: https://www.cleftnotes.com/terms - Cookie Policy: https://www.cleftnotes.com/cookies - Vendor Disclosure: https://learn.cleftnotes.com/trust/vendors
- EU Accessibility Act Information: https://commission.europa.eu/strategy-and-policy/policies/justice-and-fundamental-rights/disability/union-equality-strategy-rights-persons-disabilities-2021-2030/european-accessibility-act_en - WCAG 2.1 AA Guidelines: https://www.w3.org/WAI/WCAG21/quickref/?levels=aa - Apple Accessibility: https://www.apple.com/accessibility/
Accessibility: accessibility@cleftnotes.com General: hello@cleftnotes.com Privacy: privacy@cleftnotes.com Data Protection Officer: Jonathan Cosgrove Email: DPO@cleftnotes.com
Company Information: Cleft AI Limited 3 Ard na Greine, Eaton Brae, Dublin D14 YN25, Ireland Website: https://www.cleftnotes.com
Version History: - Current: February 4, 2026 - Updated to reflect Cleft v1.11.0 accessibility features and Apple platform support - Previous: September 10, 2025 - Initial Accessibility Statement Last Updated: February 4, 2026
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Last Updated: February 4, 2026
Effective: February 4, 2026
Cleft is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply relevant accessibility standards to provide equal access and opportunity to all users.
Cleft is a native app for Apple platforms (iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS) with supporting websites at cleftnotes.com and learn.cleftnotes.com. This statement covers accessibility across both the app and our web properties.
EU Accessibility Act Compliance: We are actively compliant with EU Accessibility Act requirements, which became fully enforceable on June 28, 2025, through compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards and Apple’s Human Interface Guidelines for accessibility.
Our websites (cleftnotes.com and learn.cleftnotes.com) conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA.
cleftnotes.com: 100/100 (Lighthouse accessibility audit)
Our website accessibility features work with:
We believe in honest disclosure of accessibility gaps we're actively working on.
Full VoiceOver coverage — RecordingView and UnfinishedNoteDetailView need labels (Issue #1035) Keyboard shortcuts audit — Comprehensive review of all shortcuts for consistency (Issue #995)
No native Dynamic Type — Cleft uses a custom zoom system (10pt–32pt) rather than @ScaledMetric. System-wide Dynamic Type changes do not affect the editor.
No adjustable accessibility actions — Slider controls do not yet implement .accessibilityAdjustableAction. Alternative formats — Large print and audio versions of documentation available upon request.
For text size adjustments, use Cleft's built-in zoom controls (⌘+ / ⌘- on Mac, pinch-to-zoom on iOS). For screen reader navigation, VoiceOver rotor supports headings, links, and form controls throughout the app.
We conduct accessibility reviews at each major release. Our automated test suite includes 456 accessibility-specific assertions that run with every build. We monitor user feedback channels for accessibility-related issues and prioritize them accordingly.
If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using Cleft, please contact us. We take accessibility feedback seriously and will work to address issues promptly.
This accessibility statement and other documentation are available in alternative formats upon request:
If you are not satisfied with our response to an accessibility issue, you may escalate through the following procedure:
Accessibility features in Cleft are designed with privacy in mind. On-device transcription via Whisper.cpp means your voice data never leaves your device. For full details on how we handle your data, see our Privacy Policy at cleftnotes.com/privacy.
Cleft AI Ltd Accessibility Team Email: accessibility@cleftnotes.com General: hello@cleftnotes.com
We respond to accessibility inquiries within 2 business days. For urgent accessibility issues that prevent you from using Cleft, please include "URGENT" in your email subject line.
Last Updated: February 2, 2026 Effective Date: February 2, 2026
Cleft AI Ltd ("Cleft," "we," "us") is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply the relevant accessibility standards.
Cleft is a voice-to-text note-taking app available on iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS. Because our core mission is turning speech into text, we have a special responsibility to ensure our app works well with assistive technologies.
We recognize that accessibility is an ongoing effort. This statement describes the current accessibility features of Cleft, known limitations, and our plans for improvement.
Our websites (cleftnotes.com, cleft.ai, learn.cleftnotes.com) are built with accessibility in mind.
Our websites target a Google Lighthouse accessibility score of 95 or higher. We run automated audits with each deployment.
Our websites are tested and compatible with the following browsers and assistive technologies:
We are actively working to improve accessibility across all platforms. The following areas are under active development.
Full VoiceOver coverage for RecordingView and UnfinishedNoteDetailView (Issue #1035). Welcome Card onboarding accessibility (Issue #994). Keyboard shortcuts audit for consistency (Issue #995).
No native Dynamic Type — Cleft uses a custom zoom system (10pt–32pt) rather than @ScaledMetric. System-wide Dynamic Type changes do not affect the editor.
No adjustable accessibility actions — Slider controls do not yet implement .accessibilityAdjustableAction. Alternative formats — Large print and audio versions of documentation available upon request.
For text size adjustments, use Cleft's built-in zoom controls (⌘+ / ⌘- on Mac, pinch-to-zoom on iOS). For screen reader navigation, VoiceOver rotor supports headings, links, and form controls throughout the app.
