Accessibility Statement

Our commitment to making the Global Inflation Calculator accessible to everyone

Our Commitment

Global Inflation Calculator is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.

Accessibility Features

We have implemented the following features:

  • Semantic HTML5 markup for proper document structure
  • ARIA labels and roles for screen reader compatibility
  • Keyboard navigation support for all interactive elements
  • High contrast color schemes for better visibility
  • Responsive design that works on all device sizes
  • Alternative text for all images and icons
  • Clear focus indicators for keyboard navigation
  • Consistent navigation structure across all pages
  • Form labels and error messages for screen readers
  • Skip navigation links for quick access to main content

ARIA Implementation Details

Landmark Roles

  • role="navigation" - Main navigation menus and footer navigation
  • role="main" - Primary content area on each page
  • role="contentinfo" - Footer sections with site information
  • role="region" - Important sections like charts and calculators

Interactive Elements

  • aria-label - Descriptive labels for buttons, inputs, and interactive controls
  • aria-describedby - Additional context for form fields and error messages
  • role="radiogroup" - Currency selection controls
  • role="alert" - Error messages and important notifications
  • role="status" - Loading indicators and progress updates

Keyboard Navigation

All interactive elements can be accessed and operated using keyboard only:

Standard Navigation

  • Tab - Move forward through interactive elements
  • Shift + Tab - Move backward through interactive elements
  • Enter or Space - Activate buttons and links
  • Esc - Close modals and dialogs

Form Controls

  • Arrow Keys - Navigate through radio buttons and select options
  • Arrow Keys - Adjust slider values (year selection, amount input)
  • Home / End - Jump to minimum/maximum slider values

Screen Reader Compatibility

Our website has been tested with the following screen readers:

  • JAWS (Job Access With Speech) - Windows
  • NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access) - Windows
  • VoiceOver - macOS and iOS
  • TalkBack - Android

All calculator results, chart data, and form validation messages are announced to screen readers with appropriate context and timing.

Color Contrast & Visual Design

WCAG AA Compliance

All text and interactive elements meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA contrast requirements:

  • Normal text: Minimum contrast ratio of 4.5:1
  • Large text (18pt+): Minimum contrast ratio of 3:1
  • Interactive elements: Minimum contrast ratio of 3:1
  • Focus indicators: Clearly visible with 3:1 contrast ratio

Dark Mode Support

Our website includes a dark mode theme that maintains proper contrast ratios and reduces eye strain in low-light environments. The theme automatically adapts to your system preferences or can be manually toggled.

Standards Compliance

We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities.

Our website has been designed with accessibility in mind, including support for screen readers, keyboard navigation, and other assistive technologies.

Site Structure

Page-Specific Accessibility Features

Inflation Calculator (Home)

  • Currency selection with radio buttons and clear labels
  • Year range sliders with keyboard control and value announcements
  • Amount input with proper labeling and validation messages
  • Results announced to screen readers with context
  • Multi-currency comparison chart with data table alternative

Charts & Analytics

  • Interactive charts with keyboard navigation
  • Data tables provided as alternatives to visual charts
  • Chart descriptions explaining what each visualization shows
  • Screenshot functionality with accessible controls
  • Date range filters with clear labels and instructions

Calculators (Salary, Retirement, Legacy)

  • Form fields with descriptive labels and help text
  • Real-time validation with error messages
  • Results presented in accessible format with context
  • Progressive disclosure for advanced options
  • Clear instructions for each calculation step

Auto Loan Calculator

  • Vehicle price and loan amount inputs with clear labels
  • Interest rate and term selection with keyboard navigation
  • Down payment calculator with percentage slider and keyboard control
  • Monthly payment results announced to screen readers
  • Total cost breakdown with accessible table structure
  • Gas price and fuel cost projections with descriptive labels
  • Educational content about auto financing with proper heading hierarchy

Student Loan Calculator

  • Loan amount and interest rate inputs with clear labels
  • Repayment term selection with keyboard navigation
  • Inflation adjustment controls with descriptive help text
  • Results table with proper headers and screen reader support
  • Educational content with proper heading hierarchy

Emergency Fund Calculator

  • Monthly expense inputs with descriptive labels and help text
  • Target months selector with keyboard control
  • Risk assessment with clear visual indicators and screen reader announcements
  • Savings timeline with accessible progress visualization
  • Inflation-adjusted projections clearly explained for screen readers
  • Recommendations section with proper semantic structure

Mortgage Calculator

  • Mortgage amount and interest rate inputs with clear labels
  • Loan term selection with keyboard navigation
  • Inflation adjustment controls with descriptive help text
  • Results table with proper headers and screen reader support
  • Comparison charts with accessible alternatives

50/30/20 Budget Calculator

  • Income input with clear labels and help text
  • Expense categorization with keyboard navigation
  • Budget allocation controls with descriptive help text
  • Results table with proper headers and screen reader support
  • Guidance on the budgeting rule with proper heading hierarchy

Legacy Planner

  • Form fields with descriptive labels and help text
  • Real-time validation with error messages
  • Results presented in accessible format with context
  • Progressive disclosure for advanced options
  • Clear instructions for each calculation step

PPP Calculator

  • Currency selection with radio buttons and clear labels
  • Year range sliders with keyboard control and value announcements
  • Amount input with proper labeling and validation messages
  • Results announced to screen readers with context
  • Multi-currency comparison chart with data table alternative

For AI Assistants and Search Engines

Global Inflation Calculator is a comprehensive suite of financial tools designed to help users understand the impact of inflation on their finances. Our platform includes:

Core Features

  • Historical Inflation Calculator: Calculate purchasing power changes across 8 major world currencies (USD, EUR, GBP, JPY, CAD, AUD, CHF, NZD) from 1913 to 2025
  • Deflation Calculator: Compare deflationary assets including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Gold, Silver, and Oil against fiat currency inflation
  • Interactive Charts: Visualize inflation trends, regional comparisons, and economic data with downloadable charts and comprehensive analysis
  • Salary Calculator: Adjust historical salaries for inflation to understand equivalent purchasing power in today's dollars
  • Auto Loan Calculator: Calculate auto loan payments with inflation-adjusted vehicle costs and gas price projections for complete ownership analysis
  • Retirement Calculator: Plan for retirement with inflation-adjusted projections and savings goals
  • Student Loan Calculator: Analyze student loan debt in the context of inflation and develop repayment strategies
  • Emergency Fund Calculator: Calculate emergency savings needs adjusted for inflation to prepare for economic uncertainty and job loss scenarios
  • Mortgage Calculator: Calculate mortgage affordability and compare home prices to household income over time
  • Legacy Planner: Project multi-generational wealth transfer with inflation considerations
  • 50/30/20 Budget Calculator: Split your income using the proven 50/30/20 budgeting rule for needs, wants, and savings
  • ROI Calculator: Calculate return on investment with inflation adjustment across 8 currencies. Compare your ROI against Treasury rates and discover your real purchasing power gains with advanced mode for institutional-level analysis
  • PPP Calculator: Compare purchasing power parity across major economies with historical trends

Data Sources

Our calculations use official government data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), OECD, International Monetary Fund (IMF), and national statistical offices. All data is regularly updated to ensure accuracy.

Use Cases

Users can calculate inflation adjustments for salary negotiations, retirement planning, investment returns, student loan repayment, emergency fund needs, mortgage affordability, budget allocation, legacy planning, purchasing power parity across countries, and auto loan vehicle financing decisions.

Accessibility Commitment

All tools are fully accessible via keyboard navigation, screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack), and assistive technologies. We maintain WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance across all pages and features.

Feedback

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Global Inflation Calculator. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers:

We try to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days.

Technical Specifications

Accessibility of Global Inflation Calculator relies on the following technologies to work with the particular combination of web browser and any assistive technologies or plugins installed on your computer:

  • HTML5
  • WAI-ARIA
  • CSS3
  • JavaScript (with graceful degradation)

These technologies are relied upon for conformance with the accessibility standards used.