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The turnaround time is influenced by five factors: 1.) Service Speed: Express or Regular 2.) Shipping Speed: Standard or Express 3.) The medium of your painting 4.) The size of your painting 5.) Revision requests. We provide unlimited revisions free of charge, and your delivery time is based on the day you approve your order. See our turnaround chart here on this page (Scroll down to the button that says "Turnaround times." Medium Size Portraits (Oil & Acrylic) (20x25cm - 50x60cm) Big Size Portraits (Oil & Acrylic) (60x75cm - 120x180cm) Charcoal, Pencil, Watercolor, Pastel and Orders with Video Service Regular service 26 days 31 days 35 days Express service* 16 days 22 days 30 days Express Service* + Express Shipping** 13 days 16 days 20 days Looking for something with a shorter turnaround? Order a Gift Card! * Express service means that we start working on your order immediately. You can choose it when you are at the shopping cart page. This service costs an additional 15% ** Express Shipping will reduce the shipping by a few days. You will be able to choose this service right after approving your painting, hence no need to decide right now. The price of Express Shipping varies from 19 € - 99 € (depending on choice of framing and size of painting) See our turnaround chart here on this page (Scroll down to the button that says "Turnaround times." Medium Size Portraits (Oil & Acrylic) (20x25cm - 50x60cm) Regular service 26 days Express service* 16 days Express Service* + Express Shipping** 13 days Big Size Portraits (Oil & Acrylic) (60x75cm - 120x180cm) Regular service 31 days Express service* 22 days Express Service* + Express Shipping** 16 days Charcoal, Pencil, Watercolor, Pastel and Orders with Video Service Regular service 35 days Express service* 30 days Express Service* + Express Shipping** 20 days Looking for something with a shorter turnaround? Order a Gift Card! * Express service means that we start working on your order immediately. You can choose it when you are at the shopping cart page. This service costs an additional 15% ** Express Shipping will reduce the shipping by a few days. You will be able to choose this service right after approving your painting, hence no need to decide right now. The price of Express Shipping varies from 19 € - 99 € (depending on choice of framing and size of painting) What is express service? Our express service allows you to move your order to the front of the Paint Your Life queue and improve your turnaround time for a 15% service charge. For the exact turnaround, please check here. Do you offer express shipping? Yes, we do for most sizes! Express Shipping will reduce the shipping time by a few days. You can choose this service and see the exact shipping time-frames right after approving your painting. The price of Express Shipping varies from 8 € - 70 € (depending on the choice of framing and size of the painting). How long does it take for modifications to be made to my painting? Modification of artwork can take anywhere between 1 to 3 days depending on the complexity of your request(s). Do you ship to APO, FPO, or PO Boxes? Unfortunately, due to the size of our products we are not able to ship artwork to APO, FPO, or PO Boxes. Do you ship globally? Yes, we do! We ship to any destination, worldwide. How do you protect my shipment? The safety of your artwork is super important to us! Our shipping team will make sure that your order is safely wrapped in multiple protective layers, hard-shelled in a protective shipping box, and marked “fragile.” * PHOTO EDITING How does photo editing work? Our graphic designers are fully equipped to make just about any digital enhancement to your photos that you’d like. We can enhance colors, merge several images into a single composition, cut out any unnecessary imagery in the background, and so much more! Just about any request is possible with our outstanding editing team. *Please note that our artists will only begin working on your artwork AFTER you’ve approved the digital photo mockup. This process allows you to make sure that your vision is fully understood and implemented before moving forward to painting. Can you combine multiple photos into a single portrait? Yes, we can! You can upload (or email) several photographs and we can combine subjects from each photo into a single artwork. Simply give us detailed instructions when placing your order, by using the comment box. What if my photo is damaged or not of the highest quality? We can restore or improve almost any kind of photo! Our editing team works some serious "magic" ;) Click here to view some examples. If for some reason, the quality of your photo is too low to be restored, we will refund your downpayment of 20% no questions asked. Can you restore old photos or colorize black & white photos? If a photo requires restoration, we will do so automatically, before starting your order. If you would like to colorize a black & white photo, just mention it in the comment box during your order process. *Please note: any details that you can share will help our editors to colorize your photo correctly (for example: "The hair should be blond and the eyes should be blue"). We will send you the colorized photo for approval before continuing. We provide this service at no extra cost to you. Can I make any special request for the photo editing? During your order process, you will find a comment box, where you have the opportunity to make any and all requests for the digital enhancement of your photo. Our graphic designers can perform “magic” and make just about any photo-edit that you’d like. We can adjust colors, merge several images into a single composition, change the background, add or eliminate figures and objects, and much more! Just about any request is possible with our outstanding editing team. All, at no extra cost to you. * GENERAL QUESTIONS How can I log in? To log in, please follow this link Can I talk to the artist? While you cannot talk directly to artists, they will receive all of your input, feedback, and modification requests via our online customer service team and our studio managers. Will I be able to preview my portrait before receiving it? Absolutely! You will receive a photo of the artwork as soon as our artist will finish painting. We will ask you for a final approval before shipping your order out. Do you show all artwork on your online galleries? No, we only display artwork in our gallery if we have received approval from our customers. Is my private information protected? Yes, it is. All the information gathered through our secure server is used solely to process your order. We will never sell or share your private information with any 3rd party. What is your refund policy? We guarantee 100% satisfaction with the final result or a full refund. What is your return policy? Click here to review our return policy. * PRICES AND PAYMENTS How much does a painting cost? Our paintings vary in cost depending on the size and the number of subjects in the painting. The most delicate part of each painting is capturing the faces of each subject. These detailed features take time and skill to execute. For this reason, we need to know the number of subjects in the painting, so we can determine the complexity of the painting, and price it accordingly. For more information about pricing, visit our price page . When do I pay for my artwork? You will be asked to pay a 20% downpayment while placing your order. The remaining balance of 80% will be charged only after you approve the final draft of your painting. Do you offer a payment plan? Yes, we offer 3 options of payment plans (only for US customers) that can be used for paying both the 20% advance payment and the balance payment. 4 bi-weekly payments, using your card - via QuadPay. 6 monthly payments (only valid for payments over $99), using your PayPal - via PayPal Credit. 4 bi-weekly payments, using your PayPal - via Pay in 4. Do you charge extra for modifications? Nope! We offer unlimited modifications, free of charge. What payment methods do you accept? 1.) Credit Card: Pay directly on our website using your credit card 2.) PayPal: Pay with your PayPal account or use PayPal secure checkout to pay with your credit card by clicking the Don't have a PayPal account? link on the payment page. 3.) Google Pay: Pay with your digital wallet using Android devices. *Please note that we are unable to accept any other form of payment, including checks. Can I use 2 different cards/payment options? Yes! You can use different payment methods for your 20% downpayment and your 80% final payment. However, please note that we can only accept a single payment method for your final payment (80% of the purchase cost). Can I buy a Gift Card? Absolutely! This is a popular gift idea, especially if you’re running short on time! Your gift card recipient will receive a beautifully designed email with a unique coupon code. Order a Gift Card * ORDERING Can I choose a specific artist? Yes, you can! Simply browse our online gallery. When you hover over any image, you will see the artist's name, with a 'more paintings' link which will allow you to see all paintings of this artist. Once you've decided on the artist you like the best, choose a painting of his / her that inspires you, hover over it and click 'I want this artist to paint my photo' button. We will pass your order to the artist you've chosen and let him/her know which painting you liked so that they can try and paint yours in a similar style. What is the video service? We will shoot a video of the artist painting your portrait from the beginning to the end and then, we'll edit it into a 2-minute time-lapse video which will be sent to you via email. Can I order a custom size? Absolutely! Simply add your desired size while placing your order. Please note that your custom size can't be smaller than 20x25cm or bigger than 48x72 inches. What is the cost of custom sizes? To calculate the cost of custom-sized artwork, visit this page and apply the size you would like in the “custom-size” field. Then click “apply.” What framing options do you offer? We offer two standard options: 1.) Rolled - your artwork will be shipped rolled in an art tube. 2.) Framed - your artwork will be delivered framed and ready to hang. All frames are made of solid wood. All frames are made of solid wood Rolled 2.3cm White paint flat profile contemporary Zoom Frame 2.2cm Scandinavian Gold Zoom Frame 1.8cm Contemporary Narrow White Zoom Frame 2.2cm Dark Red Zoom Frame 2.2cm Natural Green Zoom Frame 2.2cm Red wood finish Zoom Frame When do I choose the frame? You can choose your frame right after you’ve approved the final draft of your artwork. Our online frame mockup tool will generate every frame model with your finished artwork image to ease the process of frame selection for you. How do I apply a coupon code? You can apply your coupon code on the shopping cart page while placing your order. Cannot upload your photo? No worries, we've got you covered! If your photo is too "heavy" or is of a format that our website doesn't accept, you can continue placing your order and send it as an attachment directly to team@paintyourlife.com. Our team will upload the photo to your order for you. Why are the number of subjects limited for some sizes? We want to ensure that you receive the highest-quality painting possible. In order to paint faces, our artists need at least 7x7cm of canvas/paper to work with. Adding multiple subjects to smaller size canvases limits the room for the artist to clearly display facial details or background elements. Why aren’t smaller sizes available? We want to ensure that you receive the highest-quality painting possible. For faces, our artists need at least 7x7cm on the canvas/paper to achieve the best level of detail you'll be happy with. An artwork with a canvas/paper smaller than 20x25cm will give no room to our artists to display clear facial details or background elements. Can I choose the background for my painting? Yes, you can! And at no extra cost to you ;) When placing your order, you’ll have the opportunity to let us know about any changes you wish to have made to your photo including the background. Can I change the artist I’ve chosen? You are welcome to change or request a specific artist BEFORE the painting process has begun. However, once your painting has begun, it is not possible to change to a new artist. What medium is best for my photo? Great question! This is above all, a matter of personal taste. To help you decide, we suggest that you browse our oil, charcoal,pastel, watercolor, pencil and acrylic galleries, and get a feel for what you like best. Our most popular medium is oil, so if you are unsure what to choose, it's a safe bet :) Popular Oil Charcoal Black Pencil Color Pencil Watercolor Pastel Acrylic Characteristics Oil is the most popular medium and is the most vivid reflection of photos. All styles and techniques are available to the artist who paints in oil, where most other mediums are limited in their stylistic ranges. An oil painting is a natural heirloom you will be proud to have in the family for generations. Material & Framing: Oil is painted on canvas and doesn't require a protective glass. Works best for: Whatever photo you choose, Oil will be a good fit. If you are unsure what medium to choose, Oil will be a safe choice. Characteristics Artistic simpleness with black and white. While charcoals grant the lively drama of any black-and-white medium, they are usually far more high-contrast than pencil drawings. In fact, contrast is the very nature of charcoals. The darker blacks obtainable from charcoals give a certain drama that would be more subtle in other mediums. If you love black and white pictures, and seek to make a powerful statement, consider charcoals as your medium. Material & Framing: Painted on paper and requires a protective glass when framed. Works best for: If your photo is an outdoor / landscape picture, or if you'd like the background to be painted in detail, consider other mediums. As you can see here those beautiful portraits are focused on the subject of the painting, with hardly any background painted. Also, if you are short in time, Charcoal / Pencil are good choices since they don't require several layers and don't need to dry and therefore allow a faster turnaround Characteristics Pencils can go from very light to very deep in hue and depth. The fine lines of a sharpened pencil are nearly impossible to duplicate with a brush, and completely unavailable for pastels or charcoal. Shading with pencils is one of the nicest characteristics this medium provides. Material & Framing: Painted on paper and requires a protective glass when framed. Works best for: Pencil portraits are usually ordered in small sizes, and are a perfect fit for a fairly small room / wall. Characteristics Watercolor is a very distinctive kind of painting medium. The transparent watercolor distinguishes your painting from all other mediums. The magic of color mixed with water gives the painting a soft, rustic, antique feeling. Material & Framing: Painted on paper and requires a protective glass when framed. Works best for: Watercolor works very well for houses and outdoor / landscape. Characteristics Pastel is a very dry medium, and therefore may appear somewhat flatter than other mediums. Nevertheless, it possesses its own undeniable charm. Material & Framing: Painted on paper and requires a protective glass when framed. Works best for: Choose pastel for making portraits of both people and pets, because the results are high in texture and visual interest. Characteristics Before you decide between oil and acrylic mediums, you should know that they often appear identical. The main advantages of choosing acrylics over oils are that they can sometimes appear somewhat more saturated in color. Acrylic is more vibrant than oil, therefore, some will prefer Acrylic as the medium for a landscape painting. Material & Framing: Acrylic is painted on canvas and doesn't require a protective glass. Works best for: Like oils, acrylics work well for just about any photo. * TURNAROUND / SHIPPING When will I receive my painting? The turnaround time is influenced by five factors: 1.) Service Speed: Express or Regular 2.) Shipping Speed: Standard or Express 3.) The medium of your painting 4.) The size of your painting 5.) Revision requests. We provide unlimited revisions free of charge, and your delivery time is based on the day you approve your order. See our turnaround chart here on this page (Scroll down to the button that says "Turnaround times." Medium Size Portraits (Oil & Acrylic) (20x25cm - 50x60cm) Big Size Portraits (Oil & Acrylic) (60x75cm - 120x180cm) Charcoal, Pencil, Watercolor, Pastel and Orders with Video Service Regular service 26 days 31 days 35 days Express service* 16 days 22 days 30 days Express Service* + Express Shipping** 13 days 16 days 20 days Looking for something with a shorter turnaround? Order a Gift Card! * Express service means that we start working on your order immediately. You can choose it when you are at the shopping cart page. This service costs an additional 15% ** Express Shipping will reduce the shipping by a few days. You will be able to choose this service right after approving your painting, hence no need to decide right now. The price of Express Shipping varies from 19 € - 99 € (depending on choice of framing and size of painting) See our turnaround chart here on this page (Scroll down to the button that says "Turnaround times." Medium Size Portraits (Oil & Acrylic) (20x25cm - 50x60cm) Regular service 26 days Express service* 16 days Express Service* + Express Shipping** 13 days Big Size Portraits (Oil & Acrylic) (60x75cm - 120x180cm) Regular service 31 days Express service* 22 days Express Service* + Express Shipping** 16 days Charcoal, Pencil, Watercolor, Pastel and Orders with Video Service Regular service 35 days Express service* 30 days Express Service* + Express Shipping** 20 days Looking for something with a shorter turnaround? Order a Gift Card! * Express service means that we start working on your order immediately. You can choose it when you are at the shopping cart page. This service costs an additional 15% ** Express Shipping will reduce the shipping by a few days. You will be able to choose this service right after approving your painting, hence no need to decide right now. The price of Express Shipping varies from 19 € - 99 € (depending on choice of framing and size of painting) What is express service? Our express service allows you to move your order to the front of the Paint Your Life queue and improve your turnaround time for a 15% service charge. For the exact turnaround, please check here. Do you offer express shipping? Yes, we do for most sizes! Express Shipping will reduce the shipping time by a few days. You can choose this service and see the exact shipping time-frames right after approving your painting. The price of Express Shipping varies from 8 € - 70 € (depending on the choice of framing and size of the painting). How long does it take for modifications to be made to my painting? Modification of artwork can take anywhere between 1 to 3 days depending on the complexity of your request(s). Do you ship to APO, FPO, or PO Boxes? Unfortunately, due to the size of our products we are not able to ship artwork to APO, FPO, or PO Boxes. Do you ship globally? Yes, we do! We ship to any destination, worldwide. How do you protect my shipment? The safety of your artwork is super important to us! Our shipping team will make sure that your order is safely wrapped in multiple protective layers, hard-shelled in a protective shipping box, and marked “fragile.” * PRICES AND PAYMENTS How much does a painting cost? Our paintings vary in cost depending on the size and the number of subjects in the painting. The most delicate part of each painting is capturing the faces of each subject. These detailed features take time and skill to execute. For this reason, we need to know the number of subjects in the painting, so we can determine the complexity of the painting, and price it accordingly. For more information about pricing, visit our price page . When do I pay for my artwork? You will be asked to pay a 20% downpayment while placing your order. The remaining balance of 80% will be charged only after you approve the final draft of your painting. Do you offer a payment plan? Yes, we offer 3 options of payment plans (only for US customers) that can be used for paying both the 20% advance payment and the balance payment. 4 bi-weekly payments, using your card - via QuadPay. 6 monthly payments (only valid for payments over $99), using your PayPal - via PayPal Credit. 4 bi-weekly payments, using your PayPal - via Pay in 4. Do you charge extra for modifications? Nope! We offer unlimited modifications, free of charge. What payment methods do you accept? 1.) Credit Card: Pay directly on our website using your credit card 2.) PayPal: Pay with your PayPal account or use PayPal secure checkout to pay with your credit card by clicking the Don't have a PayPal account? link on the payment page. 3.) Google Pay: Pay with your digital wallet using Android devices. *Please note that we are unable to accept any other form of payment, including checks. Can I use 2 different cards/payment options? Yes! You can use different payment methods for your 20% downpayment and your 80% final payment. However, please note that we can only accept a single payment method for your final payment (80% of the purchase cost). Can I buy a Gift Card? Absolutely! This is a popular gift idea, especially if you’re running short on time! Your gift card recipient will receive a beautifully designed email with a unique coupon code. Order a Gift Card * ORDERING Can I choose a specific artist? Yes, you can! Simply browse our online gallery. When you hover over any image, you will see the artist's name, with a 'more paintings' link which will allow you to see all paintings of this artist. Once you've decided on the artist you like the best, choose a painting of his / her that inspires you, hover over it and click 'I want this artist to paint my photo' button. We will pass your order to the artist you've chosen and let him/her know which painting you liked so that they can try and paint yours in a similar style. What is the video service? We will shoot a video of the artist painting your portrait from the beginning to the end and then, we'll edit it into a 2-minute time-lapse video which will be sent to you via email. Can I order a custom size? Absolutely! Simply add your desired size while placing your order. Please note that your custom size can't be smaller than 20x25cm or bigger than 48x72 inches. What is the cost of custom sizes? To calculate the cost of custom-sized artwork, visit this page and apply the size you would like in the “custom-size” field. Then click “apply.” What framing options do you offer? We offer two standard options: 1.) Rolled - your artwork will be shipped rolled in an art tube. 2.) Framed - your artwork will be delivered framed and ready to hang. All frames are made of solid wood. All frames are made of solid wood Rolled 2.3cm White paint flat profile contemporary Zoom Frame 2.2cm Scandinavian Gold Zoom Frame 1.8cm Contemporary Narrow White Zoom Frame 2.2cm Dark Red Zoom Frame 2.2cm Natural Green Zoom Frame 2.2cm Red wood finish Zoom Frame When do I choose the frame? You can choose your frame right after you’ve approved the final draft of your artwork. Our online frame mockup tool will generate every frame model with your finished artwork image to ease the process of frame selection for you. How do I apply a coupon code? You can apply your coupon code on the shopping cart page while placing your order. Cannot upload your photo? No worries, we've got you covered! If your photo is too "heavy" or is of a format that our website doesn't accept, you can continue placing your order and send it as an attachment directly to team@paintyourlife.com. Our team will upload the photo to your order for you. Why are the number of subjects limited for some sizes? We want to ensure that you receive the highest-quality painting possible. In order to paint faces, our artists need at least 7x7cm of canvas/paper to work with. Adding multiple subjects to smaller size canvases limits the room for the artist to clearly display facial details or background elements. Why aren’t smaller sizes available? We want to ensure that you receive the highest-quality painting possible. For faces, our artists need at least 7x7cm on the canvas/paper to achieve the best level of detail you'll be happy with. An artwork with a canvas/paper smaller than 20x25cm will give no room to our artists to display clear facial details or background elements. Can I choose the background for my painting? Yes, you can! And at no extra cost to you ;) When placing your order, you’ll have the opportunity to let us know about any changes you wish to have made to your photo including the background. Can I change the artist I’ve chosen? You are welcome to change or request a specific artist BEFORE the painting process has begun. However, once your painting has begun, it is not possible to change to a new artist. What medium is best for my photo? Great question! This is above all, a matter of personal taste. To help you decide, we suggest that you browse our oil, charcoal,pastel, watercolor, pencil and acrylic galleries, and get a feel for what you like best. Our most popular medium is oil, so if you are unsure what to choose, it's a safe bet :) Popular Oil Charcoal Black Pencil Color Pencil Watercolor Pastel Acrylic Characteristics Oil is the most popular medium and is the most vivid reflection of photos. All styles and techniques are available to the artist who paints in oil, where most other mediums are limited in their stylistic ranges. An oil painting is a natural heirloom you will be proud to have in the family for generations. Material & Framing: Oil is painted on canvas and doesn't require a protective glass. Works best for: Whatever photo you choose, Oil will be a good fit. If you are unsure what medium to choose, Oil will be a safe choice. Characteristics Artistic simpleness with black and white. While charcoals grant the lively drama of any black-and-white medium, they are usually far more high-contrast than pencil drawings. In fact, contrast is the very nature of charcoals. The darker blacks obtainable from charcoals give a certain drama that would be more subtle in other mediums. If you love black and white pictures, and seek to make a powerful statement, consider charcoals as your medium. Material & Framing: Painted on paper and requires a protective glass when framed. Works best for: If your photo is an outdoor / landscape picture, or if you'd like the background to be painted in detail, consider other mediums. As you can see here those beautiful portraits are focused on the subject of the painting, with hardly any background painted. Also, if you are short in time, Charcoal / Pencil are good choices since they don't require several layers and don't need to dry and therefore allow a faster turnaround Characteristics Pencils can go from very light to very deep in hue and depth. The fine lines of a sharpened pencil are nearly impossible to duplicate with a brush, and completely unavailable for pastels or charcoal. Shading with pencils is one of the nicest characteristics this medium provides. Material & Framing: Painted on paper and requires a protective glass when framed. Works best for: Pencil portraits are usually ordered in small sizes, and are a perfect fit for a fairly small room / wall. Characteristics Watercolor is a very distinctive kind of painting medium. The transparent watercolor distinguishes your painting from all other mediums. The magic of color mixed with water gives the painting a soft, rustic, antique feeling. Material & Framing: Painted on paper and requires a protective glass when framed. Works best for: Watercolor works very well for houses and outdoor / landscape. Characteristics Pastel is a very dry medium, and therefore may appear somewhat flatter than other mediums. Nevertheless, it possesses its own undeniable charm. Material & Framing: Painted on paper and requires a protective glass when framed. Works best for: Choose pastel for making portraits of both people and pets, because the results are high in texture and visual interest. Characteristics Before you decide between oil and acrylic mediums, you should know that they often appear identical. The main advantages of choosing acrylics over oils are that they can sometimes appear somewhat more saturated in color. Acrylic is more vibrant than oil, therefore, some will prefer Acrylic as the medium for a landscape painting. Material & Framing: Acrylic is painted on canvas and doesn't require a protective glass. Works best for: Like oils, acrylics work well for just about any photo. * PHOTO EDITING How does photo editing work? Our graphic designers are fully equipped to make just about any digital enhancement to your photos that you’d like. We can enhance colors, merge several images into a single composition, cut out any unnecessary imagery in the background, and so much more! Just about any request is possible with our outstanding editing team. *Please note that our artists will only begin working on your artwork AFTER you’ve approved the digital photo mockup. This process allows you to make sure that your vision is fully understood and implemented before moving forward to painting. Can you combine multiple photos into a single portrait? Yes, we can! You can upload (or email) several photographs and we can combine subjects from each photo into a single artwork. Simply give us detailed instructions when placing your order, by using the comment box. What if my photo is damaged or not of the highest quality? We can restore or improve almost any kind of photo! Our editing team works some serious "magic" ;) Click here to view some examples. If for some reason, the quality of your photo is too low to be restored, we will refund your downpayment of 20% no questions asked. Can you restore old photos or colorize black & white photos? If a photo requires restoration, we will do so automatically, before starting your order. If you would like to colorize a black & white photo, just mention it in the comment box during your order process. *Please note: any details that you can share will help our editors to colorize your photo correctly (for example: "The hair should be blond and the eyes should be blue"). We will send you the colorized photo for approval before continuing. We provide this service at no extra cost to you. Can I make any special request for the photo editing? During your order process, you will find a comment box, where you have the opportunity to make any and all requests for the digital enhancement of your photo. Our graphic designers can perform “magic” and make just about any photo-edit that you’d like. We can adjust colors, merge several images into a single composition, change the background, add or eliminate figures and objects, and much more! Just about any request is possible with our outstanding editing team. All, at no extra cost to you. * GENERAL QUESTIONS How can I log in? 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To fulfill this, we aim to adhere as strictly as possible to the World Wide Web Consortium’s (W3C) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1 (WCAG 2.1) at the AA level. These guidelines explain how to make web content accessible to people with a wide array of disabilities. Complying with those guidelines helps us ensure that the website is accessible to blind people, people with motor impairments, visual impairment, cognitive disabilities, and more. This website utilizes various technologies that are meant to make it as accessible as possible at all times. We utilize an accessibility interface that allows persons with specific disabilities to adjust the website’s UI (user interface) and design it to their personal needs. Additionally, the website utilizes an AI-based application that runs in the background and optimizes its accessibility level constantly. 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In this process, we provide screen-readers with meaningful data using the ARIA set of attributes. For example, we provide accurate form labels; descriptions for actionable icons (social media icons, search icons, cart icons, etc.); validation guidance for form inputs; element roles such as buttons, menus, modal dialogues (popups), and others. Additionally, the background process scans all of the website’s images. It provides an accurate and meaningful image-object-recognition-based description as an ALT (alternate text) tag for images that are not described. It will also extract texts embedded within the image using an OCR (optical character recognition) technology. To turn on screen-reader adjustments at any time, users need only to press the Alt+1 keyboard combination. Screen-reader users also get automatic announcements to turn the Screen-reader mode on as soon as they enter the website. 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A screen-reader is installed on the blind user’s computer, and this site is compatible with it. * Keyboard Navigation Profile (Motor-Impaired): this profile enables motor-impaired persons to operate the website using the keyboard Tab, Shift+Tab, and the Enter keys. Users can also use shortcuts such as “M” (menus), “H” (headings), “F” (forms), “B” (buttons), and “G” (graphics) to jump to specific elements. Additional UI, design, and readability adjustments 1. Font adjustments – users can increase and decrease its size, change its family (type), adjust the spacing, alignment, line height, and more. 2. Color adjustments – users can select various color contrast profiles such as light, dark, inverted, and monochrome. Additionally, users can swap color schemes of titles, texts, and backgrounds with over seven different coloring options. 3. Animations – epileptic users can stop all running animations with the click of a button. Animations controlled by the interface include videos, GIFs, and CSS flashing transitions. 4. Content highlighting – users can choose to emphasize essential elements such as links and titles. They can also choose to highlight focused or hovered elements only. 5. Audio muting – users with hearing devices may experience headaches or other issues due to automatic audio playing. This option lets users mute the entire website instantly. 6. Cognitive disorders – we utilize a search engine linked to Wikipedia and Wiktionary, allowing people with cognitive disorders to decipher meanings of phrases, initials, slang, and others. 7. Additional functions – we allow users to change cursor color and size, use a printing mode, enable a virtual keyboard, and many other functions. Assistive technology and browser compatibility We aim to support as many browsers and assistive technologies as possible, so our users can choose the best fitting tools for them, with as few limitations as possible. Therefore, we have worked very hard to be able to support all major systems that comprise over 95% of the user market share, including Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, Opera and Microsoft Edge, JAWS, and NVDA (screen readers), both for Windows and MAC users. Notes, comments, and feedback Despite our very best efforts to allow anybody to adjust the website to their needs, there may still be pages or sections that are not fully accessible, are in the process of becoming accessible, or are lacking an adequate technological solution to make them accessible. Still, we are continually improving our accessibility, adding, updating, improving its options and features, and developing and adopting new technologies. All this is meant to reach the optimal level of accessibility following technological advancements. If you wish to contact the website’s owner, please use the website's form Hide Accessibility Interface? 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