Accessibility Statement
Last Updated: January 15, 2026
At Sotheby's, we are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people of all abilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to guarantee we provide equal access to all users.
Our Commitment
We strive to ensure that our website and digital platforms are accessible to individuals with disabilities, including those who use assistive technologies. Our goal is to meet or exceed the requirements of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards.
Accessibility Features
Our website includes the following accessibility features:
- Keyboard navigation support for all interactive elements
- Alternative text descriptions for images and visual content
- Clear and consistent navigation structure
- Sufficient color contrast ratios for text and backgrounds
- Resizable text without loss of content or functionality
- Form labels and error messages that are clearly associated
- Skip navigation links for screen reader users
- ARIA landmarks and roles for improved screen reader navigation
Assistive Technology Compatibility
Our website is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies: screen readers (including JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver), screen magnification software, speech recognition software, and keyboard-only navigation. We regularly test our website with these technologies to ensure compatibility.
Ongoing Efforts
We view accessibility as an ongoing effort. Our team regularly reviews and updates our website to improve accessibility. We conduct regular accessibility audits, provide accessibility training to our staff, incorporate accessibility into our design and development processes, and actively seek feedback from users with disabilities.
Third-Party Content
While we strive to ensure accessibility of our website, we acknowledge that some third-party content or applications may not be fully accessible. We are working with our partners and vendors to improve the accessibility of third-party content where possible.
Alternative Access
If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our website, we are happy to provide information in alternative formats upon request. Please contact our accessibility team, and we will work to provide the information you need in a format that is accessible to you.
Feedback and Contact
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us. Your feedback helps us improve the accessibility of our website for all users.
For accessibility-related inquiries or to report accessibility issues, please contact us at accessibility@sothebys.com or call our dedicated accessibility line at +1 (800) 555-0199. We aim to respond to all accessibility feedback within 2 business days.