Screen reader support

Flodesk is built for everyone, including members and subscribers who rely on screen readers to navigate the web and their inboxes.

• What screen reader support covers

• How your emails are built for accessibility

• Navigating Flodesk with a keyboard

• FAQ

Flodesk includes accessibility support in two places: the emails your subscribers receive, and the Flodesk web app you use to build them.

Every email you send through Flodesk includes built-in HTML attributes that help screen readers interpret your content correctly. Here's what's included automatically:

• Alt text: Every image includes a valid alt attribute so screen readers can describe visuals to your subscribers.

• Content type: Each email includes a meta content-type tag and a defined character set.

• Language tag: Emails are tagged with the language en (English) so screen readers know how to read your content aloud.

• Table roles: Table roles are defined so screen readers can interpret layout tables correctly, rather than reading them as data.

• Heading hierarchy: Headings are structured in the correct order, making it easy for screen readers to navigate your email content.

You don't need to do anything to enable these. They're included in every email by default.

All interactive elements in the Flodesk web app, including buttons, menus, and form fields, are compatible with screen readers. This makes it possible for members with low vision to build emails and set up Workflows without needing a mouse.

You can also navigate the entire Flodesk app using only your keyboard.

Does Flodesk support screen readers for both emails and the web app?
Yes. Screen reader support is built into both your outgoing emails and the Flodesk web app. Your subscribers can read your emails with a screen reader, and you can build and manage your account with one too.

Do I need to set up screen reader support, or is it automatic?
It's automatic. Every email sent through Flodesk already includes the HTML attributes needed for screen reader compatibility. No extra steps required.

Which screen readers are compatible with Flodesk emails?
Flodesk emails are built to work with common screen readers, including ChromeVox on Chrome OS, VoiceOver on Mac, and NVDA on Windows.

Can I navigate Flodesk without a mouse?
Yes. The full Flodesk web app supports keyboard-only navigation, so you can create emails, manage subscribers, and set up Workflows without using a mouse.

What is alt text and why does it matter?
Alt text is a short description attached to an image. When a subscriber uses a screen reader, it reads the alt text aloud instead of displaying the image, so they still understand what's being shown.