Computershare is committed to providing universal access to all its web services and online documents. We make every effort to ensure equal access to information, services, and opportunities through accessibility compliance across the globe to people with disabilities including visual, hearing, and cognitive impairments.

Fostering inclusivity and social equity

Designed with inclusivity in mind, our EquatePlus platform  features ensure we support users with diverse needs and ensure  a  web-based experience that reaches the broadest possible audience.  To achieve this goal, we continually work towards improving the accessibility of our platform to align with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).

For more information on EquatePlus accessibility features click here.

EquatePlus and EAA

The European Union (Accessibility Requirements of Products and Services) Regulations of 2023 (EAA) applies to regulated services provided by Computershare for share plan accounts on EquatePlus.

Our EquatePlus web-based platform currently meets EAA requirements through the following features:

  • Keyboard accessible navigation
  • Screen reader capabilities for webpage content
  • Alternative text for images
  • Headline organization for the structure of content
  • Skip to content links at the top of webpages
  • Font size adjustment
  • Color/contrast ratios for text

Please note that these features are currently only implemented within our EquatePlus web-based platform. Our mobile application is continually being improved to enhance accessibility features.

Accessibility and why it’s important to Computershare

At Computershare we take accessibility seriously creating an inclusive experience for all users. Accessibility creates an inclusive environment where people of all abilities are fully integrated and can participate actively in them employee share plans.  Our goal is to adhere to global accessibility standards while providing the opportunity to experience the same information, services and interactions as all. To meet our goal, we continually implement new and improved technology, review accessibility guidelines and requirements on an ongoing basis, and strive to make regular updates.

For more information on why accessibility matters, read our article here.