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Screen Reader
Privacy
A tool that reads on-screen text aloud for accessibility.
Definition
A screen reader is assistive software that reads text on the screen out loud or displays it in Braille.
In plain English
A tool that reads on-screen text aloud for accessibility.
Why this matters
Why it matters: Privacy and consent choices must be accessible. If cookie banners or settings aren’t usable with a screen reader, people can’t make informed choices.
Example
Example: A consent banner includes clear labels and keyboard navigation so screen readers can handle it.