How Sociability works

Find, plan and share accessible places

Find, plan and share
accessible places

Use the Sociability app to explore venues with detailed accessibility information so you can decide if they meet your access needs.

Get the Sociability app

Explore accessible places near you

Search, filter and discover accessible places near you, using detailed accessibility information so you can plan before you go.

  • Map view

    Discover accessible places on an interactive map. Orange pins show places with accessibility information; grey pins mark places waiting to be mapped.

  • List view

    Sociability app showing a scrollable list of nearby venues with names, addresses, venue type, distance, and opening hou

    Switch to list view for a detailed overview of nearby places. See distance, opening hours, and place types at a glance, then tap for full accessibility details.

  • Filters

    Sociability app filter menu.

    Filter by place type, opening hours, and accessibility features tailored to each area, such as entrances, indoor spaces, and bathrooms, to find places that fit your needs.

  • Saved features

    Sociability app filter screen with a toggle to quickly apply saved accessibility preferences from the user's profile.

    Set your accessibility preferences once in your profile, then apply them with one tap. Your saved filters instantly show places that meet your needs.

  • Map view

    Discover accessible places on an interactive map. Orange pins show places with accessibility information; grey pins mark places waiting to be mapped.

  • List view

    Sociability app showing a scrollable list of nearby venues with names, addresses, venue type, distance, and opening hou

    Switch to list view for a detailed overview of nearby places. See distance, opening hours, and place types at a glance, then tap for full accessibility details.

  • Filters

    Sociability app filter menu.

    Filter by place type, opening hours, and accessibility features tailored to each area, such as entrances, indoor spaces, and bathrooms, to find places that fit your needs.

  • Saved features

    Sociability app filter screen with a toggle to quickly apply saved accessibility preferences from the user's profile.

    Set your accessibility preferences once in your profile, then apply them with one tap. Your saved filters instantly show places that meet your needs.

Detailed accessibility information

Get the full picture with detailed accessibility information, from entrances and lifts to toilets and seating.

  • Accessibility information

    Access details screen showing the Entrances & Exits section with a photo of the main entrance and listed accessibility features on the Sociability app

    View detailed accessibility information for each place, including step-free access, lift details, lighting, sounds and smells, and toilets.

  • View Accessibility Walkthroughs

    Full-screen photo viewer showing a place entrance with a caption describing a small bump before the main area

    See photos and detailed place walkthroughs, showing key features up close, so that you know exactly what’s described before you visit.

  • Accessibility alerts and updates

    Alerts tab showing a note from the Sociability team with additional accessibility information about the place.

    Stay informed with updates about accessibility changes and temporary issues like lifts out-of-order or closed facilities keeping you one step ahead.

  • Accessibility information

    Access details screen showing the Entrances & Exits section with a photo of the main entrance and listed accessibility features on the Sociability app

    View detailed accessibility information for each place, including step-free access, lift details, lighting, sounds and smells, and toilets.

  • View Accessibility Walkthroughs

    Full-screen photo viewer showing a place entrance with a caption describing a small bump before the main area

    See photos and detailed place walkthroughs, showing key features up close, so that you know exactly what’s described before you visit.

  • Accessibility alerts and updates

    Alerts tab showing a note from the Sociability team with additional accessibility information about the place.

    Stay informed with updates about accessibility changes and temporary issues like lifts out-of-order or closed facilities keeping you one step ahead.

  • Accessibility information

    Access details screen showing the Entrances & Exits section with a photo of the main entrance and listed accessibility features on the Sociability app

    View detailed accessibility information for each place, including step-free access, lift details, lighting, sounds and smells, and toilets.

  • View Accessibility Walkthroughs

    Full-screen photo viewer showing a place entrance with a caption describing a small bump before the main area

    See photos and detailed place walkthroughs, showing key features up close, so that you know exactly what’s described before you visit.

  • Accessibility alerts and updates

    Alerts tab showing a note from the Sociability team with additional accessibility information about the place.

    Stay informed with updates about accessibility changes and temporary issues like lifts out-of-order or closed facilities keeping you one step ahead.

Help others discover accessible places

Add photos, share your experience, and save your favourite accessible places to help others plan with confidence.

  • Add accessibility photos

    Upload screen prompting users to add photos from their gallery or take new ones, with a reminder to add descriptions for screen reader users.

    Upload photos and add descriptions to show real accessibility features. Visual proof helps the community understand access before visiting.

  • Share accessibility experiences

    Experiences tab showing a user review with tips about accessing the venue's accessible bathroom.

    Share your experience of a venue to help others plan. Add insights about accessibility, layout, atmosphere or anything useful for someone considering a visit.

  • Save accessible places

    My Saved Places screen displaying user-created lists.

    Save your favourite accessible places in curated lists by occasion or preference. Share lists with friends and family to help them discover accessible venues, too.

  • Add accessibility photos

    Upload screen prompting users to add photos from their gallery or take new ones, with a reminder to add descriptions for screen reader users.

    Upload photos and add descriptions to show real accessibility features. Visual proof helps the community understand access before visiting.

  • Share accessibility experiences

    Experiences tab showing a user review with tips about accessing the venue's accessible bathroom.

    Share your experience of a venue to help others plan. Add insights about accessibility, layout, atmosphere or anything useful for someone considering a visit.

  • Save accessible places

    My Saved Places screen displaying user-created lists.

    Save your favourite accessible places in curated lists by occasion or preference. Share lists with friends and family to help them discover accessible venues, too.

  • Add accessibility photos

    Upload screen prompting users to add photos from their gallery or take new ones, with a reminder to add descriptions for screen reader users.

    Upload photos and add descriptions to show real accessibility features. Visual proof helps the community understand access before visiting.

  • Share accessibility experiences

    Experiences tab showing a user review with tips about accessing the venue's accessible bathroom.

    Share your experience of a venue to help others plan. Add insights about accessibility, layout, atmosphere or anything useful for someone considering a visit.

  • Save accessible places

    My Saved Places screen displaying user-created lists.

    Save your favourite accessible places in curated lists by occasion or preference. Share lists with friends and family to help them discover accessible venues, too.

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

Is the Sociability app free to download and use?

Can I use Sociability on the web?

How do I search for accessible places on the Sociability app?

How do I use filters on Sociability to find places that match my access needs?

Where does Sociability get its accessibility information from?

How does Sociability decide which areas to map?

How do I get my business or venue listed on Sociability?

How can I update my venue’s accessibility information on Sociability?

Can Sociability help my business improve its accessibility?

Does Sociability only map public venues?