The European Accessibility Act

The European Accessibility Act (EAA) is transforming the digital landscape, requiring businesses to be digitally accessible by 2025. Don't wait—stay ahead of the curve with our tailored solutions for accessibility! Eye-Able® makes it easy!

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Inclusion

Show your employees and customers that digital accessibility is a reality throughout your company.

Increase reach

You improve the user experience for all users, reaching more people and generating more revenue.

Legal Compliance

Avoid unnecessary fines of up to 100,000 euros by complying with the European Accessibility Act (EAA).

Save costs

Making websites accessible after the fact can be costly and time-consuming. Avoid high bounce rates.

Overview

The EAA - All about the law

The European Accessibility Act

The EAA requires member states to make online commerce accessible to consumers. It focuses on products and services that are most important to people with disabilities. In Germany, this provision is implemented in the "Barrierefreiheitsstärkungsgesetz" (BFSG). The European Accessibility Act must be implemented into national law by all EU countries by June 28, 2025.

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What does the law say about accessibility?

The law promotes equality and accessibility for products and services, requiring barrier-free access, information, communication, workplace adaptation, and the participation of people with disabilities in all areas of society. Non-compliance can result in fines of up to 100,000 euros, depending on the administrative offense.

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Prepare for the EAA - Comply with the EN 301 549

EN 301 549 outlines standards for making digital products and services accessible to all users, including people with disabilities. It provides the technical specifications necessary to comply with the European Accessibility Act (EAA), which aims to improve accessibility in the EU market. By conforming to EN 301 549, organizations will ensure compliance with the EAA and promote a more inclusive digital landscape across the EU.

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What does accessibility mean anyway?

The German Disability Equality Act (BGG), in effect since 2002, defines accessibility as the ability of people with disabilities to find, access, and use facilities, transportation, information systems, communication tools, and other designed areas of life in the same way as people without disabilities, without difficulty or outside assistance. This ensures that people with disabilities can use everything independently, just like anyone else.

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Absolute necessity for people with disabilities

Around 1 billion people worldwide have a disability. Of these, 215 million are visually impaired and therefore have major problems with website usability. It is no longer enough just to make buildings accessible; inclusion must also be practiced on the Internet. All people should be able to participate equally in digital media.

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Facts

Everything about the law

Who is affected by the EAA?

  • Manufacturers of products
  • Distributors and importers of products
  • Providers of services

Micro-enterprises that provide services are exempt from the law. However, micro-enterprises that place products on the market are covered by the EAA.

What are the main goals of this law?

The main objective of the law is to remove obstacles and barriers so that persons with disabilities can exercise their right to digital accessibility.

Which products & services need to be accessible?

The following products, among others, must be accessible. For a complete list, see our EAA white paper:

  • Computers, notebooks, tablets, smartphones, mobile phones, router
  • ATMs, ticket and check-in machines
  • Televisions with internet access
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The Internet is for everyone, and that's why Eye-Able® has a number of built-in features that ensure more people than ever before can enjoy digital accessibility.

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Report

Control center for digital accessibility

Elevate your digital presence with Eye-Able® Report. Scan your entire system and all subsystems for WCAG compliance with ease. You get a comprehensive overview of all issues across your websites, empowering you to address and resolve accessibility challenges efficiently.

Audit

Browser testing software for BITV and WCAG

Independently test your website for WCAG compliance. This tool not only identifies areas for improvement, but also provides actionable steps to optimize your site's accessibility. Audit helps you effectively comply with all major standards to stay ahead of the digital inclusion curve.

Ally AI assistant

Your personal assistant for digital accessibility

Meet Ally, your personal AI expert for achieving digital accessibility. Receive detailed reports and real-time improvement suggestions, all while ensuring your data stays private. Experience AI-supported consulting that guides you every step of the way.

Plain language AI

Simplify complex content

Our AI tool transforms complex content into easy-to-understand text. Improve your website's accessibility by simplifying text entry in real time and making your content easier to read for everyone.

AI Website Translation

Making content accessible worldwide

Easily break down language barriers with our AI website translation. Automatically translate your content into multiple languages, manage revisions from a user-friendly dashboard, and integrate effortlessly for global reach.

Assist

Assistance software for customizing the web

Personalize your accessibility experience with Eye-Able® Assist! It offers over 25 customizable settings to tailor your web experience to individual needs.

Workshops & tests

Workshops and tests for digital accessibility

Equip your team with the skills and knowledge to create inclusive digital environments! As a holistic provider, we offer comprehensive tests according to BITV and WCAG, along with training and workshops on digital accessibility.

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This is how the Eye-Able® team supports you on your journey to digital accessibility

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Book a consultation without obligation. You will be contacted at your preferred date after you have filled out the form.

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Our experts evaluate your current accessibility status and show you possible areas for improvement.

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We will provide you with an individual offer and a test license of our software solutions. Our service team supports you during the first integration steps.

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You are well prepared and pave the way to digital inclusion for your company. Our accessibility service helps you do just that.