Why is accessibility necessary for my website?

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

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

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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 "BarrierefreiheitsstƤrkungsgesetz" (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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