What the European Accessibility Act (EAA) means for your website

Is your website truly accessible to everyone? As of June 1, 2025, that's no longer a voluntary question. The European Accessibility Act (EAA) makes digital accessibility a legal requirement within the EU. More importantly, it's an opportunity to increase your reach, strengthen your brand, and offer a better user experience.

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What is the European Accessibility Act?

The European Accessibility Act, also known as the European Accessibility Law, has been in effect since June 2025. This law mandates that digital products and services, such as websites, webshops, apps, and e-books, must be accessible to everyone—including people with visual, auditory, motor, or cognitive disabilities.

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What this means for your website

Specifically, your website must comply with the international WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines). This isn't just about technical adjustments; it's primarily about creating a user experience that is pleasant for everyone.

  • Accessible content: Text is clear and understandable, and images and videos have alternative text or subtitles.
  • Simple navigation: The site works smoothly with a keyboard and screen reader.
  • Readability and contrast: Colors have sufficient contrast, and text remains easy to read, even when enlarged.
  • Consistent structure: Headings, buttons, and forms are logically built.
  • Responsiveness: Your website functions flawlessly on any device.

In short, your website needs to be intuitive and user-friendly, even for someone who can't see, hear, or use a mouse.

Why this is an opportunity

Although accessibility is now a requirement, it's first and foremost a chance to optimize your website. A better digital experience offers numerous benefits:

  • You reach more visitors.
  • You provide a better user experience for all target groups.
  • You rank better on Google due to accessible content and structure.
  • You show that your brand is inclusive, modern, and socially responsible.

An accessible website isn't a burden; it's an investment in quality and impact.

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How to know if your website complies

Is your website managed by us? Then you can rest easy. We ensure that everything complies with the EAA and maintain accessibility.

Don't have a website with us yet? We can start with an accessibility scan. This will immediately show you where improvements are needed and what steps are required to make your site fully EAA-proof. With user testing and continuous maintenance, we ensure your website remains optimally accessible.

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Plan your accessibility scan today.

Discover how your website is performing and which improvements will yield immediate results.