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Designing websites and PDF documents accessible
In our training courses, your employees learn to make existing and new documents and websites accessible.
From the 28th June 2025, the Accessibility Act (BSFG) will enter into force, which obliges German companies to make their websites and apps accessible. This law is based on the European Accessibility Act (EAA) and ensures that digital services are accessible to all people.
The law aims to remove obstacles for people with disabilities and to promote their equal participation in social life. It is intended to ensure that products and services are accessible and usable for all people.
Seminar topics on accessibility
Accessibility Strengthening Act
What does BFSG mean for your company?
The BSFG is the German implementation of the EAA, an EU directive that sets minimum standards for the accessibility of products and services. The following areas affected:
- ATMs and banking services
- Computers, phones and TV sets
- Telecommunications and transport services
- Online retailers
- E-book readers and machines (e.g. cash and ticket machines)
From the 28th June 2025 all new products and services must meet these standards. The exceptions include private and purely business (B2B) offers and small businesses with fewer than ten employees or an annual turnover of up to two million euros. In addition, companies can be exempted from the requirements if the implementation represents an economic risk.
Why Accessibility is Important
- Compliance with legal requirements: From mid-over 2025, your digital offerings must meet the accessibility standards. This is part of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and a human right.
- Expanding your target group: 7.8 million people live in Germany with recognised severe disability. A barrier-free website thus reaches more potential customers.
- Improved user experience: Barrier-free websites are easier for all users to use, which increase satisfaction and efficiency.
- Search engine optimization: Barrier-free websites are better rated by search engines, which increases your visibility on the Internet.
Accessibility steps
To make your website accessible, you should consider the following elements:
- Images and Graphics: Use descriptive alt texts.
- Videos and Audio Files: Offer subtitles and audio descriptions
- Texts and headings: Use simple and clear language.
- Accessibility Statement: Publish an Accessibility Statement on your website that contains information about how to ensure accessibility, as well as the parts of your website or online shop that are not yet accessible.
- Contact option: Offer a way for users to report barriers.
Conclusion
A barrier-free website is not only required by law, but also offers numerous advantages. You promote digital participation, increase your reach and improve the user experience. Start now with the implementation to meet the requirements of the BFSG in good time and to take advantage of an accessible website
