If your business operates online in the EU — or plans to — it’s time to pay attention. The European Accessibility Act (EAA) 2025 is coming into force, and it’s going to change how digital services are designed, built, and delivered.
At Stratticus, we believe this isn’t just a legal obligation — it’s an opportunity to create better, fairer, and more inclusive online experiences for everyone.
What is the European Accessibility Act?
The European Accessibility Act is a piece of legislation aimed at improving accessibility across key products and services in the EU market, including websites, apps, e-commerce platforms, banking services, and online media. By June 28, 2025, businesses must ensure their digital offerings are accessible to people with disabilities.
This means meeting standards like the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, ensuring your website can be navigated by screen readers, accessed by keyboard-only users, and understood by people with cognitive disabilities.
Why Accessibility Matters
Accessibility isn’t just about compliance — it’s about people. Over 87 million people in the EU live with some form of disability. That’s a significant audience your business could be excluding, often unintentionally.
An accessible website means:
- A better user experience for everyone — clear navigation, readable content, and usable forms benefit all visitors.
- Improved SEO performance — search engines love accessible websites.
- Enhanced brand reputation — demonstrating social responsibility and inclusivity.
- Future-proofing your business — avoiding potential legal risks and penalties after the 2025 deadline.
We’ve Done It Before — And We Can Do It For You
When it comes to accessibility, we don’t just talk the talk. We were proud to work with Vision Ireland (formerly NCBI) to design and develop their new website with full accessibility at its core. Vision Ireland is the national sight loss agency in Ireland — and it was essential that their digital platform was truly inclusive for all users, including those who rely on assistive technologies.
The result? A fully accessible, WCAG-compliant website that not only meets the highest accessibility standards but also delivers a smooth, engaging experience for every visitor.
This project reaffirmed our belief that great digital design should be for everyone — and we’re ready to help other businesses do the same.
Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late
The EAA 2025 is more than a ticking clock — it’s a call to make your digital spaces welcoming to everyone. And we’re here to help.
Our team of designers, developers, and accessibility specialists can:
- Audit your existing website or app for accessibility issues
- Create an actionable improvement plan
- Redesign and rebuild your digital platforms to meet WCAG standards
- Train your in-house team on accessible content creation
Let’s Make Your Website Work for Everyone
Whether you’re updating an existing site or starting fresh, building accessibility in from the ground up makes sense — for your customers, your business, and society as a whole.
Get in touch today for a free accessibility review and let’s make your website future-ready for 2025 and beyond.