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Since June 2025: Accessible websites are the law

The Accessibility Strengthening Act is now active.
Most companies must comply or face penalties.

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The law is active. Here's what you need to know.

The German Accessibility Strengthening Act (BFSG) has been in effect since June 28, 2025. It requires websites to be accessible to all users, including those with disabilities.

This affects:

  • E-commerce sites
  • Service provider websites
  • Online booking systems
  • Customer portals
  • Most business websites serving consumers

The law covers companies of all sizes. Only micro-enterprises with fewer than 10 employees and €2 million annual revenue are exempt.

Let's tackle BFSG compliance together

 The BFSG deadline has passed, and if you're just discovering these requirements, you're not alone. Many German businesses are only now realizing their websites need attention.

Here's the good news: In one free hour, we'll review your website and show you exactly what needs fixing. No technical jargon, no sales pressure – just clear guidance from people who've helped 650+ companies through digital transformations.

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Real requirements for real businesses

Your website must work for users who:

  • Navigate by keyboard instead of a mouse
  • Use screen readers due to visual impairments
  • Need a clear contrast and readable fonts
  • Require captions for video content
  • Have motor impairments affecting precise clicking

These aren't edge cases. Up to 20% of your potential customers benefit from accessibility features. The law simply recognizes this reality.

Know where you stand today

Whether you built your site yesterday or years ago, you need an accessibility baseline. Our free session includes:

  • Screen-share review of your website
  • Live testing of key pages
  • Plain-language explanation of issues
  • Priority list of what to fix first
  • Your questions answered directly

Our assessment identifies your specific gaps and prioritizes fixes based on legal risk and user impact.

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Understand the BFSG requirements

This comprehensive checklist breaks down the 15 core accessibility requirements into plain language. No technical jargon. Just clear guidance on what the law requires and how to check your compliance.

  • Visual accessibility 
  • Semantic structure 
  • Keyboard navigation
  • Forms & input 
  • Documents & media
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Three decades of making the web work for everyone

Since 2000, we've helped German businesses navigate digital requirements. We've seen regulations evolve and helped companies adapt. Accessibility isn't new to us – we've built it into enterprise solutions for years. Now we're helping all businesses prepare for BFSG requirements.

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happy customers

Well-known customers all over the world trust us

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We contribute to your success with passion

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Benefit from knowledge and experience

Start with a free accessibility check

Right now: Leave a contact and receive the checklist

Within 48 hours: We schedule your session 

Your 1-hour session: Personal website review

Same day: Receive your report

Moving forward: Implement fixes at your pace (DIY or with help)