European Accessibility Act, Are you Ready?
With the EU Web Accessibility Act coming into effect on June 28th 2025, organisations must ensure their digital platforms meet the necessary accessibility standards. But compliance isn’t just about meeting regulations—it’s about creating a seamless, inclusive, and engaging experience for all users. That’s where pTools comes in.
What is the European Accessibility Act?
The European Accessibility Act is a directive aimed at ensuring that certain products and services are accessible to people with disabilities. It applies across various sectors; banking, finance, transport, and technology—impacting a wide range of businesses across EU countries.
The EU Commission has recognized certain products and services as essential for individuals with disabilities, including websites and applications. The act mandates that organizations ensure their websites and applications adhere to the latest accessibility standards. Adapting digital platforms to meet these standards not only ensures compliance but also enhances user experience and inclusivity.
Why Accessibility Matters?
As the digital landscape continues to evolve, businesses that prioritize accessibility gain significant advantages. Despite the challenges in implementing accessibility measures, the importance of inclusion cannot be overstated.
Businesses that prioritise accessibility benefit in multiple ways:
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Accessibility Compliance with pTools
As a leader in the industry, pTools has over two decades of experience working with private sectors and Irish public and government agencies, ensuring compliance with Accessibility, GDPR, Privacy, and Sustainability at every stage of development. Accessibility is at the core of our operations, ensuring all digital solutions adhere to the latest standards.
With the European Accessibility Act deadline approaching, pTools is committed to helping businesses achieve compliance while delivering a seamless and inclusive digital experience for all users.
Expert Guidance
Our team provides expert guidance and both internal and third-party accessibility testing to ensure your site complies with the latest standards. Our in-house accessibility experts are available for support throughout the project and post-launch.
Compliance Made Easy
The AI-driven pTools CMS V8 includes an in-built Accessibility Reporter feature, allowing users to scan individual pages or the entire website automatically or manually to identify accessibility issues. This feature provides detailed reports directly within the CMS to help maintain compliance.
Accessibility Training
We offer resources, training sessions, and ongoing learning to empower clients in maintaining accessibility. Training includes advice on using clear and simple language, writing meaningful alternative text, and managing imagery across the site.
Inclusivity for All
With extensive expertise in digital transformation, we help clients cater to a wider user group and community by incorporating universal design principles into our solutions. This approach ensures that our websites meet the needs of all users, including those with disabilities, providing an exceptional user experience for everyone.
Unlock Your Website Experience with pTools
At pTools, we provide full assistance for complying with the European Accessibility Act.
To ensure compliance and enhance your digital experience before the June 28th deadline,contact your account manager or reach out to caroline.nobrega@ptools.com
Let’s work together to create an accessible and engaging digital presence that sets you apart.