{"id":16931,"date":"2025-07-02T13:18:29","date_gmt":"2025-07-02T13:18:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.names.co.uk\/blog\/?p=16931"},"modified":"2025-08-07T09:37:44","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T09:37:44","slug":"do-uk-websites-need-to-comply-with-the-eaa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.names.co.uk\/blog\/do-uk-websites-need-to-comply-with-the-eaa\/","title":{"rendered":"Do UK Websites Need to Comply with the European Accessibility Act?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The digital landscape is shifting and around the world, laws are catching up.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From June 28th, 2025, many businesses that serve EU customers need to comply with the European Accessibility Act (EAA). If your business is based outside the EU but serves customers within it, this law could still apply to you.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is the EAA and Who Must Comply?\u202f&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The European Accessibility Act (Directive (EU) 2019\/882) is a landmark piece of legislation designed to harmonise accessibility requirements for various products and services across the EU. Its primary goal is to ensure that digital products and services are accessible to everyone. This directive builds upon previous legislation, extending the scope beyond public sector bodies to a broader range of private businesses.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your business has more than 10 employees or revenue over \u20ac2 million, and serves customers in the EU, it may apply to you.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Covered services include:\u202f&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Websites &amp; e-commerce platforms\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Online banking and payment systems\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Transport and travel booking sites\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Digital TV &amp; telecommunications\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>E-books, apps, and software\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The EAA doesn&#8217;t impose detailed technical solutions but sets general accessibility requirements. It emphasises that no website or digital service should be limited to a single mode of interaction, meaning content must be perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust for all users, including those relying on assistive technologies like screen readers or captions.\u202f\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Compliance with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessiway.com\/wcag\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Web Content Accessibility Guidelines<\/a> (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA is widely recognised as the standard for meeting EAA obligations for digital content and services.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens if You Don\u2019t Comply?\u202f&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fines vary by country but can be severe, with an EU-set maximum amount of \u20ac1,000,000\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond monetary penalties, businesses risk product withdrawal from the market, service blackouts, and damage to brand reputation.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accessibility Isn\u2019t Just About Avoiding Fines &#8211; It\u2019s a Business Advantage\u202f&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Done right, accessibility doesn\u2019t just keep you compliant &#8211; it makes you more competitive.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>66% of businesses see up to <strong>50% increase in organic traffic<\/strong> after accessibility improvements.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>82% of customers with disabilities are <strong>more loyal<\/strong> to accessible businesses.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Inaccessible websites lose <strong>\u20ac6.3 billion annually<\/strong> to competitors.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your Partner for Compliance and Beyond\u202f&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At names.co.uk we\u2019ve partnered with <strong>AccessiWay<\/strong> to make EAA compliance simple and scalable.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AccessiWay solutions offer:\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Automated accessibility adjustments\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>AI-powered compatibility with assistive tech\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ongoing monitoring and legal support\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NEW to names.co.uk: WayWidget<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re ready to take the next step toward better accessibility, we\u2019re excited to introduce <strong>WayWidget<\/strong>. Developed in partnership with AccessiWay, WayWidget is an AI-powered tool designed to help make your website more accessible for all users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>WayWidget offers flexible options for websites of all sizes, supporting your efforts to meet the EU Accessibility Act requirements while improving the experience for every visitor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why WayWidget Matters for Your Business:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fast, One-Line Setup<\/strong><br>Just paste a single line of code into your site\u2019s <code>&lt;head><\/code> section\u2014WayWidget will instantly provide accessibility options for visitors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Real-Time, AI\u2011Powered Accessibility<\/strong><br>It offers features like screen reader compatibility, keyboard-friendly navigation, adjustable text size and contrast, animation controls, and alt\u2011text support for images.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Built for All, Especially Small Businesses<\/strong><br>Whether you&#8217;re a sole trader or just getting started, WayWidget Lite &#8211; starting from <strong>\u00a31 for your first month<\/strong> &#8211; makes accessibility affordable and scalable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Benefit Beyond Legal Compliance<\/strong><br>Accessible sites encourage loyalty &#8211; <strong>82% of customers with disabilities remain loyal to accessible businesses<\/strong> &#8211; and they can improve your visibility &#8211; <strong>66% of businesses see up to a 50% increase in organic traffic<\/strong> after improving accessibility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Support for All Users, Not Just Compliance<\/strong><br>WayWidget isn\u2019t just for meeting regulations. It enables people with vision, motor, or cognitive challenges to navigate, read, and interact with your website comfortably. Features like pre-set accessibility profiles, contrast adjustments, cursor resizing, and more make it truly inclusive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ready to Get Started?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.names.co.uk\/accessibility-solution?PR=BRT40\">our WayWidget page<\/a><\/strong> to discover the right plan. Whether you\u2019re a sole trader or running a medium-sized business, you can start making your website both compliant and compassionate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>?\ufe0f Ensure your site aligns with the EU Accessibility Act requirements&nbsp;<br>? Gain a competitive edge and increase traffic\u202f&nbsp;<br>? Make your website usable for all\u202f&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.names.co.uk\/accessibility-solution?PR=BRT40\" style=\"border-radius:4px;background-color:#fce1aa\">Start your compliance journey today<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751461638089\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What is the European Accessibility Act (EAA)?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The EAA is an EU-wide law requiring digital services and websites to be accessible for people with disabilities by June 28, 2025.\u202f\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751461657818\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Who must comply with the EAA?<\/strong>\u202f\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Businesses in the EU with 10+ employees or \u20ac2M+ turnover must make websites, apps, and digital products accessible.\u202f\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751461667850\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the penalties for not complying?<\/strong>\u202f\u00a0<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Fines vary by country and can reach up to \u20ac1 million. 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