Accessibility Is Not Optional
There is no shortcut to an accessible web design. There is no plug-in that will do the job. No overlay. No magical toolbar that makes your website compliant with the law.
The European Accessibility Act is coming into force on 28 June 2025. It will apply to every business that sells or serves customers in the EU, whether that business is based in the EU or not. If someone in the EU can access your website or app, you are covered by the legislation.
This is not just for government sites. This applies to commercial ones. Whether you are B2C or B2B, it makes no difference. If you have a checkout, a booking form, or a contact page, you are responsible for making sure it works for everyone.
This is about accessible web design. This is about doing things properly.
At Access by Design, we have been building accessible websites since 2006. We do not rely on software. We use disabled testers. We design from the ground up to meet international accessibility standards. Our audits highlight the real issues. We create Accessibility Statements that actually protect you. Not meaningless boilerplate. Real compliance.
A proper Accessibility Statement is one of the most important tools you can have right now. It shows that you understand where your site currently falls short. It gives you a clear path forward. It buys you time. Without one, you are exposed to legal action and financial penalties.
Many businesses leave this too late. They scramble to meet the deadline. They panic when they discover how long full remediation takes. It can take months. In some cases, it takes a year or more. That is why the first step is so critical.
Get an accessibility audit done. Get a valid Accessibility Statement. Then get a plan.
We work with organisations across the public and private sectors. From universities and hospitals to banks, charities, and e-commerce businesses. We know the standards. We understand the law. We design for inclusion.
This is not just about compliance. It is about values. It is about treating every user with respect. People with disabilities are already your customers. Already your visitors. Already your potential advocates. Excluding them is not only wrong, it is bad business.
Inclusive design benefits everyone. Accessibility helps with SEO. It improves user experience. It builds trust. It shows that you care.
There is still time. There is still a way forward. You can start today.
If you want to make sure your website is ready, we would love to help. We do not just talk the talk. We build accessible web design into everything we do.
Your next step starts here.
