The European Accessibility Act Will Make the Web Better for Everyone
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- The European Accessibility Act (EAA) will enforce strict accessibility standards for digital products in the EU starting summer 2025.
- Global companies will likely adopt these standards universally to avoid maintaining multiple versions of their sites.
- The EAA will impact web development practices, requiring semantic markup, keyboard navigation, and better design considerations.
- Similar to GDPR, the EAA is expected to have a ripple effect, influencing accessibility standards worldwide.
- Accessibility improvements in design systems and frameworks will benefit developers and users globally.
- The legislation may prompt other countries, including the US, to update their accessibility laws.
- Companies will need to invest in audits, training, and inclusive hiring to comply with the new standards.
- The EAA represents a significant shift, making accessibility a legal requirement rather than an optional best practice.