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European Accessibility Act 2019

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Summary

Comprehensive overview of the European Accessibility Act and its requirements for digital accessibility across the EU.

Overview

The European Accessibility Act (EAA) aims to improve the functioning of the internal market for accessible products and services by removing barriers created by divergent rules in Member States.

Scope

The Act covers the following product groups:

  • Computers and operating systems
  • ATMs, ticketing machines, and check-in machines
  • Smartphones
  • E-book readers
  • Television equipment and related accessories
  • Telephony services
  • Audio-visual media services
  • Transport services
  • E-commerce services

Requirements

Products must comply with harmonized accessibility requirements:

  • EN 301 549 - Accessibility requirements for ICT products and services
  • Web accessibility based on WCAG 2.1
  • Hardware accessibility requirements

Timeline

  • June 2022 - Application to public procurement
  • June 2025 - Application to all products and services in scope

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eaa europe eu accessibility-act

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