Does the EAA apply to you?
Since 28 June 2025, the European Accessibility Act applies to many products and services for consumers in the EU. Answer four questions and see where you stand. It takes two minutes, and we don’t ask for your email.
What is the free EAA check?
Free EAA check by Juwix: answer four questions and see if the European Accessibility Act applies to your organisation. No email needed.
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- Who it is for
- Organisations that have to meet WCAG and the European Accessibility Act.
- What it costs
- Nothing. It is free, and you don’t leave your email.
- Where
- From Antwerp, for clients across Belgium and Europe.
- Often combined with
- Accessibility audit and Accessibility development
The check
Four questions. You see the result right away.
This check gives a first indication, not legal advice. The rules have exceptions and transition periods.
The interactive check needs JavaScript. Here are the rules in short.
The rules in short
- Who: companies that sell certain products or services to consumers in the EU. Microenterprises that offer services are exempt. Microenterprises that make or sell products are not.
- Which services: e-commerce, banking and payments, passenger transport, e-books, phone and messaging services, and access to audiovisual media like TV and streaming.
- Which products: for example computers, phones, e-readers, payment terminals, ATMs and ticket or check-in machines.
- Public sector: the Web Accessibility Directive already applies to the websites and apps of public sector organisations, at the same level.
- What to meet: EN 301 549. For websites and apps, that includes WCAG 2.1 level AA.
Often combined with Accessibility audit and Accessibility development.
Questions
When did the EAA start?
On 28 June 2025. Products and services placed on the market after that date have to meet the requirements. Some existing services have a transition period, up to 2030.
Which standard do we need to meet?
In practice, EN 301 549. For websites and apps, that includes WCAG 2.1 level AA.
Is this legal advice?
No. The check gives a first indication. The rules have exceptions and transition periods, so check your situation with a legal expert if you are not sure.
Do you store my answers?
No. The check runs in your browser. Nothing is sent to us.
Where do you work?
Juwix is a small studio in Antwerp, Belgium. We work with clients across Belgium and the rest of Europe.