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Accessibility for Your Websites | Web Design Agency

The Barrier-Free Strengthening Act (BFSG) requires numerous companies, online shops, service portals, and corporate websites to be accessible. Accessibility is no longer an option but a legal requirement with clearly defined standards (WCAG 2.1/2.2) and possible consequences for violations.

Do you want to set up your website in compliance with the law, user-friendly, and technically sound – without detours or delays? As a web design agency with a strong technical focus, we analyze your website, eliminate all relevant barriers, and document the measures completely and transparently. This way, you meet all requirements and, upon request, receive an official certificate of your accessibility. Request a free initial assessment now!

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Accessibility according to BFSG & WCAG – Technically Sound Implementation and Certification on Websites

Accessibility on the internet means that all individuals can easily use digital content, regardless of physical or cognitive impairments. The Federal Disability Anti-Discrimination Act (BFSG) obligates many companies to make their websites and online services accessible. The basis for this is international standards such as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), which define specific technical and design requirements. By meeting these guidelines, organizations ensure greater participation, improved user-friendliness, and compliance with legal obligations. Accessibility is, therefore, both a legal issue and a quality feature of modern websites. We assist in professionally and transparently implementing these standards in your web design.

Accessible Web Design: Analysis Tools, Documentation & Certification

To ensure that accessibility does not become a black box for you, we rely on professional testing tools such as AccessibilityChecker.org or AccessScan. These analysis tools help reliably identify technical and design barriers and present the results clearly and understandably. The measures we implement are documented for you, providing a clear and straightforward before-and-after comparison. If your website meets all relevant criteria, we issue a certificate for your accessibility through AccessibilityChecker.org. This way, you receive a accessible website based on transparent processes and evidence.

We make your website completely accessible

For small, medium, and large websites & online shops
Free analysis of the current accessibility level of your website
Implementation of all necessary measures on a code-level basis
Consideration of technology, design & content
Avoidance of accessibility plug-ins that are only a superficial solution
Creation of sections for Easy Language
Integration of the accessibility statement
Use of professional analysis tools
Certificate for 100% accessibility
Transparent & traceable documentation

Our process – transparent, fast & comprehensible

Accessibility should not be an expensive black box or a plug-in gimmick. Instead of costly analyses and PageSpeed-damaging overlays, you will receive from us: a free initial assessment and true accessibility in the code – clean, sustainable, and compliant with the law.

Free initial analysis and evaluation

We examine your website with the professional tools AccessibilityChecker and AccessScan. The result is a clear report on the current state.

Implementation of all optimizations

Technology, content, design – we implement all technical WCAG requirements precisely, not through Pseudo-Lösungen (Overlay / Plugin), but in the code (Best Practice).

Documentation & Before-After Comparison

You will receive a transparent overview of all technical measures and improvements for accessibility, with a before-and-after comparison.

Certificate for your accessible website

With 100% technical fulfillment, you will receive an official test certificate confirming compliance with AccessibilityChecker.

Accessibility according to WCAG for small & large websites

Website made accessible by the agency 4eck Media.

From red to green:
We make your website accessible.

Before-and-after comparison of the contrasts of a website.

Easily readable for all users:
We ensure correct contrasts, readability, ARIA labels, and semantic structures.

Example of a website with an integrated plug-in for additional accessibility.

For even more accessibility:
We create the "Easy Language" page for you.

A proof of your accessibility:
After complete optimization, you will receive a certificate.

Typical Web Design Measures: How We Make Your Website Accessible

Accessibility does not require a complete redesign but rather targeted adjustments with a significant impact. We systematically analyze your website and implement measures that are relevant for people with different disabilities.

A central theme is color contrast: texts must be easily readable even with impaired vision. Therefore, we adjust colors to meet the contrast requirements of the WCAG without distorting the design. Alternative text for images helps visually impaired individuals understand the content of visually oriented pages through screen readers. ARIA labels enhance the semantic structure and make controls accessible to assistive technologies.

We revise the heading structure so that users with screen readers can better navigate the page. Additionally, we ensure that all functions are operable via keyboard, which is an important criterion for users with motor impairments. Visible focus indicators are also included, so users always know their current location.

All these measures enhance accessibility and improve the overall user experience. At the same time, they help to meet the requirements of the Accessibility Enhancement Act in a transparent and sustainable manner.

Accessibility Statement

The accessibility statement is a legally required component of many websites. It informs about the extent to which your site is accessible, what exceptions exist, and how users can report barriers. We create this statement tailored to your site and ensure that it is easily findable and clearly formulated as a subpage.

Easy Language

Easy language helps people understand content faster and more securely, such as those with reading difficulties, limited German skills, or cognitive impairments. We create a separate subpage with information in easy language, tailored to your target audience. We use short sentences, clear terms, and simple structures. The goal is for all visitors to your website to navigate independently without needing assistance.

Plug-in for Additional Accessibility

A plug-in for greater accessibility allows, for example, the easy enlargement of font size, the increase of color contrasts, or the highlighting of links to simplify navigation. These small aids can—if implemented correctly—significantly ease daily life for many users. However, they often interfere with existing screen reader functions for impaired individuals (mehr Infos dazu hier). Accessibility plug-ins can offer additional comfort features, but they can never replace true accessibility in the code, which we—unlike most other agencies that are not technically capable of doing so—provide in your website.

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Finally accessible according to WCAG – Insights from real projects

Example of the website MeckCura, whose accessibility was increased from 55% to 100%.

Example of the pages of the housing cooperative Pasewalk eG, whose accessibility was increased from 60% to 100%.

The accessibility of the one-pager pflege-profil.de has been brought to 100%.

The accessibility of the websites of the dental practice ZahnWohl Neuenhagen has been improved to 100%.

The accessibility of the KleeblattSund websites has been brought to 100%.

The accessibility of the Lenz Wild websites has been brought to 100%.

The accessibility of the AWO Müritz websites has been brought to 100%.

The accessibility of the Watercool GmbH websites has been brought to 100%.

The accessibility of the online shop Wald zu Tisch has been improved to 100%.

The accessibility of the websites of oral surgeon Felix Handy has been brought to 100%.

The accessibility of the websites of the Seehotel Ecktannen has been brought to 100%.

The accessibility of the online store Fischkaufhaus has been brought to 100%.

The accessibility of the websites of Elbmed School for Health Professions has been improved to 100%.

The accessibility of the websites of the restaurant and hotel Ratskeller Waren has been brought to 100%.

The accessibility of the mediteam nursing service's websites has been brought to 100%.

The accessibility of the Elbmed District Hospital's websites has been improved to 100%.

Find out what score your website currently has.

Practical Examples: Accessible Web Design for Small and Large Websites

We have implemented accessibility for numerous companies and organizations, as evidenced by the gallery of screenshots showing the audited before-and-after values of various websites. Among these companies are: several restaurants and care services, a hospital and a school, a service company, and a senior center, among many others. Typical measures that we implement for accessible web design include, among others:

Adjusting contrasts between texts and backgrounds
Improving the visibility of links within texts
Adding ARIA labels for screen readers
Technical adjustment of forms for accessibility
Tagging interactive buttons for assistive technologies
Correctly marking and organizing headings (hierarchy)
Reviewing embedded videos and enabling subtitles, and if necessary, providing transcripts
Making PDF files accessible

Accessibility: When Duty Becomes a Real Added Value

Accessible websites make content accessible to more people, including individuals with disabilities, older users, or those with limited digital experience. But website operators also benefit: Accessibility improves overall user-friendliness, reduces bounce rates, and enhances reach. An accessible site meets legal requirements, increases trust, and signals responsibility. Additionally, SEO and loading times often directly benefit from the necessary technical optimizations. By removing barriers, new target groups are unlocked – transforming duty into a genuine added value.

Your Agency for Accessibility

Whether it’s a one-pager, complex webshop, or corporate portal: We make your website accessible – technically, content-wise, and design-wise. We combine technical analysis with design sensitivity, implement proven measures, and document the steps clearly. From plain language to ARIA labels: You receive a solution that meets the needs of your users while also complying with legal requirements. Our experience, modern tools, and a clear process ensure reliable results, regardless of project size or industry. If you are interested, schreiben Sie uns gleich eine E-Mail and have your website checked for accessibility now – we will advise you personally.

Analysis of accessibility with indication of the problems and measures taken.

Costs for accessibility

The number of measures required depends heavily on the current state of your website. Factors such as design, CMS used, page depth, imagery, and navigation play a role. Some pages have only a few obstacles, while others require extensive corrections, especially if they have evolved structures or complex functionalities. For one-pagers, you can expect around 3 to 7 hours of effort, for corporate websites with various page types around 6 to 15 hours, and for online shops or large platforms around 10 to 24 hours. What does it look like for you? After our analysis, you will receive a clear assessment!

The agency blog

In our agency blog, we analyze real accessibility projects and provide insights into current work.

We openly show what accessibility looks like in practice: real code solutions, transparent analyses, and results from our projects. No plugins, no expensive token audits, but accessibility that works and meets legal requirements.

Barrierefreiheit: Analyse von Plugins & Overlays

Plugins schaffen keine Barrierefreiheit, sondern neue Probleme: eine Analyse

Making websites accessible: how we implement accessibility in our projects as an agency

Costs for accessibility on websites (audit & implementation)

Rebranding and Relaunch for ELBMED Prignitz Group

Matthias Petri, Managing Director of the agency 4eck Media.

Questions?

Contact: Matthias Petri

Phone number: +49 3991 7787032

FAQ on Accessibility

Who is legally required to ensure accessibility?

According to the BFSG, accessibility is mandatory for many companies that target their content at consumers, particularly providers of digital services, online shops, banks, insurance companies, and public authorities.

It is important to know that for internationally established websites, a requirement for accessibility can also apply in pure B2B business, depending on the legislation of the respective country.

Does the law also apply to smaller websites?

Yes, small and medium-sized enterprises can also be affected – depending on the industry and offerings. If your company has at least ten employees or two million euros in annual revenue, you will likely be affected. An audit is worthwhile in any case to avoid legal risks. According to the BFSG, fines can amount to up to 100,000 euros if services (e.g., operating an online shop that targets consumers) or products are not accessible or information obligations are not met.

What does accessibility specifically mean on the web?

Digital accessibility means that people with disabilities can use websites without restrictions – for example, through screen readers, keyboards, or with limited reading ability.

What standards apply to accessible websites?

The most important technical specifications are provided by the WCAG standard (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) – this is also the basis for legal regulations such as the BFSG.

How does an accessibility audit by our agency work?

We analyze the page with professional tools, document all barriers, and create a concrete action plan. Then we also take care of the implementation. Feel free to do a quick test yourself at accessibilitychecker.org. You will see your current score. We also use this tool, and you can see in our sample projects the scores from which we brought the projects to 100 percent accessibility.

Does my entire design need to be changed?

No. Many measures can be implemented without major changes to the design. Our goal is: accessible and at the same time modern and user-friendly.

Other agencies sometimes charge four-figure amounts for the mere analysis of my website regarding accessibility. Do you too?

The tools we use are indeed paid, but we will carry out the technical analysis of the website for you at no cost. Honestly, the initial time investment for the technical full scan regarding the new WCAG accessibility requirements on our part is rather low. Therefore, it is incomprehensible why other agencies already charge significantly for this. Just send us a E-Mail and request an accessibility analysis. You will receive the evaluation from us within a few hours, along with an assessment of how high the costs will be to fix the problems. In this blog post, we also extensively address the topic of Kosten für barrierefreie Websites (Audit, Umsetzung, Preise).

What does it cost to optimize an existing website for the required accessibility?

The Kosten für Barrierefreiheit von Websites depend on the scope of the page and the current status. After an initial analysis, we provide a transparent assessment of the effort and price. Based on our previous projects, the following timeframes are a realistic basis for calculation:

Onepager: 3 to 7 hours
Corporate website with a variety of different page types and sections: 6 to 15 hours
Online shops and large platforms: 10 to 24 hours

We charge 120 euros per hour (net). It is important to mention that we take care to address what the tools report as issues regarding compliance with legal requirements, ensuring that your website becomes compliant with all page types. No hocus-pocus, but objective data from professional accessibility testing tools – including a compliance certificate for the successful adherence to accessibility standards according to WCAG upon completion of our work.

Can every website be optimized for accessibility?

Yes, basically that’s possible. It depends on the CMS and the current maintenance status of the website. If a website has too much technical debt, it can lead to undesirable interactions that increase the effort required. For example, we were surprised by a one-pager from a client that was cobbled together by another agency with a clicky-bunty page builder: before our optimizations became visible, numerous other problems had to be resolved first, which were brought by the legacy system and were actually unrelated to accessibility.

What is an accessibility statement?

The accessibility statement informs users about the status of the accessibility of your website. It provides information on where to report any accessibility issues. We will create the accessibility statement for you and integrate it visibly into your pages.

How does the "Easy Language" section work?

We will create a separate subpage with content in Easy Language – short, understandable, and tailored to the target audience. This way, you will reach significantly more people.

Is accessibility relevant to SEO?

Yes. For example, when users set their browser view to 120%, it is conceivable that Google prefers to display accessible websites in the search results. On the other hand, non-accessible websites collect poor user signals when, for instance, visually impaired individuals leave the website prematurely due to insufficient color contrasts or text that is too small. Positive user signals are a ranking factor, and negative user signals have a counterproductive effect.