WCAG 2.2 Certification
🛠 Planned
While we continually review and make accessibility updates to our products, including a heavy focus on accessibility of the widget/privacy center that our customers deploy on their websites, this would add WCAG 2.2 certification via an approved WCAG audit firm.
Details on this process can be found here:
https://www.npgroup.net/blog/how-get-certified-wcag-compliance/
And some reasoning for this includes the following:
"The European Accessibility Act (EAA) takes full effect on June 28, 2025. From that date, all digital products and services—including websites, mobile apps, and even hardware interfaces like ATMs and kiosks marketed in the EU—must meet defined accessibility standards."
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1 week ago
Thanks for adding this to the roadmap. We already do a lot of accessibility work as part of the standard development process, which will continue to be a core part of our development and review flow, so we have updated some of the details above and have changed this to focus on WCAG 2.2 certification via an audit firm.
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Awesome 🙌
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Regulatory changes in web accessibility are set to reshape how digital products and services are developed and maintained—especially in Europe. Here’s a summary of what to expect:
European Accessibility Act (EAA) and Compliance Deadlines
Effective Date:
The European Accessibility Act (EAA) takes full effect on June 28, 2025. From that date, all digital products and services—including websites, mobile apps, and even hardware interfaces like ATMs and kiosks marketed in the EU—must meet defined accessibility standards. For any new content or product updates after this date, full compliance is mandatory, while legacy systems will need to be updated by a later deadline (often cited as 2030, though some member states may extend their deadlines until 2027).
Standards to Follow:
Businesses will typically need to align with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), with most planning for WCAG 2.1 Level AA as the baseline. Many organizations are also preparing for WCAG 2.2 as it becomes the new reference point for improved accessibility. This means that all key user interface components must be perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust for people with disabilities.
Updates to European Standards
This European standard, which outlines accessibility requirements for ICT products and services, is regularly updated to remain in line with evolving best practices. The current version (EN 301 549:2021 V3.2.1) is in effect now, but a new update is anticipated in 2026 (with version 4.1.1 expected) that will further integrate updated WCAG recommendations and address emerging technologies.
Broader Impact
Who’s Affected:
While public sector websites have been under accessibility mandates since the Web Accessibility Directive (enforced since 2018), the EAA broadens the scope to include private sector companies doing business in the EU. This means that even companies based outside Europe must comply if they market products or services to EU citizens.
Why It Matters:
These changes aim to create a more inclusive digital environment, improve user experience for millions of people with disabilities, and open up a larger, more competitive market. Beyond avoiding hefty fines and legal challenges, companies that embrace these standards can benefit from improved customer trust, better SEO performance, and increased market reach.
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