EAA Checker

Whether you’re building something new or updating an existing platform, WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance is now required by law. The European Accessibility Act (EAA) is a directive that requires digital services and products to be accessible to people with disabilities across the European Union. 

Use BrowserStack’s free EAA Accessibility Checker to test your website or app against EU standards in minutes. It scans your website for accessibility issues based on WCAG 2.1 Level AA, highlights problems, and provides clear recommendations so you can fix barriers and meet EAA requirements.

What Is the European Accessibility Act (EAA)?

The European Accessibility Act (EAA) is an EU law that requires digital services to be accessible to people with disabilities. It applies to websites, mobile apps, and digital products across banking, e-commerce, transport, telecom, and media sectors. The EAA uses WCAG 2.1 Level AA as the standard for web accessibility.

Understanding the EAA Compliance Timeline (2025 and Beyond)

The European Accessibility Act (EAA) requires digital services in the EU to meet accessibility standards so they are usable by people with disabilities. Compliance depends on whether your service is new or already in use.

June 28, 2025 – Deadline for New or Updated Services

All websites, mobile apps, and digital products must meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards by 28 June 2025, including services launched before the deadline. 

If you release a new service or make a significant update to an existing one, such as a redesign, new core functionality, or a platform migration, it must be accessible when it goes live.

June 28, 2030 – Deadline for Existing Self-Service Terminals

For physical self-service terminals such as ATMs, ticket machines, and check-in kiosks that were already in use before June 2025, businesses have until June 28, 2030, to bring them into compliance. This five-year extension does not apply to websites, apps, or digital content.

What Products and Services Are Covered Under EAA?

If your organization offers any of the following, the EAA requires you to ensure they are accessible to people with disabilities. 

• Websites and mobile apps
• E-commerce platforms
• Banking and financial services
• Telecommunications platforms and tools
• Transport-related services such as booking and check-in
• Streaming and digital media platforms
• E-books and e-readers
• Self-service terminals such as ATMs and ticket machines

What Happens If You’re Not EAA Compliant?

The European Accessibility Act is a legally binding directive, and each EU member state is responsible for enforcing it. If your website or digital service fails to meet EAA requirements, you’ll face: 

• Fines and penalties: Countries can impose financial penalties for non-compliance. For example, Germany can fine up to €100,000 per violation, France up to €250,000, and Spain between €30,000 and €600,000, depending on the severity.
• Restricted market access: Non-compliant products may be blocked from entering or staying in the EU market.
• Legal complaints: Users can file formal complaints if they cannot access your services, which may lead to investigations or enforcement actions.
• Reputation damage: Failure to meet accessibility laws can harm your brand and show a lack of commitment to inclusion and equal access.

What Is an EAA Compliance Checker?

An EAA compliance checker is a tool that scans your website or digital product to identify accessibility issues based on WCAG 2.1 Level AA, the standard required under the European Accessibility Act. It highlights elements that may prevent users with disabilities from accessing or using your service.

BrowserStack’s EAA compliance checker runs automated tests across your site and generates a detailed report. Each issue is listed with the affected element, the rule it violates, and a recommendation for how to fix it. This helps teams quickly find and resolve barriers that could lead to legal risk or poor user experience.

Key Features of BrowserStack EAA Compliance Checker

BrowserStack’s EAA compliance checker helps organizations meet the accessibility requirements set by the European Accessibility Act. Features of BrowserStack EAA website checker include: 

• WCAG Testing: Checks your website against the official technical standard referenced by the EAA to validate support for visual, motor, auditory, and cognitive accessibility
• Multi-Device Accessibility Checks: Tests your website across screen sizes, device types, and input methods to ensure access for users on mobile, desktop, or assistive hardware
• Keyboard Navigation Support: Confirms that users can access all content and controls using only a keyboard, without encountering focus traps or inaccessible elements
• Focus Management Validation: Ensures focus follows a logical and visible path, allowing users to navigate your site step by step using Tab and Shift+Tab
• Color Contrast Analysis: Measures contrast ratios between text and background elements to ensure content is readable for users with low vision or color blindness
• Screen Reader Compatibility Testing: Validates ARIA roles, live regions, and landmarks so screen readers can interpret content structure and dynamic updates accurately
• Accessible Label and Name Checks: Confirms that links, buttons, icons, and form fields are clearly labeled and understandable for users relying on assistive technologies
• Form Accessibility Checks: Verifies label-input associations, accessible error messages, and field instructions to help all users complete forms without confusion

How to Use BrowserStack EAA Compliance Checker

You can test your website or web application for compliance with the European Accessibility Act using BrowserStack in a few simple steps:

Step 1: Enter the URL of the page you want to scan for accessibility issues under EAA requirements.

Step 2: Click Generate Report to start the automated scan.

Step 3: Review the results based on WCAG 2.1 Level A and AA, which are referenced under the EAA.

Step 4: Sort and analyze issues by severity, element type, and location. Each issue includes details on what failed and which WCAG guideline applies.

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Interpreting the EAA Compliance Report

After each scan, BrowserStack generates a detailed accessibility report within the Accessibility Testing Dashboard. The report is designed to help teams meet the technical accessibility requirements of the European Accessibility Act. It includes:

• Scan Overview: Displays total issue counts and changes over time. You can compare up to eight scans to monitor progress and spot recurring patterns.
• Issue Summary: Shows the number of issues detected and the number of unique components affected. Clicking on these numbers opens the full issue list with all supporting details.
• Scan Run History: Tracks each scan by date, user, and workflow. This helps teams validate improvements and maintain an accessibility record across product versions or releases.
• Component-Level Issue Grouping: Issues are organized by common element types such as headers, inputs, buttons, or links. Each item is mapped to the relevant WCAG 2.1 success criteria required under the EAA.
• Search and Filtering: Allows filtering by scan name, tester, or assigned page owner. Users can toggle between personal scans and organization-wide views to manage accountability.
• Report Sharing: Creates secure shareable links for team collaboration or external review. Reports can be shared internally or used to document compliance efforts during procurement, audits, or accessibility reviews.

How to Fix EAA Violations Found in Your Website

Once your website has been scanned using the BrowserStack EAA compliance checker, you’ll receive a detailed report outlining any accessibility violations based on WCAG 2.1 Level AA. 

• Review the Accessibility Report: The tool lists each issue found on your website, along with the affected element and the specific WCAG rule it violates
• Use Issue Annotations in the Report: Violations are highlighted within the report interface so you can easily locate where each problem occurs without switching contexts
• Follow the Recommendations: Each issue comes with a clear explanation and recommended fix, so you know exactly what changes are needed to achieve compliance
• Focus on High-Impact Barriers: Prioritize issues that affect navigation structure or content visibility for users relying on assistive technologies

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