Understand and succeed at compliance

BFSG warning letter received: What specifically to do now

A BFSG warning letter requires a swift but controlled response. Check the sender, the claim, and the deadline, do not sign a cease-and-desist declaration without reviewing it, and simultaneously begin documenting the remediation of the accessibility barriers raised.

Accessible cookie banner: GDPR consent must be refuseable

An inaccessible cookie banner is not just an accessibility flaw: it violates the GDPR by making consent impossible for all. Between the European Accessibility Act and written consent obligations, your banner must work with keyboard navigation, zoom, and minimum contrast. Discover how to assess it in a few minutes and the seven key points.

Buttons without accessible names: the number one flaw detected by scanners

Icon buttons without accessible names (search, cart, close, hamburger menu) are the most common issue identified by accessibility audits. For a screen reader user, they only hear “button” without any context. Discover the four techniques to fix them.

Visible focus: why outline: none breaks keyboard accessibility

If you remove the CSS outline for aesthetic reasons, you make the site unusable with a keyboard. This widespread practice violates two WCAG criteria: visible focus (2.4.7) and non-obscured focus (2.4.11). Modern solutions, such as :focus-visible and outline-offset, allow for a discreet, high-contrast, and compliant indicator.

Formal notice for digital accessibility non-compliance: responding in 5 steps

A formal notice for digital accessibility non-compliance requires a swift, factual, and documented response. It is essential to meet deadlines, assess gaps, implement corrections, and have the legal strategy validated by a lawyer.

Accessibility audit: what cost should you expect for your website?

The cost of an accessibility audit primarily depends on the scope, depth of testing, and the complexity of the site. An automated scan is significantly cheaper than a full manual audit, but it does not meet the same requirements.

Non-compliant website: agency or client responsibility?

A website delivered without sufficient accessibility raises an immediate question: who should fund its compliance? The answer depends on the applicable legal framework, the signed contract, the agency’s duty to advise, and the conditions under which acceptance was declared.

RGAA Compliance Rate: Formula, Interpretation, and Thresholds

The RGAA compliance rate is calculated by dividing the number of successfully met accessibility criteria by the number of criteria applicable to your website. Compliant means 100%, partially compliant at least 50%, and non-compliant below that. Since January 2026, the 80% threshold grants access to the SIG accreditation for public bodies.

Can you be sued for an inaccessible website in France?

Yes, but not in the same way as in the United States. In France, legal risks for an inaccessible website primarily fall under administrative law (oversight by Arcom) and disability rights legislation, rather than mass class actions. Understanding the actual avenues for recourse helps assess the real risk and take preventive action.

2026 study: 94.5% of analysed major French e-commerce sites have detectable accessibility defects

We analysed the homepage of major French e-commerce brands with our automated engine. Of 55 analysable sites, 52 show at least one critical or serious non-conformity. Figures, most frequent defects and full methodology.

Tool, agency or in-house: how to get compliant

Three ways to run your accessibility compliance: in-house, through an agency, or with a tool. Cost, speed and fit.

Accessibility compliance approaches compared

Overlay, automated scan, manual audit, source-level fixes, continuous monitoring: strengths, limits and when each makes sense.

How to choose an accessibility compliance tool (EAA / WCAG)

The criteria that really matter when choosing a compliance tool, and the traps to avoid (including the false 100/100).

Accessibility overlay or source-level fixes: which to choose?

What an overlay is, why it rarely achieves real compliance, and the durable alternative. An honest comparison, no magic promises.

Digital accessibility: myths to forget

Too expensive, only for big groups, ugly, useless for my site... We debunk the most persistent myths.

EAA and accessibility: the most asked questions

Clear, direct answers to the questions businesses ask about the European Accessibility Act.

EAA deadlines: 2025 and beyond

The EAA applies since 28 June 2025, but transitional measures exist. An overview of the timeline.

Designing accessible from the start: inclusive design

Building in accessibility from the design stage costs less and benefits all users. The basic principles.

Making your forms accessible

Labels, error messages, keyboard navigation: forms are a critical point. Here is how to get them right.

WCAG levels A, AA and AAA explained

WCAG AA: levels A, AA and AAA explained

Accessible images and videos: alternatives and captions

An image without an alternative or a video without captions excludes part of your audience. The right reflexes.

How much does accessibility compliance cost?

Audit, fixes, statement, monitoring: the real cost items, and why waiting often costs more.

Accessibility for small businesses

No need for a large team or a big budget. How a small business approaches compliance with peace of mind.

Accessibility compliance: the 5-step plan

A clear path from baseline to proof, without an overpriced agency and without an overlay.

Accessibility of mobile apps and sites

Touch targets, mobile screen readers, zoom: what changes on mobile and how to make it accessible.

Accessibility checklist: the essential checks

A clear list of priority checks to catch the bulk of accessibility problems.

Accessibility and SEO: why an accessible site ranks better

Structure, text alternatives, performance: what makes a site accessible also makes it more legible for search engines and AI.

Testing your site with a screen reader: a beginner's guide

A few minutes with a screen reader reveal what no automated test sees. Here is how to start.

Accessibility statement: template and step-by-step writing guide

What a statement must contain, why it is often mandatory and how to keep it honestly up to date.

Accessibility and public tenders: a competitive edge

Accessibility is increasingly required in tenders. Being able to meet it opens markets, failing to meet it closes them.

EAA sanctions: website accessibility fines country by country (EU)

Fines, formal notices, reputation, lost customers: what is really at stake, and why it varies by country.

Accessibility audit: automated or manual?

What each approach detects, what it misses, and why the two are complementary.

WCAG 2.2: what is new compared to 2.1

Version 2.2 adds criteria focused on focus, touch targets and input assistance. An overview.

RGAA vs WCAG: the differences and which one applies (+ EN 301 549)

Three acronyms, one logic. We untangle the international standard, the European norm and the French framework.

The most frequent accessibility mistakes

Contrast, missing alternatives, unlabelled forms: the problems found almost everywhere, and how to fix them.

EAA: who is concerned, and who is exempt?

Covered sectors, non-EU businesses, microenterprise exemptions: clarify your situation.

Why accessibility overlays are not enough

Widgets that promise compliance in one line of code do not fix the source code. Here is why, and what to do instead.

European Accessibility Act 2025: the digital accessibility law explained

What the EAA is, what it requires, who is concerned and since when. The essentials, without legal jargon.