Accessibility (BFSG): Website Audit for Companies in Cologne and NRW
Since June 28, 2025, the German Accessibility Strengthening Act (BFSG) has been in effect – digital accessibility is therefore no longer optional for many businesses, but mandatory. As a web agency in Cologne, we review your website against the legal requirements and implement the necessary adjustments directly.
Who is affected by the BFSG?
Affected businesses include, among others, online shops, banking and payment services, telecommunications services, and many digital services aimed at consumers. Micro-enterprises (fewer than 10 employees, under €2 million annual turnover) are exempt – for everyone else, an early review is recommended.
Our Accessibility Audit: Tailor-Made Solutions for Your Website
We analyze your website according to the current state of the art (WCAG 2.1, Level AA) and show you specifically where action is needed:
- Technical audit: screen reader compatibility, keyboard operability, contrasts, forms
- Prioritized action list: what's legally required and what's "nice to have"
- Implementation: we implement the adjustments or support your team along the way
- Accessibility statement: we help you with the legally required statement
Why Accessibility Pays Off for You
- Legal certainty: meet the requirements of the BFSG and avoid fines.
- Larger target audience: around 7.8 million people in Germany live with a severe disability – accessible websites reach them and many more (mobile users, older users, users with visual impairments).
- Improved user experience: an accessible website increases satisfaction for all users, regardless of their abilities.
- SEO benefits: many accessibility measures (alt texts, structure, load time) also improve your ranking at the same time.
Frequently Asked Questions about the BFSG
Still unclear on the BFSG? We'll advise you personally and without obligation on your requirements.
Ask a questionWhen does the BFSG take effect?
Since June 28, 2025 for new products and services. For existing service contracts, transitional periods until 2030 partly apply.
What penalties are there for non-compliance?
Market surveillance authorities can impose fines and prohibit the provision of non-compliant offerings.
Is a note in the cookie banner about accessibility enough?
No. A technically accessible implementation according to WCAG 2.1 AA and a publicly available accessibility statement are required.
What does an accessibility audit cost?
The effort depends on the scope and starting point of your website. After a brief assessment, you'll receive a transparent quote.
Do you have questions about accessibility?
If you would like to know more about accessibility, or about the internet agency Einmahl WebSolution GmbH in Cologne, simply give us a call.
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