Accessibility & BFSG Compliance

Get Your Website Ready for the New German Accessibility Law (BFSG)

From June 28, 2025, many websites must meet strict accessibility standards under the Barrierefreiheitsstärkungsgesetz (BFSG). We help you determine whether your business is affected – and support you in staying compliant, efficiently and affordably.

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Why Accessibility Matters

The BFSG applies to websites, online shops, booking systems and more – even for small businesses. Digital accessibility improves usability for all users, including people with disabilities, and it’s becoming a legal must.

What Does “Digital Accessibility” Mean?

A digitally accessible website is usable by everyone – including people with vision, hearing, motor or cognitive impairments.

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Legal
Risks

Legal Risks Under BFSG

The BFSG mandates accessibility for digital services.
Failing to comply may result in:

If you are affected by the BFSG, you are expected to act – ignorance is not a defense.

Is My Business Affected?

Not every website is automatically covered by the new Accessibility Strengthening Act (BFSG) but many businesses underestimate how quickly the rules apply to them.

Take the Quick Check

Find out in less than 1 minute whether your business is likely to be affected by the BFSG and what to do next.

Please note: This quick check is intended for general orientation purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For a binding assessment of your legal obligations under the BFSG, please consult a qualified attorney.

Our Accessibility Services

Practical solutions to help your website meet WCAG and BFSG standards.

Audit & Consultation

A fast, expert review of your site with actionable next steps – no commitment required.

Accessible Website Rebuild

Rebuilds optimized for WCAG 2.1 AA from the ground up – fast, responsive, and inclusive.

Accessibility Monitoring

We run regular scans and fix new issues – so your site stays compliant as your content grows.

Accessible Forms & Components

Custom forms, menus, and UI blocks that meet usability and accessibility standards.

AI-generated ALT Text

Smart, context-aware image descriptions generated and reviewed for clarity.

Editor & Team
Training

Empower your team with best practices for content, media, and ongoing compliance.

Accessibility-driven
SEO

Improve discoverability through semantic HTML, structure, and inclusive content.

BFSG Accessibility
Statement Page

A legally compliant, plain-language page tailored for BFSG and WCAG visibility.

Why Softloop

Expertise you can trust. Fast audits, clear results, fair pricing.

Specialized in WordPress & Performance

Fast, secure, and accessible WordPress builds. Performance and compliance baked in.

WCAG-Ready Design Patterns

Prebuilt, accessible UI components. Designed to pass WCAG 2.1 AA.

Realistic, Solution-Focused Process

More than audits – real fixes. Step-by-step help that fits your workflow.

Legal + Technical Expertise

Compliance meets code. Stay ahead of WCAG, ADA, and EAA.

Smart Automation via AI

AI-driven checks and fixes. Less manual work, faster results.

Manual Expert Review

Human-led audits with real manual testing. Accurate results where automation falls short.

Frequently asked
questions

Accessibility & BFSG Compliance

The Barrierefreiheitsstärkungsgesetz (BFSG) is a new German law requiring many websites and digital services to be accessible for people with disabilities by June 28, 2025.

Use our quickcheck tool to find out if you are likely to be affected.

An accessible website can be used by people with visual, motor, auditory, or cognitive impairments.

This includes clear contrast, keyboard usability, screen reader support, image ALT texts, and structured page content — based on the WCAG 2.1 AA standard.

You’ll receive a PDF audit with:

  • A snapshot of key accessibility issues on your site

  • A simple explanation of what they mean

  • Suggested steps to address them

There’s no obligation – just clarity.

Your report is based on a combination of automated tools and a human review, ensuring both speed and quality.

We check things that scanners often miss – like accessibility for screen readers, focus order for keyboard input, and real-world usability.

You’ll typically receive your personalized report within 2–3 business days. We combine automated checks with human review to ensure accuracy – so it’s worth the short wait.

It depends on your current setup. We offer modular packages starting from a simple audit consultation up to full accessible redesigns.

We can send you a clear proposal after your free report – no surprises.

A basic accessibility upgrade typically takes 1–3 weeks, depending on complexity. For larger websites or shops, we’ll create a tailored roadmap.

Yes – we can generate a compliant accessibility statement that satisfies the BFSG and EU EAA guidelines. We’ll even keep it up to date if you subscribe to our monitoring service.

Absolutely. Accessible websites are easier to use, load faster, and tend to rank better in search engines.

It’s a win for your users, your brand, and your bottom line.

Make Your Website Accessible For All

Avoid Fines. Improve UX.
Get Your Free Accessibility Report.

The new German BFSG law is here – and non-compliant websites could face penalties of up to €100,000.

Let us show you where your site stands and how to make it accessible for everyone – fast, clear, and without obligation.

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