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Accessibility is a business imperative. Did you know that "97% of accessibility lawsuits target websites and ecommerce businesses instead of brick-and-mortar stores?" Ensuring your website meets ADA and WCAG standards can prevent legal issues and open your business to nearly two billion more potential customers. Read about five accessibility lawsuits and learn how to make your site inclusive for everyone: #WebAccessibility #WebsiteDesign

5 benefits of compliance to the EEA: Expanded Market Reach: By adhering to the EEA's accessibility requirements, businesses can tap into a larger customer base, including the approximately 87 million people in the EU with disabilities. This means a significant potential for increased sales and revenue. Enhanced User Experience: Implementing accessibility features often leads to improvements in the overall usability of a website or app for all users. This can result in higher customer satisfaction, increased engagement, and potentially better conversion rates. Strengthened Brand Reputation: Companies that demonstrate a commitment to accessibility and inclusivity are likely to be viewed more positively by consumers. This can lead to stronger brand loyalty, increased trust, and a competitive edge in the market. Reduced Legal Risks: Complying with the EAA helps businesses avoid potential penalties, fines, or other enforcement actions that could be imposed by member states for non-compliance. Alignment with Ethical Principles: Adhering to accessibility standards reflects a commitment to social responsibility and ethical business practices, fostering a more inclusive digital environment for everyone. https://lnkd.in/ekqGjZFT

🛑 Are you stopping potential customers from buying from you? According to a recent stat, 93% of you are and don’t know it! Here’s what you should know: Since the days before the internet, brick-and-mortar stores have been required by law to make accommodations for people with disabilities to be able to have equal opportunities to make purchases. This law is called the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). With the rise of e-commerce, websites are also required by the ADA to accommodate people with disabilities along with physical stores. 🚩 Sadly, 93% of websites do not follow this law. 🚩 If you’re not aware of this, that means you likely don’t have your website set up for ADA compliance. This means people with disabilities (nearly 25% of Americans) may not be able to use your site and are being left at your digital doorstep without a way in. The fixes can be simple to make with some coding and can make a world of difference to your end user. Beyond providing people with disabilities equal purchasing opportunity, there are a multitude of other benefits to ADA compliance as well. The ancillary benefits of being ADA compliant include: ✅ SEO improvements - Google knows when websites are compliant and gives them preference ✅ Lowered risk of lawsuits - there can be hefty fines if your website is not compliant with ADA ✅ Improved user experience - ADA compliant websites offer an improved experience for everyone If you’re interested in seeing if your website complies with ADA, DM me for a free audit that includes a list of fixes for identified issues! 📫 💌 #bcorp #adacompliance #digitalmarketing

An EU directive requiring accessible websites takes effect next year. If you’re not ready for this - discover what accessibility truly means and learn how much businesses lose annually by ignoring the spending power of people with disabilities 💡 Read our latest article by our front-end developer Katarzyna Lorek where she discusses the importance of accessibility and practical steps for implementing it.

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Don't get fined for inaccessibility 🌟 E-commerce & the European Accessibility Act (EAA) Being inclusive is hard, especially for e-commerce businesses. But with the European Accessibility Act (EAA) enforcement looming on June 28th, 2025, ensuring your website is accessible to all customers is no longer optional! ♿️❣️ 🔎 What is the EAA and how does it apply to e-commerce? The EAA mandates that e-commerce websites selling to EU residents must be accessible to people with disabilities. 👉 This includes features like clear color contrast, descriptive alt text for images and proper heading structures for easier navigation using screen readers. 👉 Compliance applies to all businesses, regardless of location, with EU customers. ❓ Why should you care about EAA compliance? 💸 Fines and penalties Non-compliance can result in hefty fines exceeding €60,000, and even potential jail time in some countries. 🔥 Enhanced brand reputation Demonstrating inclusivity through accessibility fosters trust and loyalty with a wider customer base. 🤩 Improved user experience A well-designed, accessible website benefits all users, not just those with disabilities. 😮💨 How can we help? ⚖️ Compliance gap assessment We can evaluate your website against WCAG 2.1 AA standards and identify areas for improvement ⚖️ Accessibility policy development We draft a clear accessibility policy outlining your commitment to inclusivity Don't wait until enforcement begins! Ensure today your e-commerce business is accessible to all!  #pridedisability is for July ♿️❤️🚀 #ecommerce #accessibility #EAA #eu

Unlocking Opportunities with the European Accessibility Act (EAA) 🙌 The EAA is set to transform how businesses in the EU approach #accessibility. Starting June 2025, companies must ensure their products and services are accessible to everyone, including those with disabilities. This isn't just about compliance - it's a chance to innovate and reach a broader audience. Read more about the impact of the EAA and its effects on the e-commerce industry in our latest blog article! 👇 #turbinetech #wcag #a11y

The majority of Shopify websites are not compliant with ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) standards. Approximately 98% of websites, including those hosted on Shopify, fail to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). This lack of compliance exposes businesses to potential legal actions and limits their accessibility to a wider audience. For businesses looking to enhance their Shopify store's accessibility, it is crucial to conduct both manual and automated audits to identify and fix any accessibility issues. Utilizing tools like AudioEye's accessibility checker or the Accessibly app can help streamline this process and ensure compliance with ADA standards - Let Us help!!!

Website accessibility advice from Tim Berners-Lee: "I believe the web should be accessible to all, regardless of disability." This is especially important for e-commerce websites. Many e-com sites overlook accessibility. But here's the thing: making your site accessible doesn't just benefit people with disabilities it also boosts your bottom line. Common accessibility issues in e-commerce: - Missing alternative text for images - Poor screen reader support - No keyboard navigation - Inaccessible forms - Low contrast text Not addressing these issues can alienate potential customers and leave you vulnerable to lawsuits (yes, it happens). Pro tip: Run an accessibility audit using tools like WAVE or Axe. Start by fixing the basics: high contrast, alt text, and keyboard navigability, and watch your site become more inclusive and more effective.