The European Accessibility Act Is Now Law: What It Means for Digital Learning
What Is the European Accessibility Act?
The European Accessibility Act (EAA), formally enforced on 28 June 2025, is a major step toward creating a more inclusive digital world. It requires that products and services—including websites, mobile apps, and e-learning platforms—be accessible to people with disabilities across the EU.
This is more than a policy update. It’s a legal mandate aimed at removing digital barriers and ensuring equal access to technology and information for all users.
Why This Matters for Digital Learning Providers
Digital learning has become the backbone of professional development, education, and workforce training. But not all learners experience it the same way. For millions across Europe, content that's not designed with accessibility in mind becomes a barrier instead of a bridge.
The EAA addresses this by aligning digital learning expectations with WCAG 2.1 standards—requiring developers, educators, and content creators to meet specific accessibility criteria.
How BeeHex Ensures EAA Compliance
WCAG-Aligned Course Design
We use high contrast, alt text, and clear, readable typography to ensure content is perceivable and operable by screen readers and other assistive technologies.Real-World Accessibility Testing
We test every course with screen readers like VoiceOver and NVDA, and simulate color blindness scenarios to ensure content is not reliant on color cues alone.Compliant LMS Platforms
We help our clients choose learning management systems (LMS) and tools that support accessibility features, such as keyboard navigation, closed captions, and semantic HTML structure.
What You Need to Do Now
If you’re an educator, training provider, or platform developer, here are three things to do:
Audit your content for accessibility gaps
Choose WCAG-compliant tools and platforms
Include accessibility from the start, not as an afterthought
Accessibility Is Not Optional—It’s Smart, Inclusive Design
The EAA is here—and it’s a powerful reminder that accessibility isn’t just a checkbox. It’s about enabling every learner to engage, participate, and succeed.
At BeeHex, we're proud to support organisations in making learning inclusive, legal, and future-ready.
Need help reviewing or upgrading your course accessibility? Contact us to book a free accessibility consultation.
