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A11Y – Accessibility Glossary
What does A11Y stand for? Learn how to build inclusive, accessible and SEO-friendly websites. Glossary entry by NITSAN GmbH.
Accessibility – Accessibility Glossary
What does accessibility mean online, and why does it matter? Learn how to make your website usable for everyone. Explained by NITSAN GmbH.
Accessibility Audit – Accessibility Glossary
What happens in a website accessibility audit? See how barriers are found and fixed against WCAG. An overview from NITSAN GmbH.
Accessibility Center
How does the Accessibility Centre support public institutions in Germany with barrier-free access? Explained by NITSAN GmbH. Learn more.
Accessibility Conformance Report
What is an Accessibility Conformance Report and why does it matter? See how an ACR documents gaps. Explained by NITSAN GmbH. Learn the basics.
Accessibility Remediation
How do you fix common accessibility issues on an existing website? A simple remediation guide from the NITSAN GmbH team. See what to fix first.
Accessibility Statement
What belongs in an accessibility statement? Learn why it matters, what to include and how it helps every user. A guide by NITSAN GmbH.
Accessibility Testing
How do you test a website for accessibility? Methods, WCAG guidelines and tools explained by NITSAN GmbH. Start with the basics.
Accessible Design – Accessibility Glossary
What is accessible design? Practical tips such as alt text, captions and keyboard navigation, explained by NITSAN GmbH.
Alternative Text – Accessibility Glossary
What makes good alt text? Simple rules for descriptions that help users, SEO and inclusion. Quick guide by NITSAN GmbH.
ARIA – Accessibility Glossary
What is ARIA? Learn how ARIA attributes help assistive technologies understand complex web apps. NITSAN GmbH glossary.
Assistive Learning Device
How do screen readers and speech software support learning? See how assistive devices open up knowledge for all, explained by NITSAN GmbH.
Assistive Technology
What is assistive technology? See how tools like screen readers and switches help people with disabilities use digital content. NITSAN GmbH glossary.
Audio Accessibility – Accessibility Glossary
How do you make videos and podcasts accessible? Subtitles, transcripts and sign language explained simply by the NITSAN GmbH team. Read more.
Audio Description – Accessibility Glossary
How does audio description help blind users follow scenes and actions? Meaning, use cases and tips, explained by NITSAN GmbH.
Awareness Raising – Accessibility Glossary
Why does raising awareness of digital accessibility matter? It reduces barriers and fosters inclusion. Explained by NITSAN GmbH.
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Barrier-free Access – Accessibility Glossary
What does barrier-free access mean for digital and physical spaces? Definition, examples and why it matters, explained by NITSAN GmbH.
Barrierefreiheitsstärkungsgesetz (BFSG)
The BFSG has applied since 28 June 2025 to consumer products and services. Who is affected, exemptions, deadlines, fines, standards. Not legal advice.
BITV – Accessibility Glossary
BITV 2.0 explained: who must comply? Scope, EN 301 549, accessibility statement and exemptions. Status October 2026, not legal advice.
Blindness – Accessibility Glossary
How do blind users access websites and services? Tools, assistive technology and design basics explained by NITSAN GmbH. Read more.
Braille – Accessibility Glossary
What is Braille? Learn how this tactile reading system of raised dots supports blind readers. NITSAN GmbH accessibility glossary.
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Closed Captions – Accessibility Glossary
What are closed captions? See how they help deaf viewers, non-native speakers and noisy settings. Explained by NITSAN GmbH.
Cochlear Implant – Accessibility Glossary
How do cochlear implants help people with severe hearing loss, and what do they mean for accessible communication? Explained by NITSAN GmbH.
Cognitive Accessibility
What is cognitive accessibility? Learn how to make digital content understandable for people with learning or memory needs. NITSAN GmbH.
Conformance Level – Accessibility Glossary
What are the accessibility conformance levels A, AA and AAA? See how they differ and which one to aim for. A guide by NITSAN GmbH.
Contrast Ratio – Accessibility Glossary
How much contrast does text need to be readable? Learn why contrast ratio matters for accessibility and how to check it. By NITSAN GmbH.
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Deaf Culture – Accessibility Glossary
What is Deaf culture and why does it matter for inclusion? Language, values and traditions explained simply by NITSAN GmbH. Read the overview.
Deaf vs deaf – Accessibility Glossary
Why does the capital D matter? Learn how Deaf culture and identity differ from audiological deafness and why it matters for accessibility. NITSAN GmbH.
Deafness – Accessibility Glossary
How do captions, sign language and assistive tech support deaf users online? A concise explainer from NITSAN GmbH.
Design for All – Accessibility Glossary
What is Design for All? Create spaces and products usable by everyone, regardless of age or ability. Explained by NITSAN GmbH. Read more.
Digital Accessibility
What is digital accessibility, and how do you make websites and apps inclusive for all users? A beginner-friendly guide from NITSAN GmbH.
Disability – Accessibility Glossary
How does accessibility support people with disabilities? Learn the key ideas and strategies for removing barriers. Glossary entry by NITSAN GmbH.
Disability Equality Act (BGG)
The BGG aims to eliminate discrimination against people with disabilities. Scope, reasonable accommodation, arbitration and the 2026 reform at a glance.
Disability-friendly – Accessibility Glossary
Is a disability-friendly site automatically accessible? Learn where the two differ and why full accessibility standards matter. By NITSAN GmbH.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
How do diversity, equity and inclusion connect with accessibility? Practical ways to build spaces that work for everyone. By NITSAN GmbH.
Document Remediation
How do you turn PDFs and Word files into accessible documents? A simple guide to document remediation, written by the NITSAN GmbH team.
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EAA – Accessibility Glossary
What is the European Accessibility Act? Common EU rules for accessible digital products, applicable since 28 June 2025. Explained by NITSAN GmbH.
Easy Language – Accessibility Glossary
What is Easy Language? Simple words and grammar help people with cognitive impairments. See how to apply it online, from NITSAN GmbH.
Environmental, Social, and Governance
How do environmental, social and governance factors relate to accessibility? Learn why inclusion matters in ESG. NITSAN GmbH glossary.
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German Sign Language (DGS)
What is German Sign Language (DGS)? A legally recognized visual language used by Deaf people, and why it matters online. NITSAN GmbH.
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Hard of Hearing – Accessibility Glossary
How do you support hard of hearing users online? Captions, transcripts and inclusive design explained by NITSAN GmbH.
Hearing Aids – Accessibility Glossary
How do hearing aids support communication, safety and independence? What it means for accessible design, explained by NITSAN GmbH.
Hearing Impairment – Accessibility Glossary
Make your content work for people with hearing impairment: captions, sign language and assistive devices explained by NITSAN GmbH. See the examples.
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Inclusion – Accessibility Glossary
What does inclusion mean in accessibility? See how inclusive design gives everyone equal access to digital content. Explained by NITSAN GmbH.
Inclusive Design – Accessibility Glossary
What is inclusive design? Accessible, usable and equitable digital experiences for everyone, explained by NITSAN GmbH.
Inclusivity – Accessibility Glossary
What does inclusivity mean for accessibility? Learn how equal access to digital and physical spaces improves usability. By NITSAN GmbH.
Input Assistance – Accessibility Glossary
How does input assistance help users? Keyboard shortcuts, auto-suggestions and error hints explained, with the EAA in mind. By NITSAN GmbH.
Input Device – Accessibility Glossary
Which input devices make technology usable for everyone? Adaptive keyboards, voice recognition and Braille displays explained by NITSAN GmbH.
Invisible Disability
Invisible disabilities shape daily life. Learn why accessibility matters and which accommodations help, explained by NITSAN GmbH. Read more.
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JAWS – Accessibility Glossary
How does the JAWS screen reader work? Learn its key features and how to make your website work well with it. Explained by NITSAN GmbH. Read more.
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Keyboard Navigation – Accessibility Glossary
Can everyone use your site without a mouse? Learn tab order, visible focus indicators and how to test keyboard access. A NITSAN GmbH guide.
Keyboard Operability
Why must a website work with the keyboard alone? Learn the benefits and basics of keyboard accessibility from the NITSAN GmbH team.
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Lip Reading – Accessibility Glossary
What does lip reading mean for deaf and hard-of-hearing users? Benefits, challenges and design takeaways explained by NITSAN GmbH. Read the overview.
Low Vision – Accessibility Glossary
How do you design for low vision users? Contrast, resizable text, clear navigation and alt text. Guide by NITSAN GmbH.
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Mobility Aids – Accessibility Glossary
How do mobility aids help people with physical impairments move safely and independently indoors and out? By NITSAN GmbH.
Motor Impairment – Accessibility Glossary
How do you design for users with motor impairments? Keyboard navigation, large targets and voice control explained by NITSAN GmbH. Read more.
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NVDA – Accessibility Glossary
What is NVDA and how does it help blind users browse the web independently? A short explainer on the free screen reader by NITSAN GmbH.
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Photosensitivity – Accessibility Glossary
Protect users with photosensitivity: reduce brightness, avoid flashing content and design safer pages. Guidance by NITSAN GmbH. Learn the basics.
Public Accommodations
What does accessibility mean in public accommodations? Why it matters and how businesses support equal access, explained by NITSAN GmbH.
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Readability – Accessibility Glossary
How do you make text easier to read online? Tips for readability, wider reach and accessible content. NITSAN GmbH glossary.
Reasonable Accommodation
What are reasonable accommodations, and how do they support inclusion on websites and in online spaces? A clear explainer by NITSAN GmbH.
Reasonable Adjustment
Reasonable adjustment (reasonable accommodation) explained: definition, UN CRPD, German BGG, examples and limits. Status: October 2026.
Responsive Design – Accessibility Glossary
Why does responsive design matter for accessibility? See how flexible layouts improve readability and usability on any device. NITSAN GmbH.
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Screen Reader Compatibility
Can blind and visually impaired visitors use your site? Practical tips to improve screen reader compatibility, from NITSAN GmbH.
Screen Readers – Accessibility Glossary
How do blind users browse the web? Screen readers turn content into speech, and good markup makes the difference. NITSAN GmbH explains.
Sign Language – Accessibility Glossary
Why does sign language matter for digital accessibility? See how it promotes equality and supports deaf users. Explained by NITSAN GmbH. Read more.
Sign Language Interpreters
How do sign language interpreters make digital content accessible to deaf users? Explained in the NITSAN GmbH glossary.
Sign Language Video – Accessibility Glossary
How do sign language videos make digital content understandable for deaf users? Benefits for accessibility and inclusion, by NITSAN GmbH.
Speech Recognition – Accessibility Glossary
How does speech recognition help people with disabilities through hands-free control and dictation? An overview from NITSAN GmbH.
Structured Negotiations
Can accessibility disputes be solved without lawsuits? See how structured negotiations work. Glossary entry by NITSAN GmbH.
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Usability – Accessibility Glossary
How do usability and accessibility create better web experiences for everyone? An explainer by the NITSAN GmbH team.
Usability vs. Accessibility
Usability vs. accessibility: how do they differ and why does a good website need both? Clear examples from NITSAN GmbH.
User Testing – Accessibility Glossary
Why test with real users? Find barriers that people with disabilities face and improve accessibility. Explained by NITSAN GmbH.
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Video Accessibility – Accessibility Glossary
How do you make videos accessible? Add captions, transcripts and visual clarity for every viewer. Glossary entry by NITSAN GmbH.
Vision Impairment – Accessibility Glossary
How do you design for users with low vision? Large fonts, high contrast, alt text and screen reader support, explained by NITSAN GmbH.
Visual Alerting Devices
How do flashing lights, icons and text alerts help deaf and hard of hearing users? Learn where visual alerts support accessibility. By NITSAN GmbH.
Voice User Input – Accessibility Glossary
How does voice input help people with disabilities? Hands-free control and simpler interaction explained by NITSAN GmbH.
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W3C – Accessibility Glossary
What is the W3C, and how do its WCAG guidelines shape accessible websites? Understand the standards behind inclusion. By NITSAN GmbH.
WCAG – Accessibility Glossary
What is WCAG and what does it mean for your website? Learn the principles, conformance levels and first steps. A plain-English guide by NITSAN GmbH.
Web Accessibility – Accessibility Glossary
What is web accessibility? Learn how to make websites usable for people with disabilities and why it matters. Explained by NITSAN GmbH.
Web Accessibility Compliance
Why does accessibility matter and how do you make your website inclusive and user-friendly? A practical overview by NITSAN GmbH.
Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI)
What does the W3C's Web Accessibility Initiative do? See how WCAG, ATAG and UAAG fit together for inclusive web experiences. NITSAN GmbH.
Web Accessibility Principles
What are the four principles of web accessibility? Perceivable, operable, understandable and robust, explained by NITSAN GmbH.