Barrier-free, accessible to all
Accessibility is primarily a legal requirement under laws such as the EU Website Directive, BITV 2.0 in Germany, and WCAG guidelines, but it is also an ethical obligation. Accessible websites meet compliance requirements, improve SEO, and can reach a larger audience.
In practical terms, accessibility means ensuring that websites and applications are usable by everybody, including people with disabilities, older adults, people with limited technical skills, and people with slow internet connections.
It ensures that everyone has equitable access to information and services provided on the web, benefiting all users, but also increasing the challenge to many internet agencies.
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Stefan Reinhardt
Service Partner - Germany
+49 6204 6011377 | stefan.reinhardt@nitsantech.de
Get expert advice on accessibility
Accessibility experts provide step-by-step instructions for TYPO3 websites to support compliance with WCAG, BFSG, and BITV 2.0, so that your website works better for people with disabilities.
An important step toward a more inclusive website.
Your TYPO3 Website
Accessibility Specialist
Creating an accessible website takes technical skills and an understanding of the needs of people with diverse impairments. Legislated commitments to meeting accessibility needs, as well as the differences between sites, can make it challenging to incorporate accessibility requirements into existing systems and move content over to a new site. TYPO3 offers the flexibility and adaptability to build upon meant-to-be inclusively designed websites.
NITSAN brings its experience of accessibility and works with TYPO3 to support TYPO3 agencies in delivering digital services that are inclusively designed for all users and ensure full legal compliance.
Process to Make Accessible Website
Accessibility Standards & Guidelines
We Follow
WCAG 2.1
(Web Content Accessibility Guidelines)
The international standard for digital accessibility ensures that your website is perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust.
BITV 2.0
(Barrierefreie-Informationstechnik-Verordnung)
Germany’s national regulation for accessible IT, required for all public-sector websites and is based on WCAG.
EU-Richtlinie zur Barrierefreiheit im Internet
Requires public sector websites and apps across the EU, including those in Germany, to meet accessibility requirements.
EN 301 549
The European accessibility standard for ICT products and services, including websites, uis sed to support compliance with the EU Directive.
BFSG
(Barrierefreiheitsstärkungsgesetz)
Germany’s new law strengthening accessibility for private businesses offering digital services, mandatory from June 2025.
EAA
(Europäische Barrierefreiheitsrichtlinie)
A European Union directive requiring accessible digital products and services, impacting both public and private sectors.
Clear and simple navigation
Keyboard operability: All interactive elements of the website should be fully operable via the keyboard. This also includes the ability to move through the content using the tab key.
Skip links: The ability to skip long menus or recurring elements is helpful for screen reader users.
Sitemap: A well-structured sitemap can make navigation easier.
Forms
Labeling:Form elements should always have labels that are correctly linked to the input fields so that they can be read correctly by screen readers.
Error messages and instructions:Forms should provide users with clear error messages and instructions, and these should be accessible both visually and via screen readers.
Semantic structuring of the content
Heading hierarchy: The content should be clearly organized and provided with a correct heading hierarchy (H1, H2, H3, etc.) so that screen readers can interpret the structure correctly.
Lists and tables: These should be formatted semantically correctly in order to present the information clearly.
High-contrast design
Color schemes:Sufficient contrast between text and background is important so that people with visual impairments or color vision deficiencies can also easily recognize the content.
Emphasizing focus elements:Interactive elements should be clearly highlighted when they are focused or active.
Automatic content and animations
Reduction of movement: Automatically playing videos or animations should be avoided or switched off, as they can distract or irritate users.
Time-based content: Time-limited functions should either be extended or deactivated so that users with slower reaction times are not excluded.
FAQ’s for TYPO3 Website Accessibility
TYPO3 offers agencies numerous advantages, particularly in terms of costs and the technical implementation of accessible websites:
Website accessibility ensures everyone, including people with disabilities, can access and use your website. It’s important because it helps create an inclusive user experience, improves usability, and helps you meet legal and web standards like WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines).
WCAG stands for Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, which provide a set of standards to make websites more accessible. These guidelines cover elements like text clarity, visual design, and functionality. Meeting WCAG standards ensures your TYPO3 website is accessible to a wider audience, improving usability and legal compliance.
We start by auditing your website to identify accessibility issues. Based on this audit, we implement solutions such as screen reader compatibility, keyboard navigation, alt text for images, accessible forms, and more. After implementation, we thoroughly test to ensure compliance with accessibility standards.
No, our approach ensures that accessibility improvements blend seamlessly with your existing design. We focus on making enhancements that improve usability without changing the look and feel of your site.
The timeline depends on the current accessibility level of your site and the number of improvements needed. After an initial audit, we can provide a clear timeline based on your website’s specific needs.
Yes, we provide ongoing support to keep your website accessible as it grows and changes. This includes periodic audits, updates, and adjustments to ensure your site continues to meet accessibility standards.
Accessibility enhancements, such as clear navigation, alt text, and optimized content, improve usability and readability, which are also valued by search engines. So, a more accessible website often leads to better SEO performance.
That’s no problem. We offer customized solutions and can address specific accessibility needs, whether it’s improving screen reader compatibility, making forms accessible, or enhancing keyboard navigation.
Your Accessibility Partner for TYPO3 Project
At NITSAN, we’re here to support Internet Agencies, Web Agencies, and all other agencies, including those managing government websites, in making their TYPO3 websites accessible to all. We understand that achieving accessibility can seem complex, but we’re committed to guiding you through each step, from the initial audit to implementation. Our goal is to help you and your clients meet legal accessibility standards while enhancing the overall user experience.
With NITSAN as your partner, you can confidently offer accessible TYPO3 solutions that extend your reach and benefit everyone. We believe accessibility is about more than compliance, it’s about creating inclusive, user-friendly experiences. Let’s work together to make accessibility an integral part of your agency’s services, providing real value and lasting impact for your clients and their audiences.
Customers of NITSAN
Stefan Reinhardt
Contact for SMEs and public institutions
stefan.reinhardt@nitsantech.de|+49 6204 6011377
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