Simple shop integration for more accessibility

Because the law has required since June 2025 that all operators of digital products and services who conduct digital business on the Internet with end consumers must comply. This also includes online shops – regardless of business model or system. The reason is that a survey by Aktion Mensch found that only a third of the largest online shops are accessible. As a result, many people are unable to shop online.

All essential content, images, descriptions, and interactive elements – from navigation to forms to product views. Apps and applications for using your shop are also included. This ensures that all customers with disabilities can use your website.

Basically yes – but there are exceptions. The decision lies with the market surveillance authority. Nevertheless, voluntary implementation is strongly recommended to avoid violations, fines, and loss of reputation.

The Accessibility Strengthening Act (BFSG) obliges operators of digital offerings to make their content permanently accessible to people with and without disabilities. This includes not only websites, but also webshops, mobile applications, and digital services. The basis is international standards such as the WCAG and the EAA. They require, among other things: keyboard operability, understandable structure, high-contrast design, and alternative texts – all technical measures that not only enable but actively support accessibility on the Internet. For companies, this results in clear advantages, such as legal certainty, better user experience, and a larger target group. Because digital participation is not only possible, it is mandatory – and those who act early reach more people and secure competitive advantages instead of sanctions. Better SEO ranking is also possible with digital accessibility.

There are legal risks, poorer Google rankings, and a loss of digital reach. Accessibility is no longer an extra – but a legal minimum standard.

Yes. Our solutions are optimized for all common webshops and commerce platforms (e.g. Shopify, Shopware, Magento, WooCommerce, xt:Commerce) in Germany – regardless of system scope, infrastructure, or provider. Integration is possible in almost every case.

As the operator of an online shop, you are responsible for making your content accessible to everyone – including people with disabilities. A mere self-assessment is not enough. SiteCockpit supports you with professional tests according to WCAG standards: In the Accessibility Audit we test, among other things, keyboard operation, contrasts, structure, and usability with assistive tools. This way you can identify barriers early, avoid violations, and benefit from the advantages of an accessible webshop.