EAA · WCAG · EN 301 549
European Accessibility Act vs WCAG: How They Fit Together
The European Accessibility Act sets legal requirements; it does not list code rules itself. In practice the harmonised standard EN 301 549 fills the gap – and for web content it points to WCAG at level AA.
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| Layer | What it is | For your shop |
|---|---|---|
| European Accessibility Act | EU directive, implemented in national law | Whether you must comply and what information you must publish |
| EN 301 549 | Harmonised European standard | Presumption of conformity if you meet it |
| WCAG 2.1/2.2 AA | W3C technical guideline | The concrete checks: alt text, labels, contrast, keyboard … |
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FAQ
Which WCAG version applies?
EN 301 549 version 3.2.1 references WCAG 2.1. Many teams already work against WCAG 2.2 AA, which includes all 2.1 criteria plus a few more – a safe target.
Do I need AAA?
No. Level AA is the common target; AAA is not required for whole websites.
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