As we move into 2025, digital accessibility is no longer just a “nice-to-have” feature, it’s a legal requirement, a business opportunity, and a moral imperative. With the upcoming European Accessibility Act (EAA) coming into force in June 2025, businesses across the EU will be held to a new standard: their digital products and services must be accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities.
At CozmoTec, we believe that great design is inclusive by default. We work with companies to build accessible, future-proof digital experiences that meet both compliance requirements and user expectations.
Here’s why accessibility should be at the forefront of your UX/UI strategy in 2025and what your business can do about it today.
What Is the European Accessibility Act?
The European Accessibility Act is an EU directive aimed at harmonising accessibility standards across member states. It applies to a wide range of digital products and services, including:
- Websites and mobile apps
- E-commerce platforms
- Banking services
- Ticketing and transport apps
- E-readers and self-service terminals
From June 28, 2025, new products and services must meet accessibility requirements. Existing services that undergo major updates may also fall under the new rules.
Failure to comply could result in reputational damage, legal consequences, and lost market access. But beyond compliance, accessibility opens the door to a broader, often overlooked customer base.
Accessibility Is UX/UI Done Right
Accessibility isn’t just about screen readers or high-contrast buttons (though those matter). It’s about creating intuitive, user-friendly experiences for all users, regardless of their abilities.
When you design with accessibility in mind, you:
- Improve navigation and usability for everyone
- Reduce user frustration and abandonment rates
- Increase SEO performance (yes, accessible sites tend to rank better)
- Future-proof your product against legal and technical changes
Think of it as universal design for the digital age, what works for users with impairments often enhances the experience for everyone else too.
Why Businesses Should Care Now
Ignoring accessibility can no longer be brushed off as a technical detail or edge-case scenario. Consider this:
- Over 87 million Europeans live with some form of disability.
- 1 in 4 adults globally has a condition that affects how they interact with digital interfaces.
- Accessibility lawsuits are rising year-over-year, particularly in the tech and e-commerce sectors.
- Many procurement contracts, especially in the public sector, now require proof of accessibility compliance.
By acting now, you don’t just avoid last-minute compliance scrambles,you build trust, reach new audiences, and set your brand apart as inclusive and forward-thinking.
How CozmoTec Builds for Accessibility
At CozmoTec, accessibility is not an afterthought, it’s baked into our UX/UI process from day one. Here’s how we approach accessible design:
- WCAG 2.1 and EN 301 549 compliance baked into our design standards
- User testing that includes people with diverse abilities
- Semantic HTML and ARIA best practices in development
- Accessible colour palettes, keyboard navigation, and screen-reader friendly layouts
- Custom dashboards and interfaces built with inclusive interaction in mind
Whether you’re launching a new product or upgrading an existing platform, we can help you design smarter and more inclusively without sacrificing creativity or performance.
What Should You Do Next?
Here’s how to start preparing for 2025:
- Audit your current digital products for accessibility gaps.
- Update your design systems to include accessibility best practices.
- Train your team on inclusive UX principles.
- Partner with experts who can guide you through compliance and innovation.
Accessibility isn’t just about meeting a checklist it’s about building digital experiences that everyone can engage with confidently.
Accessibility Is the Future. Get Ahead of It Now.
As 2025 approaches, accessibility isn’t optional, it’s essential. Smart businesses aren’t just reacting to regulations; they’re using them as a launchpad for better design, broader reach, and long-term resilience.
CozmoTec is here to help you build digital solutions that are inclusive, compliant, and future-ready.
Let’s talk about how we can future-proof your digital presence