Why WCAG 2.2 Compliance Is Good for Business (Not Just the Law)
When businesses think about accessibility, it's often in the context of avoiding lawsuits or meeting mandatory regulations like the European Accessibility Act (EAA). But here's the truth: complying with WCAG 2.2 (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) isn’t just about legal compliance — it’s a business advantage.
Accessibility Expands Your Customer Base
Over 135 million people in the EU live with some form of disability. Making your website accessible means you're not shutting out a large and valuable market segment. WCAG 2.2 helps ensure everyone can access your products and services — including those using screen readers, keyboard navigation, or voice input.
Improved SEO and Site Structure
Many of the best practices for accessibility — semantic HTML, descriptive alt tags, logical heading structures — also benefit search engines. When you improve accessibility, you often improve SEO by making your content easier to crawl and understand.
Better User Experience for Everyone
Accessibility improvements like clear contrast, keyboard shortcuts, and logical tab flows help all users — not just those with disabilities. A more intuitive interface reduces bounce rates and increases conversions.
Future-Proofing for Regulations
With the EAA enforcement coming in 2025, regulations are only getting stricter. Starting your WCAG 2.2 journey now puts your organization ahead of the curve and reduces future technical debt.
Reduced Legal Risk and Improved Trust
Ignoring accessibility puts your business at risk of lawsuits, reputational damage, and customer churn. Showing your commitment to inclusion builds trust and positions you as a socially responsible brand.
How GetWCAG Helps
GetWCAG is a fast, scalable accessibility scanner that helps you: