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EN 301 549

EN 301 549 is the European standard specifying accessibility requirements for information and communication technology.

EN 301 549 is the European standard specifying accessibility requirements for information and communication technology. Implementation should favor native web standards and combine automated checks with keyboard and assistive-technology testing. The concept is closely related to WCAG and German Accessibility Act (BFSG).

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EN 301 549

Who is EN 301 549 relevant for?
It is relevant for providers of digital offerings, agencies, and auditors, and also in public-sector procurement and audits. There it supplies the common test basis that clients and contractors can refer to. Whether an obligation exists depends on law and scope, not on the standard itself.
What role does EN 301 549 play under the BFSG?
The standard serves as a technical reference for implementing accessibility. The BFSG has applied since June 28, 2025 and implements the European Accessibility Act, but it names no test values. EN 301 549 fills that gap with concrete requirements. How it applies in an individual case remains a legal assessment.
How are EN 301 549 and WCAG related?
For web content, EN 301 549 refers to WCAG and adopts its success criteria. It also covers further areas such as software, hardware, documents, and support. WCAG conformance therefore covers the web chapter but not the whole standard. For a plain website, though, WCAG remains the practical core.