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Thin Slice Digital: Achieves WCAG 2.2 Accessibility Compliance

Starting on June 28, 2025, public organisations and private businesses within the EU will be required to ensure their websites and mobile applications comply with accessibility standards outlined in the European Accessibility Act (EAA). Failure to comply could result in penalties, including fines of up to €60,000, reputational damage, and a diminished market reach.

But don’t worry—Thin Slice Digital is here to help. Our experienced team of experts specialises in making websites compliant with WCAG 2.2 Level AA standards, ensuring your digital presence is accessible, inclusive, and legally sound.

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WCAG Accessibility: Legal Requirements

Legal requirements

Public sector bodies in Ireland must meet WCAG standards under the European Union (Accessibility of Websites and Mobile Applications of Public Sector Bodies) Regulations 2020.
Private sector businesses offering digital products or services must comply with the European Accessibility Act (EAA) by June 2025, or risk fines of up to €60,000.
1.3 billion people worldwide live with a disability that can impact how they interact with websites.

What Is WCAG 2.2?

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 are the gold standard for website accessibility, designed to ensure digital inclusivity for users with:

Vision, hearing, or mobility disabilities.
Cognitive and learning differences.
Even temporary challenges, like browsing with the sound off.

WCAG 2.2 builds on earlier versions (2.1, 2.0) and introduces nine new criteria to improve accessibility for modern users—touchscreens, low vision, and alternative authentication methods included.

Why WCAG 2.2 Compliance Matters

Make the web a better place: Ensure everyone can navigate, interact, and enjoy your site equally.
Reach a wider audience: Build websites everyone can use, from first-timers to tech-savvy pros.
SEO boost: Accessible websites play nice with search engines, giving your site a visibility edge.
Future-proof your business: WCAG compliance is expected to become the default across Europe, the UK, and the US.
Better experiences for all: Accessibility benefits everyone, whether they’re using assistive tech or squinting at their phone in bright sunlight.

What Does WCAG 2.2 Level AA Compliance Mean?

Thin Slice Digital focuses on Level AA compliance, the most widely adopted and practical standard for creating accessible websites. It ensures your website is inclusive, user-friendly, and compliant with Irish and EU regulations.

Legal compliance:

Public sector bodies must meet Level AA under the European Union (Accessibility of Websites and Mobile Applications of Public Sector Bodies) Regulations 2020.
Private organisations benefit from meeting Level AA ahead of the 2025 EAA deadline.

Removes key barriers:

Ensures proper colour contrast for text and images.
Supports resizable text, making content readable at up to 200% zoom.
Provides consistent navigation to help users with cognitive disabilities.

Practical and achievable:

Level AA is sufficient for most organisations, addressing common user needs without the added complexity of Level AAA compliance.

Who Must Comply With the European Accessibility Act (Eaa)?

The EAA mandates accessibility for businesses operating in specific sectors of the European market. Starting in June 2025, firms with 10 or more employees, including those selling tickets to tours, events, or attractions, must ensure their digital products and services meet accessibility standards.

These requirements apply not only to businesses based in Europe but also to those conducting business within the EU.

Sectors Affected by the EAA:

eCommerce: Online shopping platforms.
Tourism and events: Ticketing websites and platforms selling access to tours, attractions, or experiences.
Banking and financial services: Including ATMs, point-of-sale devices, and financial websites.
Telecommunications: Websites, mobile apps, and communication devices.
Transport: Air, bus, rail, and waterborne passenger services.
Technology products: Computers, mobile phones, e-readers, ticketing machines, and information kiosks.

Digital Products Covered:

Websites and mobile apps used for ticket sales, information, and bookings.
Financial ATMs and point-of-sale devices.
Electronic ticketing and check-in terminals.
Information kiosks, self-service checkouts, and digital boards.

You are selling tickets to a bus tour, a concert, a museum, just managing an event venue, or operating in any affected sector? Thin Slice Digital ensures your website and digital platforms are accessible and compliant with the EAA by June 2025.

More Than Just Design

Website Functionality and WordPress Features

A professional website is more than just a digital storefront. It's a blend of innovative design and functional elements that enhance user experience and drive engagement. Using the robust WordPress CMS, we incorporate various functionalities and features into your website that make it more interactive and user-friendly.

Customizable Dedicated Forms: Tailoring Your Communication

Knowing the crucial role of effective communication in business, we weave dedicated forms into your website design, meticulously tailored to gather specific information from your customers. These customizable forms guide the communication process, ensuring every submission reaches the appropriate email. This not only streamlines your customer interactions but also facilitates a more targeted and efficient response system.

Auto-Updated Instagram Feeds: Enhancing Social Engagement

In the age of social media, maintaining an active presence is key to fostering connections with your audience. Our websites include auto-updated Instagram feeds, allowing your latest posts to be showcased directly on your site, thus enhancing your social media engagement.

Social Login Integration: Prioritizing User Convenience

The convenience of users is a significant factor in ensuring visitor retention. To this end, we integrate social login features that streamline the user registration process, making it easy for your visitors to connect with your brand. Our expertise in website design ensures these features are integrated seamlessly, promoting user engagement and convenience.

Embracing the Craft of Web Development and the Role of Web Developers

Web development is a complex, multi-faceted process that goes far beyond simple coding. It involves understanding your business objectives, identifying your target audience, and creating a website that resonates with them. Web developers, therefore, play a crucial role in shaping your online identity. At Thin Slice Digital, we take a comprehensive approach to web development, meticulously creating every aspect of your website for optimal performance and user experience.

Thin Slice Digital’s Process for Accessibility

How we make compliance a breeze:

Audit: Identify barriers keeping your website from working for everyone.
Design: Craft designs that are inclusive, elegant, and built for people to use with ease.
Development: Build clean code, intuitive navigation, and labels that make sense.
Testing: Put your site through its paces with assistive tech and usability tests.
Support: Keep your site ready for future compliance checks and updates.

Our Commitment to Accessibility in Action

Thin Slice Digital partnered with World of Illusion, one of Dublin’s premier attractions, to ensure their website is accessible to all visitors. With over 70 illusions across three floors, World of Illusion needed an online platform that reflects its commitment to inclusion and allows all visitors to access vital information with ease.

Key achievements include:

WCAG 2.2 Level AA compliance: We designed and developed a website that meets this standard, ensuring compatibility with assistive technologies like screen readers and keyboard-only navigation.
User-friendly features: The website includes essential accessibility tools, such as proper colour contrast, resizable text, and clear navigation, to make it intuitive and operable for users with disabilities.
Informative and inclusive content: Visitors can find detailed information on exhibits, ticket booking, and accessibility features to plan their experience confidently.

This collaboration highlights a shared commitment to creating digital spaces that prioritise accessibility, inclusion, and equality.

Ready to Make Your Website Accessible?

At Thin Slice Digital, our mission is simple: help clients like you build accessible, inclusive, and welcoming digital spaces. To us, web content accessibility is more than just a checkbox for us—it’s a serious commitment to making the web work for everyone. Contact us today to get started on building an inclusive, accessible website that welcomes everyone!

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