The SwissPIM AG team

Accessible Websites: Why Digital Accessibility Matters for Every Business Now

15.08.2026

Digital accessibility is no longer just a niche topic—it has become a core quality standard for modern web platforms. To ensure that everyone, including individuals with visual, hearing, or motor impairments, can navigate a website without barriers, swisspim AG relies on state-of-the-art accessibility tools.

What Do Modern Accessibility Tools Offer?

By integrating smart accessibility software directly into your website, users can customize their viewing and navigation experience to suit their individual needs:

Barrier-Free Navigation:

Optimized keyboard navigation and excellent screen reader compatibility for visually impaired users.

Visual Adjustments:

Flexible settings for contrast, font sizes, line spacing, and special color filters (e.g., for low vision or dyslexia).

Legal Compliance:

Assists in meeting international guidelines for accessible web content (WCAG 2.1 / 2.2).

No Relaunch Required:

The greatest advantage is that your existing website does not need a complete redesign. The tool can be integrated quickly and efficiently into your current platform.

Who is Required to Be Accessible in Switzerland and the EU?

Legal requirements surrounding digital accessibility have tightened significantly:

In the European Union

Since June 2025, strict accessibility regulations apply to companies, online shops, service providers, and financial institutions operating in the EU market.

These laws mandate digital accessibility not only for public authorities, but also for private businesses serving consumers across the European Union.

In Switzerland

Public institutions, cantons, municipalities, and state-affiliated organizations are already legally required to offer accessible digital services (eCH-0059 / BehiG).

Accessibility is also becoming essential for private Swiss businesses—especially those serving EU customers or focusing on inclusion and ESG standards.

Need Support with Implementation?

Would you like to make your website accessible, ensure legal compliance, and improve your reach and SEO performance—all without starting an expensive site redesign from scratch?

At swisspim AG, we are happy to assist you with analyzing your current website and seamlessly integrating the right accessibility solution.