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Compliance types and requirements<\/p>\n<\/div><\/h2><\/span>

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EN 301 549<\/strong> is the European standard for digital accessibility that defines accessibility requirements for Information and Communication Technology (ICT). It helps ensure that public sector organizations\u2014and many private organizations serving the EU market\u2014provide digital products and services that are accessible to people with disabilities.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)<\/strong>, adopted in 2016, is a landmark privacy law of the European Union that establishes clear rules for collecting, processing, and protecting personal data while strengthening individuals’ privacy rights.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)<\/strong> is a U.S. federal law designed to protect the privacy of children under the age of 13. It applies to operators of websites, online services, and digital platforms that collect, use, or disclose personal information from children, requiring clear parental consent and responsible data handling practices.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)<\/strong>, enacted in 1974, is a U.S. federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. It grants students and parents specific rights regarding access to educational information while regulating how schools and educational institutions collect, use, and disclose student records.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The Authoring Tool Accessibility Guidelines (ATAG) 2.0)<\/strong>, developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C)<\/strong>, provide internationally recognized guidance for creating authoring tools that support the production of accessible web content while ensuring the tools themselves are accessible to all users.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Section 508<\/strong> of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973<\/strong> is a U.S. federal law that requires federal agencies to develop, procure, maintain, and use information and communication technology (ICT) that is accessible to people with disabilities, ensuring equal access to digital information and services.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act (CVAA)<\/strong>, enacted in 2010, is a U.S. federal law that expands accessibility requirements for modern communication technologies and digital video services. It helps ensure that people with disabilities have equal access to advanced communications, video programming, and related technologies.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The Unruh Civil Rights Act (California Civil Code \u00a751)<\/strong> is a California state law that prohibits discrimination by businesses and guarantees equal access to goods, services, and accommodations. It provides important protections for individuals with disabilities, reinforcing the need for accessible and inclusive digital experiences.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)<\/strong> is a Canadian law that requires organizations in Ontario to identify, prevent, and remove barriers for people with disabilities. It establishes accessibility standards to help ensure equal access to information, services, and digital experiences.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)<\/strong>, developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C)<\/strong>, are the internationally recognized standard for creating accessible websites and digital content. WCAG provides comprehensive guidelines to help organizations design inclusive digital experiences that are accessible to people of all abilities and align with global accessibility requirements.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The European Accessibility Act (EAA)<\/strong> is a European Union law that establishes common accessibility requirements for a wide range of products and services. It aims to ensure equal access for people with disabilities while promoting a more inclusive and consistent digital and physical marketplace across EU member states.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)<\/strong>, enacted in 1990, is a U.S. federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities. It promotes equal access to employment, public services, accommodations, transportation, and digital experiences, making accessibility an essential consideration for modern organizations.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The Principles of  Web Accessibility Compliance<\/span><\/h2><\/span>
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Why Accessibility Compliance Matters<\/h2><\/span>
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Web accessibility compliance means creating digital experiences that everyone can use, including people with disabilities. Accessibility is more than a legal requirement\u2014it’s a commitment to inclusivity and equal access. Barriano helps organizations understand accessibility requirements and provides the tools and guidance needed to build and maintain compliant websites.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Which Standards Apply?<\/h2>\n

\n Accessibility regulations vary across countries and industries, but they all share a common goal: ensuring equal access for every user. Whether your organization needs to comply with ADA, WCAG, Section 508, EN 301 549, or other accessibility standards, Barriano helps you navigate compliance with confidence.\n<\/p>\n\n

Why Compliance Is Important<\/h2>\n

\n The internet has become essential for communication, education, shopping, healthcare, and everyday life. Yet millions of people still encounter barriers when accessing websites due to inaccessible design and content.\n<\/p>\n

\n By implementing accessibility best practices, organizations create better digital experiences for everyone while reducing legal risk, expanding their audience, and demonstrating a commitment to inclusion.\n<\/p>\n\n

What Makes a Website Accessible?<\/h2>\n

\n An accessible website is designed so people of all abilities can perceive, navigate, and interact with its content. This includes providing meaningful alternative text for images, supporting keyboard navigation, ensuring compatibility with screen readers, maintaining sufficient color contrast, and following recognized accessibility standards.\n<\/p>\n

\n Barriano continuously scans your website to identify accessibility issues and helps remediate them, making ongoing compliance simpler and more effective.\n<\/p>\n\n

Privacy by Design<\/h2>\n

\n Accessibility should never come at the expense of user privacy. Barriano follows a privacy-first approach by minimizing data collection and ensuring that personal information is never collected or stored without explicit consent. Our solutions are designed to support accessibility while respecting user privacy and applicable data protection regulations.\n<\/p>\n\n

How Barriano Simplifies Compliance<\/h2>\n

\n Barrianos accessibility platform continuously monitors your website for accessibility issues, identifies potential compliance gaps, and helps resolve them through intelligent automation and actionable recommendations. From improving screen reader compatibility to generating meaningful image descriptions and enhancing overall usability, Barriano helps organizations maintain accessible, inclusive, and compliant digital experiences at scale.\n<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n