The European Accessibility Act (EAA), is fast approaching and eBOUND is here to help you navigate selling your digital content in Europe. This page will be updated as we learn more information.
4 Facts About The European Accessibility Act (EAA)
1. When is it happening?
a. As of June 28, 2025, the EAA will require ebooks sold in the European market to meet accessibility standards and display accessibility metadata.
2. What are the minimum requirements?
i. Build your EPUB in compliance with WCAG standards
ii. Choose reflowable format over fixed layout
iii. Provide synchronized text if audio is included
iv. Contain ONIX and schema.org accessibility metadata
3. Does the EAA apply to backlist titles?
a. This is still to be confirmed; however the best practice is to ensure backlist titles are accessible.
4. Could we qualify for the EAA exemption?
a. The EAA includes provisions that exempt small businesses with fewer than 10 employees or annual revenue below €2 million.
eBOUND Webinars
Resources from Vendors
Additional Resources
International Publishers – The European Accessibility Act for non-EU members
Inclusive Publishing – EAA Backlist Confusion – Looking at Regional Differences
Tech Forum – Unlocking the European market: Preparing to comply with the European Accessibility Act