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Customer Reviews Now Fully Accessible: Ready for the European Accessibility Act

Accessibility is essential in a digital landscape that is becoming increasingly inclusive. That’s why Customer Reviews is proud to announce that our platforms now fully comply with European accessibility guidelines (WCAG 2.1 AA). With this, we are ahead of the mandatory requirements of the European Accessibility Act, which takes effect in June 2025.

What exactly is digital accessibility?

Digital accessibility means that websites, applications, and online services are also usable for people with disabilities. This includes people with visual, auditory, or motor impairments, as well as the elderly or users with temporary limitations. According to W3C’s Web Accessibility Initiative, accessible technology is crucial for equal access to information and services. This directly aligns with the obligations of the European Accessibility Act, which states that e-commerce platforms, among others, must design their digital infrastructure inclusively.

What exactly is digital accessibility?The role of our AI assistant

To make this accessibility practical and accessible, we are introducing a revolutionary AI agent on our websites. This digital assistant offers: Help finding reviews and company pages. Support in creating your own review collection page. Real-time answers to frequently asked questions. Personal navigation assistance, including for users with disabilities.

Technical improvements on our websites

In addition to the AI integration, we have also thoroughly adapted our websites. These improvements include:

  • Full screen reader support, tested with JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver.
  • Alt text for every visual element, including logos, buttons, and illustrations.
  • Semantic HTML structure for better interpretation by assistive technologies.
  • Color contrast and typography adjusted for maximum readability.
  • Keyboard-friendly navigation, including forms and dropdowns.

Our adjustments have been made according to the guidelines of WebAIM and Siteimprove, organizations that focus on best practices for digital accessibility.

Why this is important for entrepreneurs too

For webshops and service providers, this upgrade of Customer Reviews means more than just compliance. By using our accessible review solutions, you invest in:

  • SEO optimization: accessible content scores better in search engines.
  • Conversion improvement: more trust, especially among older users and people with disabilities.

As an entrepreneur, you directly benefit from the fact that our review widgets, integrations, and invitations also work within accessible systems such as screen readers and speech software, with many more optimizations planned for this year.

Want to know more? Take action today

Would you like to discover how customer reviews can strengthen your webshop and contribute to an inclusive digital experience?
Together we are building a future-proof, inclusive, and conversion-oriented platform for customer feedback.

Kiyoh and Customer Reviews: now accessible to everyone. Including your customers.