New European regulations taking effect June 28, 2025 will require eBook accessibility compliance for qualifying publishers. At Tektime, we're here to help you navigate these changes mandated by the European Accessibility Act, ensuring your content reaches all readers.
We follow the gold standard of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) for EPUB production. To guarantee compliance, we use tools like ACE by DAISY for comprehensive accessibility analysis.
Understanding Your Compliance Timeline
With the June 28, 2025 deadline approaching, we know many publishers and authors need guidance. The regulations primarily affect companies meeting specific size thresholds in EU countries like Italy. Our team at Tektime simplifies verification through rigorous EPUB testing against WCAG standards.
Why Accessibility Metadata Matters
At Tektime, we've observed a crucial shift: major distributors and retailers now prioritize accessible eBooks. That's why we ensure your compliant titles get the visibility they deserve. When we create accessible EPUBs, we embed specialized metadata using global standards from EDItEUR.org - making your books discoverable to readers with disabilities.
How We Ensure Your Accessibility Compliance
When you choose our "ePub Conversion" from our Additional Sevices, you receive complete accessibility solutions handled by our human experts - never automated tools. Here's how we support you:
- Rigorous Validation: We manually audit every EPUB against WCAG standards before distribution
- Metadata Expertise: Our team creates and distributes EDItEUR-compliant accessibility metadata
- Accessibility-First Production: We build compliance into your EPUBs from the ground up
- Remediation Services: We transform existing EPUBs to meet 2025 requirements
Partner With Us for Stress-Free Compliance
With our decade of digital publishing expertise, we make accessibility compliance straightforward. We help you meet European requirements while expanding your audience reach.