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Is a website legally compliant if it is designed according to WCAG 2.2 instead of WCAG 2.1?

WCAG 2.2 and legal compliance

Yes, a website that complies with WCAG 2.2 guidelines is legally compliant in terms of accessibility.

Most of the changes introduced by WCAG 2.2 supplement WCAG 2.1 and are fully backward compatible.

Why does it make sense to implement WCAG 2.2 now?

  • The new requirements of WCAG 2.2 will soon be incorporated into national laws such as the german BITV (Accessible Information Technology Ordinance).
  • Early implementation ensures that the website complies with the current state of accessibility.
  • This avoids later adjustments and demonstrates responsibility towards all user groups.

Conclusion:
Websites that already implement WCAG 2.2 today are technically and legally up to date and reliably meet the requirements for digital accessibility.