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InsuranceEN 301 549

EN 301 549 Compliance for Insurance Websites

Meet European Standard EN 301 549 requirements with comprehensive accessibility testing designed for insurance organizations.

Why EN 301 549 Matters for Insurance

Insurance organizations must meet EN 301 549 to serve users with disabilities

Accessibility compliance reduces legal risk and improves user experience

EN 301 549 is the recognized standard for insurance accessibility

Meeting EN 301 549 demonstrates commitment to inclusive digital services

Compliance opens access to users with disabilities who need insurance services

EN 301 549 Requirements for Insurance

Web content must conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA

Critical for insurance websites and applications

Non-web documents must be accessible

Critical for insurance websites and applications

Software must be accessible (extends beyond web)

Critical for insurance websites and applications

Hardware with screens must be accessible

Critical for insurance websites and applications

Two-way voice communication must be accessible

Critical for insurance websites and applications

Common EN 301 549 Issues in Insurance Websites

Issue

Complex quote calculators without accessibility

Solution

Remediate using EN 301 549 testing and best practices

Issue

Inaccessible policy documents

Solution

Remediate using EN 301 549 testing and best practices

Issue

Claims filing forms with poor error handling

Solution

Remediate using EN 301 549 testing and best practices

Issue

Account portals not keyboard navigable

Solution

Remediate using EN 301 549 testing and best practices

How A11yScan Helps Insurance Meet EN 301 549

EN 301 549 Testing

Automated testing against all EN 301 549 success criteria relevant to insurance.

Insurance Focus

Industry-specific testing profiles targeting common insurance accessibility issues.

Compliance Reports

Generate EN 301 549 compliance documentation and remediation roadmaps.

Continuous Monitoring

24/7 monitoring to maintain EN 301 549 compliance as your insurance site evolves.

Frequently Asked Questions: Insurance EN 301 549 Compliance

Is EN 301 549 required for insurance websites?

EN 301 549 is the standard for web accessibility compliance. Insurance organizations must meet accessibility requirements under applicable laws, with EN 301 549 being the recognized technical standard.

What are the most common EN 301 549 issues in insurance?

Common issues include complex quote calculators without accessibility, inaccessible policy documents, claims filing forms with poor error handling. These violations are frequently cited in accessibility audits and complaints against insurance organizations.

How do I test insurance sites for EN 301 549?

Use a combination of automated testing tools like A11yScan and manual testing with assistive technology. Focus on insurance-specific workflows like complex quote calculators without accessibility.

Ready to Achieve EN 301 549 Compliance for Your Insurance Website?

Start with a free accessibility scan and see exactly where your insurance site stands with EN 301 549 requirements.