According to the latest report by Digital Trust Index, over 260,000 European websites were tested for accessibility issues, with 7,408 pages assessed in Belgium alone. These numbers reveal a pressing reality: while the internet offers endless opportunities, not everyone can access it equally.
At T3Planet, a leading TYPO3 shop, we’ve been innovating for the past 5 years, creating solutions that truly empower business though cutting edge TYPO3 Solution. Recently, with the announcement of the German Accessibility Law to comes into force on 28 June 2025. for that we took the initiative to support the TYPO3 community with accessible solutions.
On November 28, 2024, we launched Accesstive—the first TYPO3 accessibility extension, designed with accessibility in mind! Let’s explore what features the Accesstive extension offers and how you can join the beta program.
What is Accesstive - TYPO3-First Accessibility Extension
In 2023, 27% of the EU population over the age of 16 had some form of disability. This statistic underscores the importance of building TYPO3 websites that are truly accessible to everyone. (View source)
If you’ve worked with TYPO3, you already know it’s a robust CMS trusted by developers. But even with all its power, ensuring websites are truly accessible has often been a challenge. That’s where Accesstive steps in.
The Accesstive TYPO3 extension is built with the vision: to help create barrier-free TYPO3 websites. Whether it's public institutions or government sites, this extension is designed to simplify accessibility standards while improving the user experience for all visitors.
Key Features of Accesstive Extension
Accesstive Assistant
- A smart widget that provides powerful accessibility tools and customization options.
- Offers more features and flexibility than traditional SaaS solutions.
AI Driven Accessibility
- Uses artificial intelligence to automatically improve website accessibility.
- Makes your TYPO3 site more inclusive and user-friendly without extra effort.
Accesstive Audits
- Provides instant accessibility insights in both the TYPO3 backend and frontend.
- Helps editors and developers spot and fix accessibility issues in websites, content, and documents.
Accesstive Monitor
- A TYPO3 backend module that generates detailed accessibility reports.
- Automatically tracks and monitors your website's accessibility to keep it compliant.
What Is the Accesstive Beta Program?
The Accesstive Beta Program is an early access beta program that is designed to pre-access of accesstive extension features, Joining this beta program means you’ll not only get hands-on experience with Accesstive but also contribute valuable feedback to improve the overall functions.
The Accesstive Beta Program is your chance to get early access to this innovative TYPO3 accessibility extension. Think of it as being part of an exclusive community that gets to explore, test, and refine the product before its official launch.
By joining the program, you can:
- Exclusive Discount at Launch: As a beta tester, you’ll receive a special discount when the final product is officially launched.
- Get Early Hands-On Experience: Use Accesstive’s innovative features before anyone else.
- Pre-Access to All Features: Enjoy early access to Accesstive’s powerful tools, giving you the opportunity to explore its full potential before the official launch.
Why should you Join the Accesstive Beta Program?
If you're thinking about signing up for the Accesstive Beta Program, here are some amazing benefits that make it worth your while:
Be the First to Experience Exclusive Features
Joining the Accesstive Beta Program allows you to access an innovative TYPO3 accessibility Website before anyone else.
Your valuable feedbacks are counted
Your feedback will help make Accesstive even better. As an early access user, you’ll be part of the team shaping how this tool works for everyone.
24/7 Dedicated Support and Resources
As joining beta program user you will get instant support and resources to help them during the testing process. The team is there to guide you and make sure everything goes smoothly.
Get Access to Future Enhancements
As Accesstive beta users usually get access to new updates and features before others, even after the beta program is over. This means you’ll always be one step ahead with the latest tools and improvements.
Save Time with Smart Accesstive Tools
Accesstive automates many accessibility tasks, saving you time and effort. You’ll experience the efficiency of having AI-driven solutions right at your fingertips.
Minimize Accessibility Risks
Accesstive helps identify and fix potential issues before they become a problem. This minimizes the risk of non-compliance, ensuring your website avoids legal challenges or penalties.
Future-Ready Solution
By joining now, you’ll be among the first to adopt a cutting-edge solution that ensures your TYPO3 websites are compliant, user-friendly, and barrier-free.
How to Join the Accesstive Beta Program?
Joining the Accesstive Beta Program is simple and straightforward. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
Step 1: Visit the Accesstive Page
Visit the official Accesstive page on the T3Planet website. This is where you’ll find all the details about the beta program and the registration form. Visit page Acccesstive extension.
Step 2: Fill Out the Beta Program Registration Form
Complete the form with your details, including your experience with TYPO3 and your interest in accessibility.
Step 3: Application Review by the Accesstive Team
After submitting your application, the Accesstive team will review it.
Step 4: Approval and Access
Once your application is approved, you’ll receive instructions on how to download and install the beta version of the Accesstive extension. You’ll also get all the resources needed to start accesstive extension.
If you have questions or need help joining, you can directly contact our T3Planet Brand Ambassador, Stefan Reinhardt, via phone or email. He’s ready to assist you in becoming part of the beta program.
Call : +49 6204 6011377 | Email us : stefan.reinhardt(at)t3planet.com
Who Can Join?
We believe that innovation thrives when everyone is included, which is why the Accesstive Beta Program is open to all TYPO3 enthusiasts. Whether you’re a developer looking to expand your skills, a project manager aiming to deliver accessible websites, or simply passionate about making the internet more inclusive, this program is for you.
Organizations
Germany has stringent accessibility regulations, such as the BITV 2.0 (Barrierefreie Informationstechnik-Verordnung) and the European EN 301 549 standards. Accesstive is perfectly aligned to help German organizations comply with these requirements, ensuring their websites meet local and EU accessibility standards.
Public Institutions
Public institutions like libraries, museums, educational organizations, and healthcare providers are increasingly mandated to offer barrier-free access to their services. Accesstive simplifies the process of ensuring their TYPO3 websites are inclusive for all users, including those with disabilities.
Government Websites
Government agencies and entities have a critical need to make their digital platforms accessible to everyone. Compliance with accessibility laws, such as WCAG 2.1, is not optional for them.
Conclusion
We are planning to launch an accessibility extension for TYPO3 designed to make your TYPO3 website fully inclusive and barrier-free. This extension is built with users in mind, incorporating valuable feedback to ensure it meets real-world needs.
Join us today and be part of this transformative journey!
Stefan Reinhardt
T3AI Product AmbassadorAs the T3AI Ambassador, Stefan is dedicated to assisting and guiding you through the world of AI. He leads a successful digital agency that helps companies achieve lasting results through digital marketing.
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