Website Accessibility Audit Costs in Austria: Complete 2025 Pricing Guide
Transparent pricing guide for website accessibility audits and WCAG compliance in Austria. Learn what audits cost, what's included, and how to budget for accessibility compliance in 2025.
How Much Does Website Accessibility Actually Cost in Austria?
If you're researching website accessibility services in Austria, you've probably noticed something frustrating: most agencies don't publish their prices. You're left filling out contact forms and waiting for quotes, often with wide price ranges that don't help you budget.
We believe in radical transparency. In this comprehensive guide, we'll break down exactly what accessibility audits and compliance services cost in Austria, what you get for your money, and how to avoid overpaying.
Whether you run a small Austrian business website or manage a large e-commerce platform, you'll find clear pricing information to help you make an informed decision about accessibility compliance.
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Quick Price Overview: Austria 2025
Before we dive into details, here's a quick reference table:
| Service | Small Site (≤10 pages) | Large Site (10+ pages) |
|---------|----------------------|----------------------|
| Professional Audit | €500 | €800 |
| Bronze Package (Essential) | €1,200-2,500 | €2,500-5,000 |
| Silver Package (Enhanced) | €2,500-4,500 | €5,000-10,000 |
| Gold Package (Premium) | €4,500-7,500 | €10,000-20,000 |
| Ongoing Monitoring | €150/month | €300/month |
*Prices based on average Austrian market rates for professional WCAG 2.1 compliance services in 2025.*
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Part 1: Accessibility Audit Costs
What Is an Accessibility Audit?
An accessibility audit is a comprehensive evaluation of your website against WCAG 2.1 guidelines. It identifies all barriers preventing people with disabilities from using your site.
Our Fixed-Price Audit: €500 or €800
We offer transparent, fixed-price audits:
€500 - Small Site Audit
€800 - Large Site Audit
What's Included in Both:
1. Automated Testing
- WAVE, axe DevTools, Lighthouse scans
- HTML/CSS validation
- Color contrast checker
- Image alt text verification
2. Manual Testing
- Full keyboard navigation
- Screen reader testing (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
- Form field testing
- Interactive element evaluation
- Video/audio content review
3. Comprehensive Report
- All issues identified with screenshots
- WCAG success criteria violated
- Severity categorization (critical, major, minor)
- User impact explanations
- Code examples showing problems
- Recommended solutions
- Estimated remediation effort
4. Remediation Roadmap
- Prioritized action plan
- Quick wins vs. long-term fixes
- Bronze/Silver/Gold package recommendations
- Budget estimates
Why This Price Point?
Market Comparison:
We've optimized our process to deliver enterprise-quality audits at accessible prices for Austrian small businesses.
Audit Timeline
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Part 2: Remediation Package Costs
Once you have your audit, you'll need to fix the issues identified. Here's what remediation costs in Austria:
Bronze Package: Essential Compliance
Purpose: Meet minimum legal requirements (WCAG 2.1 AA)
What's Included:
Typical Costs:
Timeline: 2-4 weeks
Best For:
Silver Package: Enhanced Accessibility
Purpose: Go beyond compliance for better user experience
What's Included:
Typical Costs:
Timeline: 3-6 weeks
Best For:
Gold Package: Premium Accessibility ⭐
Purpose: Best-in-class accessibility with custom user controls
What's Included:
- Font size adjustment (3 levels)
- Contrast modes (normal, high, inverted)
- Line height control
- Letter spacing control
- Animation toggle
- Link highlighting
- User preference persistence
Typical Costs:
Timeline: 4-8 weeks
Best For:
Live Demo: This website uses our Gold package! Click the amber accessibility button in the bottom-right corner to try the widget yourself.
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Part 3: What Affects Pricing?
Several factors influence the final cost of accessibility compliance:
1. Website Size & Complexity
Small Site (€500 audit)
Large Site (€800 audit)
2. Number of Issues Found
Your audit reveals the scope of work needed:
3. Technology Stack
Some platforms are easier (and cheaper) to make accessible:
Easier (Lower Cost):
Harder (Higher Cost):
4. Content Types
Different content requires different expertise:
Standard Content: Text, images, links
Complex Content: Videos, PDFs, interactive maps, calculators
5. E-Commerce Features
Online shops have additional requirements:
Add 30-50% to base package cost for e-commerce sites.
6. Multi-Language Sites
Each language version should be tested:
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Part 4: Ongoing Costs
Accessibility isn't a one-time project. Your website changes constantly, and you need to maintain compliance:
Monthly Monitoring Packages
Basic Monitoring - €150/month
Premium Monitoring - €300/month
When You Need Ongoing Monitoring
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Part 5: Hidden Costs to Watch For
Red Flags in Accessibility Pricing
"Widget-Only" Solutions (€50-200/month)
Some companies offer cheap monthly subscriptions for accessibility widgets/overlays. Be careful:
❌ Widgets alone don't ensure legal compliance
❌ They can actually create NEW accessibility issues
❌ Courts have ruled against widget-only approaches
❌ You're still liable for code-level issues
Our Approach: Widget + proper code fixes = true compliance
Vague "Per Hour" Quotes
Some agencies quote hourly rates (€80-150/hour) without estimating total hours. This can lead to:
❌ Budget overruns
❌ Scope creep
❌ Surprise invoices
❌ No clear end point
Our Approach: Fixed-price packages with clear deliverables
"Full Compliance" Without Audit
Be wary of agencies offering "full compliance" without first auditing your site:
❌ They don't know what needs fixing
❌ Likely using generic templates
❌ May miss site-specific issues
❌ No documentation of actual compliance
Our Approach: Always start with a professional audit
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Part 6: ROI of Accessibility Investment
Financial Benefits
While accessibility requires investment, it provides measurable returns:
Avoided Costs:
Revenue Benefits:
Break-Even Analysis
Example: Austrian E-Commerce Site
Even capturing just 5% of the accessibility market covers the investment in the first year.
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Part 7: Budget Planning Guide
How to Budget for Accessibility
Step 1: Start with an Audit (€500-800)
Don't guess. Know exactly what you need to fix before budgeting for remediation.
Step 2: Choose Your Compliance Level
Based on audit findings, decide:
Step 3: Plan for Ongoing Costs
Budget €150-300/month for monitoring (optional but recommended for active sites).
Step 4: Phase if Needed
Large remediation projects can be phased:
Sample Budgets
Small Business Website (10 pages, simple)
Medium Business Site (30 pages, moderate complexity)
Large E-Commerce (100+ products, complex)
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Part 8: How to Avoid Overpaying
Price Comparison Checklist
When evaluating quotes from different agencies:
✅ Compare like-for-like
✅ Understand what's included
✅ Check for hidden costs
✅ Verify expertise
Questions to Ask Before Buying
1. "What specific WCAG success criteria will be addressed?"
2. "Do you provide code-level fixes or just widgets?"
3. "What's your testing methodology?"
4. "Can I see a sample audit report?"
5. "What's included in post-launch support?"
6. "How do you handle new issues discovered after launch?"
7. "What documentation will I receive?"
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Part 9: DIY vs. Professional Service
Can You Do It Yourself?
Theoretical Cost: €0-500
Reality Check:
While possible, DIY accessibility is risky:
❌ 70% of issues require manual testing (automated tools miss them)
❌ Complex technical knowledge required (ARIA, semantic HTML, etc.)
❌ High risk of mistakes that could increase legal liability
❌ Time-intensive - your hours are worth money too
❌ No expert validation - how do you know you're compliant?
When DIY Makes Sense:
When Professional Help Is Worth It:
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Part 10: Our Transparent Pricing
Why We Publish Our Prices
Most agencies hide their prices because:
We believe differently:
You deserve to know what services cost BEFORE spending time on sales calls. Our fixed-price model means:
✅ No surprises
✅ Budget with confidence
✅ No negotiation games
✅ Same price for everyone
✅ Clear value for money
Our Packages in Detail
Professional Audit - €500 or €800
[See Part 1 for full details](#part-1-accessibility-audit-costs)
Bronze Package - Starts at €1,200
Silver Package - Starts at €2,500
Gold Package - Starts at €4,500 ⭐
Try the Gold Package: This website demonstrates our Gold package features. Click the amber accessibility button in the bottom-right corner!
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Part 11: Financing & Payment Options
Payment Plans Available
We understand accessibility is an investment. We offer flexible payment options:
Audit Payment
Remediation Payment
Option A: Full Payment (5% discount)
Option B: 50/50 Split
Option C: Monthly Installments
Government Grants & Support
Austrian businesses may be eligible for:
WKO Digitalization Grant
AWS (Austria Wirtschaftsservice) Funding
Regional Support
*We can help with grant applications and provide necessary documentation.*
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Part 12: Comparison with Competitors
Austrian Market Pricing (2025)
Based on market research of Austrian accessibility providers:
| Provider Type | Audit | Basic Fix | Premium Fix |
|--------------|-------|----------|------------|
| Freelancers | €300-600 | €1,000-3,000 | Not available |
| Small Agencies | €500-1,500 | €2,000-8,000 | €5,000-15,000 |
| Large Agencies | €2,000-5,000 | €10,000-30,000 | €25,000-75,000 |
| Our Pricing | €500-800 | €1,200-5,000 | €4,500-20,000 |
What You Get vs. Competitors
Freelancers:
Large Agencies:
Amadeus Web Design (Us):
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Conclusion: Investment, Not Expense
Website accessibility compliance is an investment in your business, not just an expense. It:
✅ Protects you legally (avoid fines)
✅ Expands your market (reach 15% more customers)
✅ Improves SEO (rank better)
✅ Enhances brand reputation
✅ Future-proofs your website
Start with a Professional Audit
Don't guess what your website needs. Start with a comprehensive audit:
€500 for small sites (up to 10 pages) €800 for larger sites
What you'll receive:
Get Your Quote Today
Based in Salzburg, serving all of Austria.
Free 15-minute consultation to discuss your specific needs and budget.
[Schedule Your Accessibility Audit →](#contact)
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Transparency Promise: The prices in this guide represent our actual 2025 pricing. We don't negotiate or vary prices based on "ability to pay." Everyone gets the same fair, transparent pricing.
Try Before You Buy: Experience our Gold package features right now - click the amber accessibility button in the bottom-right corner of this page!
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About the Author: Amadeus Web Design is an accessibility-focused web development agency based in Salzburg, Austria. We specialize in transparent, fixed-price accessibility audits and remediation for Austrian businesses.
Last Updated: December 2025