Website Accessibility Audit Costs in Austria: Complete 2025 Pricing Guide

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) |

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| 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

Up to 10 pages

Automated scanning with enterprise tools

Manual testing of all interactive elements

Keyboard navigation testing

Screen reader compatibility check

Color contrast analysis

Detailed 20-30 page report

Prioritized remediation roadmap

€800 - Large Site Audit

10+ pages (up to 50 pages included)

Everything in Small Site Audit, plus:

Template-based testing (fewer unique pages needed)

E-commerce flow testing

Form submission testing

Multi-step process evaluation

Extended 40-60 page report

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:

Cheap automated-only audits: €200-300 (incomplete, miss 70% of issues)

Our professional hybrid audit: €500-800 (comprehensive, legally defensible)

Big agency audits: €2,000-5,000 (same quality, inflated prices)

We've optimized our process to deliver enterprise-quality audits at accessible prices for Austrian small businesses.

Audit Timeline

Order to start: 1-2 business days

Audit completion: 3-5 business days

Report delivery: 2 business days

Total: 1 week from order to receiving your report

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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:

Fix all critical accessibility issues

Implement proper ARIA labels

Add skip navigation links

Ensure keyboard accessibility

Fix color contrast issues

Add alt text to images

Implement focus indicators

Form accessibility improvements

Basic accessibility statement page

Typical Costs:

Small sites (5-10 pages): €1,200-2,500

Medium sites (10-30 pages): €2,500-5,000

Large sites (30-100 pages): €5,000-10,000

Timeline: 2-4 weeks
Best For:

Businesses needing basic legal compliance

Limited budgets

Simple content websites

"Good enough" approach

Silver Package: Enhanced Accessibility

Purpose: Go beyond compliance for better user experience
What's Included:

Everything in Bronze, plus:

Fix all major and most minor issues

Enhanced screen reader optimization

Semantic HTML restructuring

Improved heading hierarchy

Link text optimization

Error message improvements

Detailed accessibility statement

Basic documentation for content team

30-day post-launch support

Typical Costs:

Small sites: €2,500-4,500

Medium sites: €5,000-10,000

Large sites: €10,000-20,000

Timeline: 3-6 weeks
Best For:

Businesses wanting good accessibility

Public-facing brands

Customer-focused companies

E-commerce sites

Gold Package: Premium Accessibility ⭐

Purpose: Best-in-class accessibility with custom user controls
What's Included:

Everything in Silver, plus:

Custom accessibility widget with user controls:

- Font size adjustment (3 levels)

- Contrast modes (normal, high, inverted)

- Line height control

- Letter spacing control

- Animation toggle

- Link highlighting

- User preference persistence

WCAG 2.1 AAA compliance (where feasible)

Advanced keyboard shortcuts

Comprehensive documentation

Content team training (2 hours)

90-day post-launch support

Quarterly accessibility review

Typical Costs:

Small sites: €4,500-7,500

Medium sites: €10,000-20,000

Large sites: €20,000-40,000

Timeline: 4-8 weeks
Best For:

Brands prioritizing accessibility

Government/public sector

Large e-commerce platforms

Companies wanting competitive advantage

Businesses targeting inclusive reputation

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)

1-10 pages

Simple structure

Minimal interactive elements

Static content

Example: Brochure website

Large Site (€800 audit)

10+ pages

Complex navigation

Many interactive elements

Dynamic content

Example: E-commerce or SaaS platform

2. Number of Issues Found

Your audit reveals the scope of work needed:

Few issues (50-100): Lower remediation cost

Moderate issues (100-300): Average remediation cost

Many issues (300+): Higher remediation cost, may need custom quote

3. Technology Stack

Some platforms are easier (and cheaper) to make accessible:

Easier (Lower Cost):

Modern WordPress with Gutenberg

Oxygen Builder

Custom coded sites with clean HTML

Headless CMS setups

Harder (Higher Cost):

WPBakery Page Builder (notorious for accessibility issues)

Heavily customized themes

Legacy code

Complex JavaScript frameworks without proper implementation

4. Content Types

Different content requires different expertise:

Standard Content: Text, images, links

Moderate cost impact

Complex Content: Videos, PDFs, interactive maps, calculators

Higher cost impact

May require specialized remediation

5. E-Commerce Features

Online shops have additional requirements:

Product filtering must be keyboard accessible

Checkout process must be screen reader compatible

Shopping cart needs proper ARIA

Payment forms require extra testing

Add 30-50% to base package cost for e-commerce sites.

6. Multi-Language Sites

Each language version should be tested:

Add €200 per additional language for audit

Add 20% to remediation cost per language

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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

Monthly automated scans

Issue alerts via email

Annual manual review

Priority support

Premium Monitoring - €300/month

Weekly automated scans

Immediate critical issue alerts

Quarterly manual reviews

Monthly performance reports

Priority support with 24-hour response

Training updates for content team

When You Need Ongoing Monitoring

E-commerce sites - Products added regularly

News/Blog sites - Frequent content updates

SaaS platforms - Regular feature releases

High-traffic sites - Greater risk of issues impacting many users

Legally sensitive sectors - Banking, government, healthcare

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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:

Legal penalties: €5,000-100,000+

Lawsuit defense: €10,000-50,000

Reputation damage: Priceless

Emergency remediation: 2-3x normal cost

Revenue Benefits:

15% larger addressable market

Improved SEO rankings

Better conversion rates

Reduced customer support costs

Break-Even Analysis

Example: Austrian E-Commerce Site

Current monthly revenue: €50,000

Gold package investment: €15,000

New accessible market: +15% = €7,500/month

Break-even: 2 months

First-year gain: €75,000

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:

Bronze: Minimum legal compliance

Silver: Good user experience

Gold: Best-in-class accessibility

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:

Phase 1: Critical issues (legal requirement)

Phase 2: Major issues (user experience)

Phase 3: Minor issues + enhancements

Sample Budgets

Small Business Website (10 pages, simple)

Audit: €500

Bronze Package: €1,500

Total First Year: €2,000

Medium Business Site (30 pages, moderate complexity)

Audit: €800

Silver Package: €7,500

Monitoring: €1,800/year

Total First Year: €10,100

Large E-Commerce (100+ products, complex)

Audit: €800

Gold Package: €18,000

Premium Monitoring: €3,600/year

Total First Year: €22,400

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Part 8: How to Avoid Overpaying

Price Comparison Checklist

When evaluating quotes from different agencies:

✅ Compare like-for-like

Same audit scope?

Same WCAG level (AA vs AAA)?

Manual testing included?

Screen reader testing?

✅ Understand what's included

Just code fixes or also design changes?

How many rounds of revisions?

Post-launch support duration?

Documentation and training?

✅ Check for hidden costs

Separate testing fees?

Per-page charges?

Hosting or maintenance requirements?

Ongoing subscription lock-in?

✅ Verify expertise

IAAP certified testers?

Portfolio of accessible sites?

Understanding of Austrian regulations?

Local references?

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

Free automated tools (WAVE, axe DevTools)

Your time investment (40-200 hours)

Learning curve

Risk of mistakes

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:

Very simple sites (1-5 pages)

Low legal risk sector

You have development expertise

You can dedicate significant time

When Professional Help Is Worth It:

Legal compliance requirement

Complex websites

E-commerce or SaaS

Time-sensitive deadline

Want peace of mind

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Part 10: Our Transparent Pricing

Why We Publish Our Prices

Most agencies hide their prices because:

They want to upsell in sales calls

Prices vary wildly based on "ability to pay"

They don't have standardized processes

They charge whatever they can get

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

Essential WCAG 2.1 AA compliance

Critical issues fixed

Basic accessibility statement

14-day post-launch support

Silver Package - Starts at €2,500

Enhanced WCAG 2.1 AA compliance

Critical + major issues fixed

Detailed accessibility statement

30-day post-launch support

Basic team documentation

Gold Package - Starts at €4,500 ⭐

Premium WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA compliance

All issues fixed

Custom accessibility widget

90-day post-launch support

Team training (2 hours)

Comprehensive documentation

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

100% upfront (€500 or €800)

Receives detailed report before remediation decision

Remediation Payment
Option A: Full Payment (5% discount)

Pay entire package upfront

Receive 5% discount

Example: €10,000 package = €9,500

Option B: 50/50 Split

50% deposit to start work

50% upon completion and approval

Most popular option

Option C: Monthly Installments

Available for packages over €5,000

Split into 3 monthly payments

Small processing fee applies

Government Grants & Support

Austrian businesses may be eligible for:

WKO Digitalization Grant

Up to 30% of project costs

Maximum €10,000 grant

[Learn more about WKO digital grants](https://www.wko.at/)

AWS (Austria Wirtschaftsservice) Funding

Digital transformation support

Varies by business size and project

[Check AWS eligibility](https://www.aws.at/)

Regional Support

Salzburg-specific business grants

Check with Land Salzburg Wirtschaft

*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:

❌ Often lack comprehensive testing tools

❌ Limited availability

❌ No team backup if unavailable

✅ Personal service

✅ Lower cost

Large Agencies:

✅ Established reputation

✅ Large teams

❌ High overhead reflected in prices

❌ Often subcontract actual work

❌ Less personal attention

Amadeus Web Design (Us):

✅ Professional enterprise tools

✅ Fixed, transparent pricing

✅ Personal service

✅ Local Austrian focus

✅ Bilingual (German/English)

✅ Live demo on our own site

✅ No hidden costs

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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:

Complete WCAG 2.1 compliance assessment

Detailed 20-60 page report

Prioritized remediation roadmap

Bronze/Silver/Gold package recommendations

Budget estimates

5-7 business days delivery

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