The Law on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Lithuania is designed to protect the rights of individuals with diverse abilities, including their right to access digital content and services. The law mandates that public sector organizations, government agencies, and private companies make their websites and online services accessible, following internationally recognized guidelines such as WCAG 2.1. This law is an essential part of Lithuania’s efforts to foster an inclusive society by ensuring equal access for everyone to digital information and services.

The law requires that all digital content, including websites and mobile applications, meet accessibility standards to ensure equal access for individuals with disabilities. This includes adhering to WCAG 2.1, which outlines key requirements such as providing text alternatives for non-text content, ensuring websites are navigable by keyboard, ensuring proper contrast for readability, and providing accessible multimedia content with captions, transcripts, and audio descriptions. The law also stresses the importance of compatibility with assistive technologies like screen readers.

The Law on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities applies to both public sector organizations and private entities that offer digital services to the public in Lithuania. These organizations must comply with the law to ensure their digital platforms are accessible to individuals with diverse abilities.

ContentA11y can assist your organization in complying with Lithuania’s accessibility laws. Our team provides comprehensive accessibility audits, content remediation, and consulting services to ensure your websites and digital services meet the necessary accessibility standards. We help create digital experiences that are inclusive, accessible, and compliant with Lithuanian regulations.