# Accessibility Statement

Last updated: 17.05.2026

## 1. Scope

This accessibility statement applies to the website **mekyn.com** including all subdomains as well as the **mekyn Site Generator** (available at `mekyn.com/app/generator`). It covers all publicly accessible pages and features provided from these domains.

## 2. Conformity

This website is **fully conformant** with the **Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) Version 2.1, Level AA** and with the European standard **EN 301 549 V3.2.1 (2021)** for accessibility requirements of ICT products and services.

This conformity extends to all requirements for websites specified in EU Regulation 2021/1328 under the German Accessibility Strengthening Act (BFSG), which has been in force in the Federal Republic of Germany since 28 June 2025.

## 3. Preparation of this Statement

This statement was prepared on **17 May 2026** and is based on a combination of automated and manual testing methods:

- **Automated tests:** axe-core (Deque Systems) against the entire sitemap, integrated into the build pipeline (`npm run a11y`). Every build is checked for accessibility violations before deployment.
- **Lighthouse audits:** Mobile and desktop with a focus on the Accessibility score (target: 100/100), integrated into the CI pipeline.
- **Manual review:** Keyboard navigation (Tab, Enter, Esc) of all interactive elements, screen reader tests with NVDA (Windows) and VoiceOver (macOS), verification of focus indicators and colour contrast ratios according to WCAG 2.1 AA.
- **External validation:** Review by DIAS GmbH as an independent accessibility testing body.

## 4. Known Non-Conformities

At the time of the last update (17 May 2026), **no non-conformities** are known. The website fully meets all requirements of WCAG 2.1 Level AA.

Should you nevertheless identify areas that do not meet the applicable standards, please use the feedback procedure described below.

## 5. Feedback and Contact

We strive to continuously improve the accessibility of our website. If you encounter accessibility barriers or have questions about the accessibility of our website, please contact us:

- **Email:** [barrierefreiheit@mekyn.com](mailto:barrierefreiheit@mekyn.com)
- **Postal address:** Cengizhan Akbudak, Björnsongasse 29, 1130 Wien, Austria
- **Responsible person:** Cengizhan Akbudak

We process your enquiries within **14 working days**.

## 6. Enforcement Procedure

If you do not receive a satisfactory response to your feedback, you may contact the conciliation body established under Section 16 BFSG:

- **Conciliation body under the BFSG**  
  At the Federal Government Commissioner for the Affairs of Persons with Disabilities  
  Alexanderstrasse 28, 10178 Berlin, Germany  
  [www.schlichtungsstelle-bfsg.de](https://www.schlichtungsstelle-bfsg.de/)

The conciliation procedure is **free of charge**. You are free to seek legal advice before or during the conciliation procedure or to pursue legal action.

## 7. Last Updated

This statement was last updated on **17 May 2026**. It is reviewed and updated whenever the website undergoes significant changes or when the applicable legal framework is modified.

Prepared in accordance with the German Accessibility Strengthening Act (BFSG), Directive (EU) 2016/2102, and Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/1523. As of 2026.