PDF Accessibility
Software & Services
- Desktop Software
  - axesWordConvert your Word documents into accessible PDFs according to PDF/UA and WCAG in just a few clicks.
  - axesSlideConvert your PowerPoint documents into accessible PDFs according to PDF/UA and WCAG in just a few clicks.
  - axesPDFFind and fix accessibility issues to comply easily with PDF/UA – even in seconds.
- Services
  - axesServiceGet to know the world's leading service for accessible PDF documents: axesService.
  - axesTrainingLearn document accessibility from the experts who helped create the guidelines and standards.
  - axesCheckFree to use PDF Accessibility Testing Web App which provides a first impression about the accessibility of your PDF.
- Automation
  - axesSenseIntegrate accessible PDF checking into your processes, systems or software using our axesSense API.
Resources & Community
- Resources & Community
  - BlogFind out the latest about PDF accessibility, axes4 and our software and services.
  - ManualsRead clear step-by-step instructions on how to create accessible documents.
  - VideosWatch videos and webinar recordings with clear practical knowledge.
  - CommunityLearning from each other on all topics related to PDF accessibility.
  - SupportGet first-hand help and valuable tips on problems with our software.
  - Previous Software VersionsDownload previous versions of our axesWord or axesPDF software.
  - EventsMeet us in person at trainings, panels, talks, conferences or webinars.
About axes4
- axes4
  - Get to know axes4 brieflyLearn more about axes4, the team and our history.
  - ContactStart a conversation with us via your preferred channel.
  - PartnersFind local PDF Accessibility experts with axes4 know-how.
  - Memberships & EngagementFind out where we are involved in promoting digital accessibility.
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  - Work with axes4Get an insight into what it's like to be part of the axes4 team.
  - Recent JobsBecome part of the axes4 team - Here's who we're looking to join us
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  - End-User Licence AgreementUnderstand what the general licence conditions are.
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axesWord

axesWord is a high-quality add-in for Microsoft Word that creates accessible PDFs according to PDF/UA and WCAG in just a few clicks.

We recommend that you use the latest beta version 25.0 of axesWord (see below). It contains numerous new features, improvements and bug fixes.

Current version

23.4
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Test our newest beta version

25.0
System requirements
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Screen with Microsoft Word and axesWord: the result is a PDF/UA file

Please note

Without activation, all programmes run in demo mode. You have access to all functions, but the resulting PDF files have watermarks and random colour translations of individual characters.