Who are nt-ai and nt-lingua intended for?

For anyone who wants to run a TYPO3 website (v13.4 or v14 LTS) that is accessible in accordance with the BFSG and multilingual—from SMEs to agencies.

Do I need my own AI accounts?

No. You can use your own keys (BYOK) or the managed AI access via NET.THINKS. For cases involving sensitive data, a local model (Ollama) is also available—in which case no data leaves your premises.

Is content sent to external AI providers?

Only the actual text or images to be processed, and only to the provider you select. Results are cached to avoid unnecessary requests. With Ollama, everything stays entirely in-house.

Is AI-generated plain language legally sound?

The "Easy-to-Read" versions are AI-generated drafts and have not been approved by a certified testing agency in accordance with DIN SPEC 33429. For legally compliant publication, we recommend having them reviewed by an expert.

How soon will I be ready to go?

Installation via Composer. With BYOK, all you need to do is store the keys; with managed access, no further setup is required. Upon request, we can handle the entire installation and setup process.

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Meeting BFSG Requirements with AI: How nt-ai and nt-lingua Make TYPO3 Websites Accessible and Multilingual

BFSG-ready in TYPO3: Automating accessibility and multilingual support with AI—GDPR-compliant, Made in Germany.

Accessibility has been mandatory since June 28, 2025: The Accessibility Enhancement Act (BFSG) requires many companies to have a website that complies with WCAG 2.2. Doing this manually takes weeks of work—and will already be out of date by the next editorial deadline. Two AI extensions from NET.THINKS automate most of the process directly within TYPO3: nt-ai for accessibility and nt-lingua for language.

Why This Issue Is Urgent

The BFSG transposes the European Accessibility Act (EAA) into German law. This affects, among others, online stores, banks, booking platforms, and many service providers. Those who ignore the requirements risk receiving warnings and exclude a significant portion of their potential customer base—people with disabilities, as well as older users. Accessibility is not a one-time project: every new page and every new image can undermine it. It must be maintained on an ongoing basis.

A group of people is interacting with a laptop that displays a webpage with language options.

nt-ai: Self-Checking Accessibility

nt-ai brings a comprehensive accessibility audit directly into the TYPO3 backend. Rule-based checks cover classic WCAG topics—missing alt text, heading hierarchy, contrast, and form labels. In addition, AI rules evaluate what rigid rules cannot capture: Is an alt text truly meaningful? Does a heading describe the following section? Does the meta description match the content?

The key difference: Any issues found can be resolved immediately. For images, the AI generates appropriate alt text; for meta descriptions and headings, it suggests ready-made phrasing that you can adopt with a single click—without leaving the backend. Content scoring (SEO/GEO, performance, semantics, accessibility) and Lighthouse monitoring with email alerts ensure that quality remains consistently measurable.

A Look at the Backend

nt-ai Accessibility Audit Module in the TYPO3 Backend — The Audit Module: Findings sorted by severity, with AI explanations and a "Apply Suggestion" option.

nt-ai Content Score Dashboard — Content scoring per page (SEO/GEO, performance, semantics, accessibility).

nt-ai Token Usage Over Time — Transparent AI token usage over time.

Accessibility Audit (WCAG 2.2)

Rule-based review of all pages—supplemented by AI rules that also identify content-related weaknesses (unclear alt text, non-descriptive headings, meta descriptions). Includes an inline panel in the page layout and “Apply Suggestion” buttons.

AI Alt Texts

Automatically generated, WCAG-compliant alt text for FAL images—either individually with a single click or in bulk via the scheduler. In the language and tone of your choice.

AI Content Scoring

Page-by-page evaluation of SEO/GEO, performance, semantics, keywords, and accessibility—with specific recommendations for action and dashboard widgets.

Lighthouse Monitoring & Alerting

Regular Lighthouse measurements (Google PageSpeed Insights) with historical data and email alerts as soon as scores fall below defined thresholds.

nt-lingua: Language for Everyone

Accessibility also means using language that is easy to understand. nt-lingua uses AI to generate versions in Simple and Easy-to-Read Language—a key BFSG component for greater inclusion. At the same time, the extension translates the website in real time into any language (via DeepL or an AI provider), without requiring the page to reload. For strategically important languages, nt-lingua generates genuine, indexable TYPO3 language versions with correct hreflang tags—beneficial for both users and SEO. An intelligent cache ensures that repeated page views do not incur additional AI costs.

Note: Versions in plain language are AI-generated drafts and have not been reviewed in accordance with DIN SPEC 33429—a professional review is recommended for legally compliant publication.

Real-time translation

Visitors can translate the page into any language with a single click—without reloading the page—and with a glossary of brand terms. Via DeepL or an AI provider.

Simple & Easy Language

AI-generated versions in simple or easy-to-read language—a key component of the BFSG for greater participation.

SEO-Optimized Translations

Genuine TYPO3 language overlays for strategic languages—server-rendered, indexable, with correct hreflang.

The best proof: our own website

You don’t have to take our word for it—try it out for yourself. The language selector on netthinks.de is powered by nt-lingua. Clicking on French, Spanish, Italian, or Hungarian instantly translates the page in the browser (DOM translation), while English is delivered as a genuine, indexable TYPO3 language version (native translation). It’s precisely this combination—rapid reach plus SEO-friendly core languages—that can be set up for any TYPO3 website.

No vendor lock-in, GDPR-compliant

Both extensions support multiple providers: Anthropic Claude, OpenAI, Google Gemini, DeepSeek, Mistral, Groq—or a locally operated model via Ollama if data must not leave the premises. Development and support are based in Germany; compatible with TYPO3 13.4 and 14 LTS.

How much does it cost? License and AI access

Licensing is per TYPO3 installation as an annual subscription that includes updates and support (nt-ai starting at €390, nt-lingua starting at €490, bundle starting at €990 per year). When it comes to AI access, operators have a choice: BYOK—your own keys, full cost transparency, the lowest subscription price—or Managed with an included quota through NET.THINKS, ready to go immediately and with just one invoice. Agencies receive volume discounts. This makes the model suitable for small websites as well as large portfolios.

All prices in euros, plus statutory VAT. This offer is addressed exclusively to businesses within the meaning of section 14 of the German Civil Code. “From” prices apply to standard installations; the actual effort follows from the state of your website and is agreed in writing beforehand.

BYOK – Bring Your Own Key

You store your own keys (OpenAI, Anthropic, DeepL, etc.). Full cost transparency—you retain control over data processing—and pay the lowest subscription price. Ideal for agencies and larger operators.

Managed – AI via NET.THINKS

No need for your own AI account: a monthly included quota via NET.THINKS, with additional usage available as add-on packages. Ready to go right away, with a single point of contact and a single invoice. Available as an add-on starting at €29/month.

Conclusion

The BFSG makes accessibility mandatory—nt-ai and nt-lingua make it possible. Instead of expensive one-off audits and time-consuming translation projects, you get an ongoing, AI-powered process right within TYPO3. Want to see it in action on your own website? Contact us—we’ll show you a live demo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are nt-ai and nt-lingua intended for?

For anyone who wants to run a TYPO3 website (v13.4 or v14 LTS) that is accessible in accordance with the BFSG and multilingual—from SMEs to agencies.
Do I need my own AI accounts?

No. You can use your own keys (BYOK) or the managed AI access via NET.THINKS. For cases involving sensitive data, a local model (Ollama) is also available—in which case no data leaves your premises.
Is content sent to external AI providers?

Only the actual text or images to be processed, and only to the provider you select. Results are cached to avoid unnecessary requests. With Ollama, everything stays entirely in-house.
Is AI-generated plain language legally sound?

The "Easy-to-Read" versions are AI-generated drafts and have not been approved by a certified testing agency in accordance with DIN SPEC 33429. For legally compliant publication, we recommend having them reviewed by an expert.
How much does it cost?

Licensing per TYPO3 installation as an annual subscription. nt-ai starting at €390, nt-lingua starting at €490, and the bundle starting at €990 per year. Managed AI access is available as an add-on starting at €29 per month.

Prices plus statutory VAT; offer addressed exclusively to businesses within the meaning of section 14 of the German Civil Code.
How soon will I be ready to go?

Installation via Composer. With BYOK, all you need to do is store the keys; with managed access, no further setup is required. Upon request, we can handle the entire installation and setup process.