If you use
AWS / Google
US Cloud acts limit data privacy. Host your infrastructure on European soil.
European Alternatives
Hetzner
Hetzner says its Regular Performance cloud tier has the best price-performance ratio.
OVHcloud
OVHcloud says it offers a European cloud. OVHcloud says its object storage is scalable.
Scaleway
Scaleway says its API, CLI and developer tools ease cloud management.
If you use
Dropbox / Drive
Store your files securely. Choose encrypted European cloud storage providers that respect your privacy.
European Alternatives
pCloud
Secure cloud storage from Switzerland. pCloud says its encryption keeps files secure.
Tresorit
End-to-end encrypted content collaboration platform. Zero-knowledge standard.
Internxt
Internxt says its cloud storage is open-source and zero-knowledge.
If you use
GoDaddy
Manage your domains and DNS with European registrars that respect your data rights.
If you use
Vercel / Netlify / Cloudflare Pages
Deploy static sites and serverless functions on European infrastructure. Privacy-focused and GDPR-compliant.
European Alternatives
statichost.eu
statichost.eu says it offers European static site hosting with deploys from a Git repository and automatic rebuilds.
Koyeb
Paris-based serverless PaaS. Koyeb offers Git push deploys and fully managed Serverless Postgres.
IONOS Deploy Now
IONOS says Deploy Now deploys static sites and single page apps. GitHub deploy for static sites, SPAs, and PHP apps.
If you use
Samsung / LG TVs
Premium televisions designed and manufactured in Germany. Support European craftsmanship and innovation.
European Alternatives
Loewe
Loewe says it has stood for German premium technology since 1923. Loewe says its TVs, including OLED models, are made in Germany, at its Kronach headquarters.
Metz
Metz says it has developed and manufactured in Germany for 85 years. Metz says it develops and produces in Germany.
If you use
Nike / Vans
Fast fashion and US sneaker giants often dominate. Switch to sustainable European footwear and apparel.
European Alternatives
Veja
VEJA says it makes sneakers mixing social projects and ecological materials.
Vegetarian Shoes
Vegetarian Shoes says its vegan footwear is made in the UK and Europe. Vegan-friendly and durable.
Ecoalf
Ecoalf says it turns recovered marine plastic into yarn. Ecoalf says it aims to make fashion with the least possible impact.
If you use
Cash App / Chime
European neobanks offering mobile-first banking with no hidden fees, instant transfers, and data stored within EU borders.
European Alternatives
N26
N26 says it has over 8 million customers. N26 is a fully licensed German bank with a free Standard account.
Bunq
Bunq says it offers business banking for freelancers. bunq says its Pro plan lets users organize money across 25 Bank Accounts.
Qonto
Qonto says it offers business accounts for SMEs and freelancers. Qonto says it offers team expense management and e-invoicing.
If you use
QuickBooks / FreshBooks
EU-hosted accounting and invoicing software that keeps your financial data under GDPR and is built for European tax requirements.
European Alternatives
Pennylane
Pennylane says it is a financial and accounting platform for businesses and accounting firms. Pennylane says its e-invoicing and e-reporting are compliant.
Exact
Exact offers ERP and accounting software for SMEs. Exact says more than 675,000 companies rely on its software.
Visma
Visma is headquartered in Oslo. Visma says its mission is making business administration simple.
If you use
Stripe / PayPal
EU-based payment processors that keep transaction data under European jurisdiction and GDPR compliance.
European Alternatives
Mollie
Mollie says it powers growth for over 250,000 businesses. Mollie says customers pay only for what they use. A customer says Mollie offers localised payments at scale.
Adyen
Adyen says it offers one platform for payments, data and financial products. Adyen says one platform covers payments, data and financial products.
Mangopay
Mangopay says its wallet infrastructure lets enterprise platforms control and monetize payments. Mangopay says it offers wallet infrastructure and payouts.
If you use
Apple Music
Stream your music from platforms that started the streaming revolution right here in Europe.
European Alternatives
If you use
Spotify / Apple Podcasts
European podcast platforms for listeners and creators — privacy-first hosting, GDPR-compliant, and fair creator monetization.
European Alternatives
Acast
Acast says it offers podcast hosting, distribution and monetisation, with a free Starter plan.
Podimo
Podimo offers paid podcast memberships and says it has over 1 million listeners. Podimo says its exclusive podcasts are found nowhere else.
Podigee
Podigee says its podcast hosting includes automatic transcripts with every release, plus analytics.
If you use
Google Maps / Waze
Navigate without being tracked. Privacy-focused European navigation apps with offline maps.
European Alternatives
Magic Earth
Magic Earth says its navigation is privacy-first. Magic Earth offers offline maps and says it does not collect personal data. Magic Earth says its navigation app offers live traffic and offline maps.
Sygic
Trusted by 200M drivers.
HERE WeGo
If you use
ExpressVPN / NordVPN
European VPN providers operating under GDPR with a strict no-logs policy and servers based in EU jurisdictions.
European Alternatives
Mullvad
Swedish privacy-first VPN. Mullvad says it keeps no logs and encourages cash or crypto payments. Mullvad says it requests independent audits of its app and infrastructure.
Proton VPN
Swiss VPN by the makers of Proton Mail. Proton VPN says it is open-source, has no logs and a free plan. Proton VPN says journalists and activists trust it.
AzireVPN
Swedish VPN with WireGuard support and a strict no-logs policy. AzireVPN says a third-party audit verified its no-logs claims.
If you use
Gmail
Free email that scans your data for ads. Switch to privacy-first European encryption.
If you use
Google Photos
Store and organize your photos with European providers that respect your privacy and use encryption.
European Alternatives
Ente
End-to-end encrypted photo storage. Open source with apps for all platforms.
Stingle Photos
Open-source, end-to-end encrypted photo and video backup. Self-hostable.
Cryptee
Estonian encrypted photo and document storage with zero-knowledge encryption.
If you use
LastPass / 1Password
European password managers that store your credentials with zero-knowledge encryption on EU-based servers.
European Alternatives
Passbolt
Luxembourg-based open-source password manager for teams. Passbolt says it can be self-hosted and uses end-to-end encryption.
Proton Pass
Swiss zero-knowledge password manager from Proton. End-to-end encrypted, includes email aliases. Free tier available.
If you use
Norton / Malwarebytes
Europe's own cybersecurity firms protecting millions of devices — built under EU privacy law with no US data-sharing obligations.
European Alternatives
ESET
ESET says it is a global leader in cybersecurity. ESET says its home security includes real-time antivirus protection against malware, ransomware, spyware and phishing.
Bitdefender
Bitdefender says its security products are award-winning. Bitdefender says independent testing organisations recognise it and offers Antivirus Free.
G DATA
G DATA says it invented antivirus software. G DATA says its products are developed, hosted and maintained in Germany.
If you use
ChatGPT / OpenAI
Artificial Intelligence made in Europe. Leading models and translation tools.
European Alternatives
If you use
Jira / Asana / Monday
European project management tools that keep your team's work data in EU data centers with full GDPR compliance.
European Alternatives
OpenProject
OpenProject: open-source project management software. OpenProject provides Gantt charts for project planning, agile boards, and time tracking. EU-hosted cloud or self-hosted. OpenProject lists a community edition and an enterprise edition.
Taiga
Taiga: open-source agile project management for cross-functional teams, from the team at Kaleidos. Open source, with Scrum and Kanban boards.
If you use
Slack
Team communication is vital, but data sovereignty matters for EU businesses.
European Alternatives
Element
Secure collaboration based on the Matrix open standard.
Wire
Wire is an end-to-end encrypted, open-source collaboration platform. Conferencing and files. Wire says it can be deployed in the cloud, on-premises or as a hybrid setup.
Mattermost
Mattermost says it offers self-hosted, air-gapped collaboration. (EU Hosting available).
If you use
Todoist
Task managers are essential. Choose one that connects your daily habits to your life goals.
European Alternatives
Griply
Dutch-built purpose-driven planner connecting everyday tasks to bigger life goals.
MeisterTask
MeisterTask calls itself straightforward work management software for teams. MeisterTask says it is secure and GDPR compliant.
Superlist
Superlist describes itself as a to-do list app. Superlist is a to-do list app for work and personal life.
If you use
Connect with friends and communities without surveillance capitalism.
European Alternatives
Diaspora
Decentralized social network. You choose where your data lives.
Friendica
Open-source social network with Facebook-like features. Connects to the Fediverse.
BeReal
BeReal says its app captures a spontaneous, unfiltered slice of daily life. Share real photos, no filters.
If you use
End-to-end encrypted messaging that truly respects your privacy. No phone number required.
European Alternatives
If you use
Staples / Office Depot
Quality stationery and office supplies from European brands with centuries of craftsmanship.
European Alternatives
MILAN
Stationery brand MILAN has been creating products since 1918. MILAN sells erasers and pencil sharpeners.
Stabilo
STABILO says it has made pens for more than 170 years. Stabilo lists the BOSS ORIGINAL highlighter in its highlighting range.
Staedtler
STAEDTLER sells pencils and technical drawing instruments. Engineering precision.
If you use
Headspace / Calm
Meditation and mindfulness apps that respect your privacy. Open source and non-profit options.
European Alternatives
Medito
100% free, open-source meditation app. Medito Foundation, a non-profit, says it has no ads. Run by volunteers.
Freeletics
Freeletics says its app has 700+ different exercises. Freeletics says its coaching is trusted by 60 million users.
Yazio
Yazio says it is an all-in-one food, fitness and fasting tracker. Yazio offers AI photo food tracking.