European alternatives to
iCloud
Apple's cloud storage and sync service, built into every Apple device.
Apple Inc. · Outside Europe
About iCloud
- Company
- Apple Inc.
- HQ
- United States
- Zone
- Outside Europe
Key concerns
Non-European ownershipSubject to US CLOUD Act
#1
pCloud
86 · Strongly EuropeanSwiss cloud storage with an optional client-side encryption layer. Lifetime plans available, EU data region.
Freemium · from €4.99/mo Free tier EFTA
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Did you know? Storing data on European servers does not protect you from US law if the company is American-owned.
Why avoid United States-owned services?
CLOUD Act
Allows US authorities to compel American companies to hand over data stored anywhere in the world.
FISA Section 702
Permits mass surveillance of non-US persons' data held by US tech providers, without a warrant.
GDPR vs US law
Transferring personal data to US companies may conflict with EU data protection rules under GDPR.