European alternatives to Kaspersky
A well-regarded Russian antivirus and security vendor whose technology is genuinely capable. But its Russian jurisdiction led the US to ban its products in 2024 over state-influence concerns, a serious consideration for security software.
Company information about Kaspersky
- Company
- Kaspersky Lab
- Headquarters
- Moscow, Russia
- Founded
- 1997
- Data jurisdiction
- Russia
- Ownership
- Privately held
- GDPR
- No
- Open source
- No
- Infrastructure
- Own infrastructure
Why people switch away from Kaspersky
European alternatives to Kaspersky
Independent Romanian cybersecurity firm with top-rated antivirus and endpoint protection. A European alternative to Kaspersky, without the geopolitical baggage.
Independent Slovak antivirus and endpoint security maker behind NOD32. A long-established European alternative to Kaspersky.
Finnish consumer security brand offering antivirus, VPN, and identity protection. A Nordic, EU-based alternative to Kaspersky.
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Why avoid Russia-owned services?
Data localisation law
Federal Law 242-FZ requires companies to store data about Russian users on servers within Russia, where it is accessible to Russian authorities.
SORM surveillance system
System of Operative Investigative Measures gives the FSB direct hardware-level access to all Russian telecoms and internet infrastructure, without requiring a court order.
Geopolitical risk
Following the invasion of Ukraine, Russia-based tech infrastructure carries significant geopolitical and sanctions risk for European businesses.