Who we are
Switch-to.eu is built by Vincent and Simon Peters, digital designers from Antwerp. We started this because finding and switching to EU alternatives took more research than it should.
Why this exists
Most popular digital services are run by US companies under US law. That means your data is governed by a legal framework that handles privacy differently than the EU does.
We built Switch-to.eu to make it easier to find EU-hosted alternatives and actually switch to them.
What we do
Switch-to.eu has migration guides for replacing everyday tools like WhatsApp, Gmail, Chrome, and social media with EU-based alternatives. The guides are written so anyone can follow them, regardless of technical background.
What makes this different
Other sites list privacy tools. We focus specifically on services based in the EU, and pair each one with a practical migration guide.
What you get:
- EU-based alternatives to popular apps and services
- Migration guides written for non-technical users
- Honest comparisons that include trade-offs
- Open source, maintained by volunteers
Start here
Pick a service you want to replace, read the comparison, and follow the guide. Most switches take under an hour.
Start making the switchOur Three Pillars
European Alternatives
We curate and maintain a comprehensive directory of EU-based digital services across various categories - from email providers and cloud storage to social media and productivity tools.
Step-by-Step Guides
We provide detailed, user-friendly migration guides that walk you through the process of moving your data and digital life from global services to European alternatives.
Community Driven
This platform is built by the community, for the community. All our guides and service listings are maintained through open collaboration, and we welcome contributions from anyone interested in promoting EU digital services.
Why EU-based services?
Not every EU service is automatically better, and not every non-EU service is automatically bad. But there are real differences in how your data is treated.
Data Privacy & Protection
EU services operate under GDPR. You have the right to access, correct, and delete your data. Companies need your explicit consent before processing personal information.
Data Jurisdiction
When your data is stored in the EU, it stays under EU jurisdiction. US-based services are subject to laws like the CLOUD Act, which allows US authorities to request data stored abroad.
Regulation & Enforcement
EU regulations set stricter rules around algorithmic transparency and data use. Services operating in Europe face real enforcement when they break these rules.
Economic Impact
Choosing EU services puts money into the European tech sector instead of concentrating it in a handful of US companies.