AWS vs Scaleway: Is EU's Sync Security More Trustworthy?
Discover how Scaleway's French heritage stacks up against AWS's global reach in safeguarding your cloud storage sync with enhanced security features.
Should You Switch to Scaleway Object Storage?
GDPR compliance, EU-based servers, no Cloud Act exposure
AWS has more advanced features like serverless computing
Switch if privacy and EU data residency are priorities; AWS for advanced features
At a Glance
US data laws
GDPR protected
AWS
freemium
Scaleway Object Storage
paid
Privacy & Compliance Comparison
Critical data sovereignty factors at a glance
| Criteria | AWS | Scaleway Object Storage |
|---|---|---|
Server Location | US (AWS), EU (optional) | EU (France) |
GDPR Compliance | Partial (SCCs) | Full |
Open Source | ||
E2E Encryption | Optional | Optional |
Data Portability | Full export | Full export |
CLOUD Act Notice
AWS is a US company and must comply with CLOUD Act data requests, even for data stored in EU data centers. Scaleway Object Storage is not subject to US jurisdiction.
AWS
🇺🇸AWS
Scaleway Object Storage
🇫🇷Scaleway
US Data Storage
Data subject to US CLOUD Act and may be accessed by US authorities
EU Data Protection
Data protected under GDPR with EU-only data residency
Certifications & Compliance
No certifications listed
Reasons to Switch
- ✓GDPR compliance ensures EU data protection standards.
- ✓ISO 27001 certification for strong security management.
- ✓Open Source platform offers transparency and flexibility.
- ✓EU-hosted servers reduce latency for European users.
Things to Consider
- !Migration from AWS may require significant time and resources.
- !Scaleway lacks integrated machine learning services.
- !Learning curve for Scaleway's API and management tools.
Migration Overview
Depends on data size and complexity
Quick Steps
Create Scaleway Object Storage account and configure settings
Export and prepare data from AWS
Import data, test integrations, and migrate users
Other alternatives to AWS
Ready to make the switch?
Start using Scaleway Object Storage today and take control of your data privacy.