Gmail vs Gandi: Is EU Metadata Protection the Key?
Explore how Gandi's EU-based email service prioritizes your metadata privacy over Gmail's U.S. approach. Make the switch today for enhanced email security.
Should You Switch to Gandi?
Enhanced privacy, EU-based servers, GDPR compliance
Loss of advanced features like Smart Compose, Meet integration
Switch for privacy and EU compliance; stay for advanced features
At a Glance
US data laws
GDPR protected
Gmail
freemium
Gandi
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Privacy & Compliance Comparison
Critical data sovereignty factors at a glance
| Criteria | Gmail | Gandi |
|---|---|---|
Server Location | US (Google Cloud), EU (optional) | EU |
GDPR Compliance | Partial (SCCs) | Full |
Open Source | ||
E2E Encryption | Enterprise only | Optional |
Data Portability | Full export | Full export |
CLOUD Act Notice
Gmail is a US company and must comply with CLOUD Act data requests, even for data stored in EU data centers. Gandi is not subject to US jurisdiction.
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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
- ✓EU servers ensure data stays within EU borders.
- ✓GDPR compliance guarantees strict data protection.
- ✓ISO 27001 certification ensures high security standards.
- ✓Open Source offers transparency in email operations.
Things to Consider
- !Lacks integrated video conferencing like Google Meet.
- !Migration from Gmail may be time-consuming.
- !Fewer email management features than Gmail.
Migration Overview
Depends on data size and complexity
Quick Steps
Create Gandi account and configure settings
Export and prepare data from Gmail
Import data, test integrations, and migrate users
Other alternatives to Gmail
Ready to make the switch?
Start using Gandi today and take control of your data privacy.