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Adobe Lightroom

🇺🇸US Company

by Adobe Inc.

Adobe Lightroom is a comprehensive photo editing and management software developed by Adobe Inc., based in the United States. It is designed to assist photographers and creative professionals in organizing, editing, and sharing their images. Lightroom offers a range of tools for adjusting exposure, color, and composition, as well as advanced features like non-destructive editing and batch processing. Key features include a powerful cataloging system, cloud-based storage, and seamless integration with other Adobe Creative Cloud applications. Lightroom is particularly suited for professional photographers, hobbyists, and creative professionals who require robust photo editing capabilities and efficient workflow management. Users should be aware that data stored in Adobe Lightroom is subject to US data laws, including the CLOUD Act and FISA 702. The pricing model for Adobe Lightroom typically involves a subscription-based plan, which provides access to the latest updates and features as part of Adobe's Creative Cloud offerings.

EU Alternatives to Adobe Lightroom

2 privacy-focused, GDPR-compliant alternatives

Affinity Suite logo

by Affinity Suite

UK-based professional creative suite including Photo, Designer, and Publisher as one-time purchase alternatives to Adobe.

GDPR CompliantEU-Based
paidMigration:2-4 hours

Why switch?

  • One-time purchase: Affinity Suite costs around $54.99, no subscriptions.
  • Cross-platform support: Works on Windows, macOS, and iPadOS.
  • GDPR compliant: Data protection aligned with EU regulations.

Consider

  • No cloud storage: Requires manual file management, unlike Lightroom's cloud.
  • Steeper learning curve: Different interface may slow down new users.
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Photopea

🇨🇿

by Photopea

Photopea is a web-based graphic editor that supports various file formats, including PSD, XCF, and Sketch. It offers tools for photo editing, vector graphics, and text manipulation. Users can work directly in the browser without the need for software installation, making it accessible across devices.

GDPR CompliantEU-Based
freemiumMigration:2-4 hours

Why switch?

  • Photopea is free with a functional tier for casual users.
  • Browser-based; no installation required, works on any OS.
  • Supports PSD files, allowing easy editing of Adobe projects.

Consider

  • Learning curve due to different interface and tools compared to Lightroom.
  • Limited photo organization features compared to Lightroom's cataloging.

Why switch from Adobe Lightroom?

US CLOUD Act

US authorities can access your data stored by US companies, even if stored in Europe.

Privacy Concerns

US companies may collect and use your data in ways not compliant with EU standards.

EU Alternatives

EU-based services must comply with GDPR, giving you stronger privacy protections.

Other Design & Creative Tools you might want to replace

Ready to switch to a privacy-focused alternative?

Protect your data by moving to an EU-based service. Our migration guides make switching easy.