Google Drive vs Proton Drive: The Sharing Controls Showdown
Discover how Google's US-based platform and Switzerland's Proton Drive differ in privacy and sharing settings, and choose what's best for you today.
Should You Switch to Proton Drive?
Enhanced privacy with Swiss servers and no Cloud Act exposure
Loss of real-time collaboration and advanced sharing features
Switch for privacy needs; stay if collaboration is crucial
At a Glance
US data laws
GDPR protected
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Proton Drive
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Privacy & Compliance Comparison
Critical data sovereignty factors at a glance
| Criteria | Google Drive | Proton Drive |
|---|---|---|
Server Location | US, EU | CH |
GDPR Compliance | Partial (SCCs) | Full |
Open Source | ||
E2E Encryption | Enterprise only | All plans |
Data Portability | Full export | Full export |
CLOUD Act Notice
Google Drive is a US company and must comply with CLOUD Act data requests, even for data stored in EU data centers. Proton Drive is not subject to US jurisdiction.
Google Drive
🇺🇸Proton Drive
🇨🇭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
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Reasons to Switch
- ✓GDPR compliance ensures EU data protection standards.
- ✓End-to-end encryption on all plans enhances security.
- ✓Open source allows for transparency and trust.
- ✓Swiss hosting offers strong privacy laws.
Things to Consider
- !Migration from Google Drive can be time-consuming.
- !Lacks real-time collaboration features.
- !Limited integration with non-Proton apps.
Migration Overview
Depends on data size and complexity
Quick Steps
Create Proton Drive account and configure settings
Export and prepare data from Google Drive
Import data, test integrations, and migrate users
Note: Unknown
Other alternatives to Google Drive
Ready to make the switch?
Start using Proton Drive today and take control of your data privacy.