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Zendesk

🇺🇸US Company

by Zendesk Inc. · Founded 2007

Customer service platform providing ticketing, live chat, knowledge base, and call center solutions.

EU Alternatives to Zendesk

4 privacy-focused, GDPR-compliant alternatives

LiveAgent logo

by Quality Unit s.r.o.

LiveAgent is a help desk software that combines multiple communication channels including email, live chat, and social media into a single platform. It allows businesses to manage customer inquiries efficiently, track interactions, and streamline support processes. Features include ticketing, automation, and reporting tools for improved customer service.

GDPR CompliantEU-Based
freemiumMigration:3-5 hours

Why switch?

  • LiveAgent offers a free tier for up to 7 agents, reducing costs.
  • GDPR compliance ensures data protection for EU customers.
  • LiveAgent servers are located in the EU, enhancing data residency.

Consider

  • Migration from Zendesk may require significant data transfer efforts.
  • LiveAgent lacks advanced AI automation features present in Zendesk.
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Trengo

🇳🇱

by Trengo B.V.

Trengo is a communication platform that integrates various messaging channels, including email, chat, and social media, into a single inbox. It allows teams to manage customer interactions efficiently, track conversations, and collaborate in real-time. Trengo improves response times and streamlines customer support processes.

GDPR CompliantEU-BasedEU-hosted
paidMigration:2-4 hours

Why switch?

  • Trengo offers a unified inbox for all communication channels.
  • GDPR compliance ensures data protection for EU customers.
  • Trengo integrates directly with WhatsApp Business for messaging.

Consider

  • Migrating data from Zendesk may require significant effort and time.
  • Trengo lacks a dedicated call center feature compared to Zendesk.
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Crisp

🇫🇷

by Crisp IM SARL

Crisp is a customer messaging platform designed for businesses to communicate effectively with their users. It offers real-time chat, email integration, and chatbot functionalities to streamline customer support. The platform helps teams manage conversations from multiple channels in one place, enhancing response times and user engagement.

GDPR CompliantEU-BasedEU-hosted
freemiumMigration:2-3 days

Why switch?

  • Crisp offers a free tier, reducing initial costs for small teams.
  • GDPR compliance ensures data protection for EU customers.
  • Crisp's shared inbox allows team collaboration on customer queries.

Consider

  • Zendesk's ticketing system is more advanced than Crisp's features.
  • Migration from Zendesk may require significant data transfer efforts.
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Userlike

🇩🇪

by Userlike UG

Userlike is a customer messaging platform designed for businesses to enhance communication with website visitors. It enables real-time chat support, integrates with various tools, and allows users to manage conversations across different channels. The platform aims to improve customer engagement and support efficiency.

GDPR CompliantEU-BasedISO 27001
freemiumMigration:2-4 hours

Why switch?

  • Userlike offers GDPR compliance with EU-based servers for data protection.
  • Unified messaging includes WhatsApp Business for broader customer reach.
  • Userlike's chatbot supports multiple languages, enhancing user experience.

Consider

  • Migrating from Zendesk may require significant data transfer efforts.
  • Userlike lacks a comprehensive ticketing system like Zendesk's.

Why switch from Zendesk?

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 Customer Support 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.