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Adobe Creative Cloud

🇺🇸US Company

by Adobe Inc. · Founded 2012

Adobe Creative Cloud is a subscription service that provides access to a collection of software applications for graphic design, video editing, web development, and photography. It includes popular tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere Pro. Users can collaborate and share their projects across devices.

EU Alternatives to Adobe Creative Cloud

2 privacy-focused, GDPR-compliant alternatives

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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.

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Why switch?

  • Photopea is browser-based, requiring no installation on devices.
  • Free tier available, offering basic features without subscription fees.
  • Full PSD compatibility allows easy editing of Adobe files.

Consider

  • Limited features compared to Adobe's 20+ creative apps.
  • Learning curve for users familiar with Adobe's interface.
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Krita

🇳🇱

by Krita

Krita is a free, open-source digital painting software designed for artists. It offers a variety of brushes, tools, and features for creating illustrations, concept art, and animations. Users can work with layers, masks, and advanced color management. Compatible with multiple operating systems, Krita supports various file formats for easy sharing and collaboration.

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Why switch?

  • Krita is open source, allowing for free access and modifications.
  • No subscription fees; Krita is completely free to use.
  • Krita's brush engine offers over 100 customizable brush presets.

Consider

  • Adobe's collaboration features are more advanced for team projects.
  • Krita lacks some advanced photo editing tools found in Photoshop.

Why switch from Adobe Creative Cloud?

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.