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Apple Music

🇺🇸US Company

by Apple Music

Apple Music is a US-based music streaming service that provides users with access to a vast library of millions of songs. It offers curated playlists and radio stations, aiming to deliver a comprehensive and diverse music experience to its users. The service is designed for music enthusiasts who appreciate a wide range of genres and enjoy discovering new music through expertly curated content. Apple Music operates on a freemium pricing model, allowing users to access basic features for free, with the option to upgrade for additional benefits. It is important to note that as a US-based service, Apple Music stores user data in the United States and is subject to US data laws, including the CLOUD Act and FISA 702. This means that user data is handled under US jurisdiction, which may have implications for privacy and data protection.

EU Alternatives to Apple Music

4 privacy-focused, GDPR-compliant alternatives

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Spotify

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by Spotify

Spotify is a web player that offers a vast library of music and podcasts, making it an ideal choice for audio enthusiasts. As a leading EU-based company, it provides a compelling alternative to US tech options.

EU-BasedGDPR Compliant
freemiumMigration:1-2 hours

Why switch?

  • Spotify offers a vast library of 100M+ tracks.
  • Access to exclusive podcasts not on Apple Music.
  • Spotify's Discover Weekly suggests new music.

Consider

  • Migration from Apple Music may lose playlists.
  • Spotify lacks Apple's lossless audio quality.
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Deezer

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by Deezer

Discover our streaming app Deezer! Create an account, listen to your music for free and access millions of songs, playlists and podcasts. Sign up for free!

GDPR Compliant
freemiumMigration:1-2 hours

Why switch?

  • High-definition audio for superior sound quality
  • GDPR compliance ensures data protection in the EU
  • Lyrics display enhances music experience

Consider

  • Migration of playlists from Apple Music can be tedious
  • Learning new interface may take time
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Qobuz

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by Qobuz

More than 100 million tracks available for high sound quality unlimited streaming. Qobuz is also the worldwide leader in 24-Bit Hi-Res downloads.

EU-hostedGDPR Compliant
subscriptionMigration:1-2 hours

Why switch?

  • Access to 100 million tracks on Qobuz
  • Enjoy 24-Bit Hi-Res audio downloads
  • GDPR compliant data handling in EU

Consider

  • Migration from Apple Music can be tedious
  • Learning curve for new interface
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Idagio

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by Idagio

The ultimate classical music collection in one app ✓Exclusive video concerts ✓Lossless sound quality ✓Best search ✓Curated by performers and experts ▷ Discover IDAGIO now

GDPR Compliant
subscriptionMigration:1-2 hours

Why switch?

  • Access exclusive video concerts with Idagio.
  • Enjoy lossless audio streaming for classical music.
  • Advanced search tailored for classical music genres.

Consider

  • Limited to classical music; lacks other genres.
  • Migration may require re-curating playlists.

Why switch from Apple Music?

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 Music Streaming 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.