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Asana

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by Asana, Inc.

Asana is a project management tool developed by Asana, Inc., a company based in the United States. It is designed to help teams organize, track, and manage their work. The platform offers a range of features including task management, project timelines, workflow automation, and team collaboration tools. Users can create custom fields to tailor their projects to specific needs and utilize reporting dashboards to gain insights into project progress. Asana also provides mobile applications for managing tasks on the go. The product operates on a freemium pricing model, allowing users to access basic features for free with the option to upgrade for additional functionality. It is important to note that user data is stored in the United States and is subject to US data laws, including the CLOUD Act and FISA 702. Asana is typically used by teams and organizations looking to streamline their project management processes and improve collaboration among team members.

EU Alternatives to Asana

5 privacy-focused, GDPR-compliant alternatives

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MeisterTask

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by Meister

MeisterTask is a German-made intuitive project and task management tool built on Kanban boards. Offers seamless collaboration with time tracking, automation, and integrations. GDPR compliant with EU data hosting. Integrates well with MindMeister for mind mapping.

GDPR CompliantISO 27001EU-BasedEU-hosted
freemiumMigration:โ—โ—โ—1-2 hours

Why switch?

  • GDPR compliance ensures EU data privacy standards.
  • ISO 27001 certification for strong data security.
  • EU-based servers for faster access in Europe.

Consider

  • Migration from Asana may require manual data transfer.
  • Learning curve for teams familiar with Asana's interface.
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Teamwork

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by Teamwork.com

Teamwork is an Irish project management platform designed for client work and agencies. Offers comprehensive features including time tracking, resource management, and billing. GDPR compliant with EU headquarters in Cork, Ireland.

GDPR CompliantISO 27001EU-BasedSOC 2 Type IIEU-hosted
subscriptionMigration:โ—โ—โ—1-2 hours

Why switch?

  • EU servers ensure GDPR compliance for EU clients
  • Time tracking aids in precise client billing
  • Resource management optimizes team workload

Consider

  • Migration from Asana may disrupt workflows
  • Learning curve for new Teamwork features
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OpenProject

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by OpenProject GmbH

OpenProject is a German open-source project management software. Offers classical and agile project management with Gantt charts, Scrum boards, and time tracking. Self-hosted option available for complete data control. Strong focus on GDPR compliance.

GDPR CompliantEU-BasedOpen SourceSelf-HostableEU-hosted
freemiumMigration:โ—โ—โ—2-4 hours

Why switch?

  • Open source allows for custom modifications
  • Self-hosting ensures data control and privacy
  • GDPR compliance ensures EU data protection

Consider

  • Migration from Asana may require significant effort
  • Learning curve for new interface and features
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Zenkit

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by Axonic Informationssysteme

Zenkit is a German flexible project management and database platform. Offers multiple views including Kanban, table, calendar, and mind map. Built with privacy in mind with GDPR compliance and German data hosting. Modular suite of productivity tools.

GDPR CompliantEU-BasedEU-hosted
freemiumMigration:โ—โ—โ—1-2 hours

Why switch?

  • GDPR compliance with EU-based servers ensures data protection.
  • Mind mapping feature aids in visualizing project ideas.
  • Multiple views like Kanban, List, and Calendar for flexibility.

Consider

  • Migration from Asana to Zenkit may require manual data transfer.
  • Learning curve for teams accustomed to Asana's interface.
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Stackfield

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by Stackfield GmbH

Stackfield is a German secure collaboration platform combining project management, document sharing, and team communication. End-to-end encrypted with all data hosted in Germany. Designed for teams requiring high security and GDPR compliance.

GDPR CompliantISO 27001EU-BasedISO 27017ISO 27018BSI C5EU-hosted
subscriptionMigration:โ—โ—โ—1-2 hours

Why switch?

  • End-to-end encryption ensures data confidentiality.
  • German hosting aligns with EU data residency needs.
  • GDPR compliance with ISO certifications for security.

Consider

  • Migration from Asana may require significant effort.
  • Stackfield lacks Asana's advanced workflow automation.

Why switch from Asana?

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 Project Management you might want to replace

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