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Trello

🇺🇸US Company

by Atlassian

Trello is a project management tool developed by Atlassian, based in the United States, designed to help teams organize tasks and projects using visual boards. It utilizes a Kanban-style interface where users can create boards to represent projects, and within those boards, they can create and manage cards that represent tasks. Trello's key features include drag-and-drop cards, customizable checklists, due dates, labels, and filters, which allow users to organize and prioritize their tasks efficiently. The platform also offers Power-Ups, which are integrations and add-ons that extend Trello's functionality, such as calendar views and third-party app integrations. Trello is available on both desktop and mobile platforms, providing flexibility for users on the go. The tool is commonly used by teams of various sizes across different industries, from small startups to large enterprises, seeking a straightforward way to manage projects and collaborate. Trello operates on a freemium pricing model, offering basic features for free with the option to upgrade for additional capabilities. It is important to note that Trello stores user data in the United States, making it subject to US data laws, including the CLOUD Act and FISA 702.

EU Alternatives to Trello

5 privacy-focused, GDPR-compliant alternatives

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MeisterTask

🇩🇪

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:1-2 days

Why switch?

  • MeisterTask is fully GDPR compliant, ensuring data protection in the EU.
  • Data is hosted on EU servers, enhancing control over data residency.
  • Built-in time tracking feature helps monitor project progress efficiently.

Consider

  • Migrating data from Trello may require manual effort and time.
  • MeisterTask lacks some Power-Ups available in Trello for extended features.
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Wekan

🇫🇮

by Wekan Team

Wekan is an open-source Kanban board application, often called the open-source Trello alternative. Self-hosted solution with full data ownership. Features include boards, lists, cards, checklists, and labels. Active community development.

EU-BasedOpen SourceSelf-Hostable
freeMigration:1-2 days

Why switch?

  • Wekan is open source, allowing for customization and community support.
  • Full data ownership with self-hosting; no vendor lock-in with Wekan.
  • Wekan supports REST API for easy integration with other tools.

Consider

  • Migration from Trello may require manual card transfer and setup.
  • Wekan lacks Power-Ups; fewer integrations compared to Trello.
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Kanboard

🇫🇷

by Kanboard

Kanboard is a free and open-source Kanban project management software. Self-hosted solution giving complete control over your data. Lightweight and focused on simplicity with essential project management features. No tracking or data collection.

EU-BasedOpen SourceSelf-Hostable
freeMigration:1-2 days

Why switch?

  • Kanboard is open source, allowing for custom modifications and control.
  • Self-hosting on EU servers enhances data sovereignty and GDPR compliance.
  • No tracking means user data is not collected or sold, ensuring privacy.

Consider

  • Migration from Trello may require manual data transfer, causing delays.
  • Kanboard lacks Power-Ups, limiting integrations with other tools.
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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:1-2 days

Why switch?

  • Zenkit offers multiple views like list, calendar, and mind map.
  • GDPR compliance ensures data protection for EU users.
  • Custom fields in Zenkit allow tailored data management per project.

Consider

  • Migrating from Trello requires manual transfer of boards and cards.
  • Zenkit lacks some Trello Power-Ups, limiting integrations.
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Freedcamp

🇳🇱

by Freedcamp

Freedcamp is a feature-rich project management platform with a generous free tier. Offers task lists, Kanban boards, Gantt charts, and time tracking. Good alternative for budget-conscious teams looking for comprehensive project management.

EU-Based
freemiumMigration:1-2 days

Why switch?

  • Freedcamp offers a free tier with unlimited users and projects.
  • Gantt charts in Freedcamp provide visual project timelines.
  • Time tracking feature helps monitor task durations and productivity.

Consider

  • Migration from Trello may require manual transfer of tasks and data.
  • Freedcamp lacks some Power-Ups available in Trello, limiting integrations.

Why switch from Trello?

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

Ready to switch to a privacy-focused alternative?

Protect your data by moving to an EU-based service. Our migration guides make switching easy.