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Should You Switch to mailbox?
Enhanced privacy, EU data hosting, ad-free experience
Loss of Smart Compose, Google Meet integration, and free storage
Switch if privacy and EU hosting are priorities; stay for advanced features
At a Glance
US data laws
GDPR protected
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Privacy & Compliance Comparison
Critical data sovereignty factors at a glance
| Criteria | Gmail | mailbox |
|---|---|---|
Server Location | US, EU | EU |
GDPR Compliance | Partial (SCCs) | Full |
Open Source | ||
E2E Encryption | Enterprise only | Optional |
Data Portability | Full export | Full export |
CLOUD Act Notice
Gmail is a US company and must comply with CLOUD Act data requests, even for data stored in EU data centers. mailbox is not subject to US jurisdiction.
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🇩🇪US Data Storage
Data subject to US CLOUD Act and may be accessed by US authorities
EU Data Protection
Data protected under GDPR with EU-only data residency
Certifications & Compliance
No certifications listed
Reasons to Switch
- ✓EU-hosted data centers ensure GDPR compliance
- ✓End-to-end encryption enhances email security
- ✓Ad-free experience eliminates distractions
- ✓Open-source client allows for customization
Things to Consider
- !Migration from Gmail can be time-consuming
- !Lacks integrated Google Meet access
- !Learning curve for new interface and features
Migration Overview
Depends on data size and complexity
Quick Steps
Create mailbox account and configure settings
Export and prepare data from Gmail
Import data, test integrations, and migrate users
Note: Unknown information regarding the ease of switching to mailbox
Other alternatives to Gmail
Ready to make the switch?
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