OneDrive vs kDrive: Which Offers Superior Sharing Controls?
Discover if OneDrive's US features or Swiss-based kDrive's privacy focus delivers the best sharing controls for your needs. Make an informed choice today!
Should You Switch to Infomaniak kDrive?
Enhanced privacy, EU-based servers, end-to-end encryption
Lacks deep integration with Microsoft 365 apps
Switch if privacy is top priority; stay for Microsoft 365 integration
At a Glance
US data laws
GDPR protected
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Privacy & Compliance Comparison
Critical data sovereignty factors at a glance
| Criteria | OneDrive | Infomaniak kDrive |
|---|---|---|
Server Location | US, EU | Switzerland |
GDPR Compliance | Partial (SCCs) | Full |
Open Source | ||
E2E Encryption | Enterprise only | Optional |
Data Portability | Full export | Full export |
CLOUD Act Notice
OneDrive is a US company and must comply with CLOUD Act data requests, even for data stored in EU data centers. Infomaniak kDrive is not subject to US jurisdiction.
OneDrive
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Infomaniak kDrive
🇨🇭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
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Reasons to Switch
- ✓GDPR compliance ensures EU data protection standards.
- ✓Swiss data centers offer strong privacy laws.
- ✓End-to-end encryption enhances file security.
- ✓Green Hosting minimizes environmental impact.
Things to Consider
- !Migration from OneDrive may require manual effort.
- !Learning curve for new collaboration tools.
- !Limited integration with Microsoft 365 apps.
Migration Overview
Depends on data size and complexity
Quick Steps
Create Infomaniak kDrive account and configure settings
Export and prepare data from OneDrive
Import data, test integrations, and migrate users
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Ready to make the switch?
Start using Infomaniak kDrive today and take control of your data privacy.