Google Drive vs kDrive: Which Ensures Sync Security for You?
Discover how Switzerland's Infomaniak kDrive compares to Google Drive in sync security, and why EU privacy laws might offer you more peace of mind.
Should You Switch to Infomaniak kDrive?
Enhanced privacy with GDPR compliance and no Cloud Act exposure
Loss of some advanced collaboration and integration features
Switch for privacy; stay with Google for advanced collaboration
At a Glance
US data laws
GDPR protected
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Privacy & Compliance Comparison
Critical data sovereignty factors at a glance
| Criteria | Google Drive | Infomaniak kDrive |
|---|---|---|
Server Location | US, EU | Switzerland |
GDPR Compliance | Partial (SCCs) | Full |
Open Source | ||
E2E Encryption | Enterprise only | All plans |
Data Portability | Full export | Full export |
CLOUD Act Notice
Google Drive 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.
Google Drive
🇺🇸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
No certifications listed
Reasons to Switch
- ✓GDPR compliance ensures strict data protection
- ✓End-to-end encryption secures all stored files
- ✓EU-based servers offer data sovereignty
- ✓Secure links with expiration for shared files
Things to Consider
- !Migration from Google Drive can be time-consuming
- !Fewer third-party app integrations than Google
- !Learning curve for users familiar with Google Workspace
Migration Overview
Depends on data size and complexity
Quick Steps
Create Infomaniak kDrive account and configure settings
Export and prepare data from Google Drive
Import data, test integrations, and migrate users
Other alternatives to Google Drive
Ready to make the switch?
Start using Infomaniak kDrive today and take control of your data privacy.