Netflix vs Viaplay: Is EU's Streaming More Secure?
Explore how Viaplay's EU-based data policies stack up against Netflix's US approach, and why it might matter for your online safety.
Should You Switch to Viaplay?
Gain live sports, EU data protection, kid-friendly content
Lose global content library, simultaneous streaming
Switch if you value privacy and live sports; stay for global content
At a Glance
US data laws
GDPR protected
Netflix
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Viaplay
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Privacy & Compliance Comparison
Critical data sovereignty factors at a glance
| Criteria | Netflix | Viaplay |
|---|---|---|
Server Location | US (AWS), EU (optional) | EU |
GDPR Compliance | Partial (SCCs) | Full |
Open Source | ||
E2E Encryption | Optional | |
Data Portability | Partial | Full export |
CLOUD Act Notice
Netflix is a US company and must comply with CLOUD Act data requests, even for data stored in EU data centers. Viaplay is not subject to US jurisdiction.
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Viaplay
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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
- ✓Live sports streaming not available on Netflix
- ✓GDPR compliance ensures EU data privacy
- ✓Subtitles and dubbing for diverse languages
- ✓EU-hosted servers for faster local access
Things to Consider
- !Limited original content compared to Netflix
- !Learning curve for new interface and features
- !Migration may lose Netflix viewing history
Migration Overview
Depends on data size and complexity
Quick Steps
Create Viaplay account and configure settings
Export and prepare data from Netflix
Import data, test integrations, and migrate users
Note: Unknown information on the ease of switching between services
Other alternatives to Netflix
Ready to make the switch?
Start using Viaplay today and take control of your data privacy.