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6 Best European SaaS Alternatives to Google Workspace for GDPR-Conscious Teams
September 30, 2026

6 Best European SaaS Alternatives to Google Workspace for GDPR-Conscious Teams

Google Workspace falls under US jurisdiction wherever its servers happen to sit, which is a dealbreaker for some GDPR-conscious teams. Here are six European alternatives worth considering, and what to check before switching.

What Is a Data Processing Agreement (DPA), and How Do You Tell If Your Host Offers One?
September 30, 2026

What Is a Data Processing Agreement (DPA), and How Do You Tell If Your Host Offers One?

A Data Processing Agreement is the contract that actually makes GDPR-compliant hosting real, not just a marketing claim. Here's what a DPA covers, and how to check whether your host genuinely has one.

What Is the Digital Services Act (DSA), and Does It Apply to a Small Business's Website or App?
September 30, 2026

What Is the Digital Services Act (DSA), and Does It Apply to a Small Business's Website or App?

The Digital Services Act reshaped how online platforms handle content moderation and transparency across the EU. Here's what it actually requires, and whether a small business's website or app is even in scope.

What Is the EU Data Act, and What Does It Mean for Switching Hosting Providers?
September 30, 2026

What Is the EU Data Act, and What Does It Mean for Switching Hosting Providers?

The EU Data Act introduces new rights around switching cloud and hosting providers without excessive fees or friction. Here's what it actually changes, and what to check before relying on it.

5 Best European Countries for Data Sovereignty and Privacy-First Hosting
August 22, 2026

5 Best European Countries for Data Sovereignty and Privacy-First Hosting

Where your server is physically located affects which privacy laws actually protect your data. Here are five European countries worth considering for privacy-first hosting, and what to check before choosing one.

7 Best European VPS Hosting Providers
August 22, 2026

7 Best European VPS Hosting Providers

Picking a VPS provider in Europe means weighing location, resource guarantees, and support quality against price. Here are seven providers worth comparing, and a framework for deciding between them.

What Is DE-CIX, and How Does It Compare to AMS-IX?
August 22, 2026

What Is DE-CIX, and How Does It Compare to AMS-IX?

DE-CIX and AMS-IX are two of the world's largest internet exchanges. Here's what each one actually does, how they compare, and why it matters for your VPS's network performance.

What Changes When You Move From Traditional Web Hosting to Unmanaged VPS?
August 22, 2026

What Changes When You Move From Traditional Web Hosting to Unmanaged VPS?

Moving from traditional web hosting to an unmanaged VPS changes more than just your specs. Here's what actually shifts, for better and worse, and how to make the move without breaking anything.

7 Best cPanel Web Hosting Providers in 2026
July 25, 2026

7 Best cPanel Web Hosting Providers in 2026

A practical look at seven cPanel web hosting providers worth considering in 2026, what each is known for, and who each one fits best.