Nextcloud and IONOS have announced a collaboration to launch Nextcloud Workspace, a comprehensive, GDPR-compliant alternative to Microsoft 365, set to debut in 2025. This initiative aims to provide European organisations with a secure, open-source office suite that ensures full data sovereignty.
Key Features of Nextcloud Workspace:
- Integrated Collaboration Tools: Includes file storage and sharing, document editing, email, calendaring, video conferencing, chat, and AI-powered productivity features.
- GDPR Compliance: Designed to meet stringent data protection requirements, ensuring user data remains within European jurisdiction.
- European Hosting: Services will be hosted exclusively in Germany by IONOS, Europe’s largest cloud and hosting provider, to mitigate exposure to non-EU legal frameworks.
This partnership underscores a growing demand for digital sovereignty and offers a viable, secure alternative for organisations seeking to move away from US-based cloud services.