BigSwitch

BigSwitch is a community-driven directory focused on European alternatives to Big Tech. It promotes digital sovereignty by highlighting GDPR-compliant, EU-owned, and often open-source tools.

When to use it

• When seeking tech providers that operate under European jurisdiction and GDPR.
• When digital sovereignty and local data residency are priority requirements.
• For finding alternatives to dominant US-based SaaS platforms.

Key Features

• EU-Centric: Focuses exclusively on European technology companies and services.
• GDPR Compliance: Highlights tools that prioritize European data protection standards.
• Community-Curated: A directory built and maintained by contributors focused on digital sovereignty.
• Open Search: Provides a searchable index of alternatives across various categories (Cloud, Productivity, Communication, etc.).

Getting started

Visit bigswitch.eu to browse the directory and discover European alternatives for your tech stack.

Related tools / concepts

• Digital Sovereignty
• GDPR Compliance

Sources / References

• Official Website
• GitHub (Meta/Community)

Contribution Metadata

• Last reviewed: 2026-03-09
• Confidence: medium