Google, Amazon, Facebook, Apple, Microsoft... Big Tech dominates our digital lives. But at what cost? Your personal data, emails, and documents are analyzed, monetized, and stored in data centers subject to American laws. In 2026, the question is no longer IF you should take back control of your data, but HOW. The answer comes down to one word: Infomaniak.
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Big Tech: A Business Model Built on Your Data
If the service is free, you are the product. This saying has never been truer than with America\'s tech giants.
What Big Tech Knows About You
- Google – Your searches, movements (Google Maps), emails (Gmail), documents (Drive), browsing habits (Chrome)
- Microsoft – Your documents (OneDrive, Office 365), professional communications (Teams), operating system (Windows)
- Amazon – Your purchases, preferences, voice (Alexa), business data (AWS)
- Meta – Your social relationships, political opinions, photos, private messages
This data is cross-referenced, analyzed by artificial intelligence algorithms, and used for advertising targeting. Worse still: it\'s stored in the United States, under American jurisdiction.
The Cloud Act: Your Data at the Mercy of US Authorities
Adopted in 2018, the Cloud Act (Clarifying Lawful Overseas Use of Data Act) allows US authorities to access data stored by American companies, even if that data is hosted in Europe.
What This Means in Practice
- Your professional emails on Gmail or Outlook can be accessed by the FBI or NSA
- Your documents on Google Drive or OneDrive are not safe
- The American company is not required to inform you
- Server-side encryption doesn\'t protect you: the company holds the keys
For European businesses, this is a real problem for GDPR compliance and trade secrets. How can you guarantee the confidentiality of your client data if a foreign jurisdiction can access it?
GDPR vs US Legislation: A Fundamental Incompatibility
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) imposes strict rules on companies processing data of European citizens:
- Explicit consent for data collection
- Right to be forgotten and data portability
- Purpose limitation: data can only be used for the stated purpose
- Regulated transfers outside the EU: equivalent safeguards required
However, American laws (Cloud Act, FISA 702, Executive Order 12333) are fundamentally incompatible with these principles. The EU Court of Justice confirmed this by successively invalidating Safe Harbor (2015) and then Privacy Shield (2020).
Real Legal Risk
By using Big Tech services for personal data of European clients, you expose yourself to CNIL sanctions of up to 4% of your global annual turnover.
Infomaniak: The Sovereign Swiss Alternative
Founded in 1994 in Geneva, Infomaniak is the largest independent Swiss hosting provider. Unlike Big Tech, its business model is based on quality paid services, not on exploiting your data.
Why Switzerland?
- Legendary neutrality – No Cloud Act, no FISA
- Federal Data Protection Act (FADP) – One of the strictest in the world
- Digital banking secrecy – A tradition of confidentiality applied to the digital world
- GDPR adequacy – The European Commission recognizes Switzerland as offering an adequate level of protection
Infomaniak\'s Guarantees
Privacy Commitment
- 100% of data in Switzerland – No transfers to third countries
- No data resale – Never, it\'s in their DNA
- No advertising tracking – Your activity doesn\'t follow you
- End-to-end encryption – Available on several services
- Security audits – ISO 27001 certifications, certified data center
Replacing Each Big Tech Service
Infomaniak offers an alternative to almost every service from the American giants. Here\'s how to migrate:
| Big Tech Service | Infomaniak Alternative | Advantages |
|---|---|---|
| Gmail / Outlook | kSuite Mail | Ad-free professional email, calendar, contacts |
| Google Drive / OneDrive | kDrive | 15 GB free, collaborative editing |
| Google Workspace / Microsoft 365 | kSuite | Complete office suite, video conferencing |
| Google Meet / Teams / Zoom | kMeet | Unlimited video calls, up to 100 participants |
| Google Docs / Word Online | kDrive Docs | Real-time editing, export all formats |
| AWS / Azure / GCP | Jelastic Cloud / VPS | Flexible hosting, local language support |
| Backblaze / iCloud | Swiss Backup | Encrypted multi-device backup |
5 Good Reasons to Switch to Infomaniak
1. Protect Your Privacy
Your emails, documents, and personal data remain private. Period. Infomaniak doesn\'t scan your content, doesn\'t profile your habits, and doesn\'t sell anything to third parties.
2. Comply with GDPR Effortlessly
By hosting your data with Infomaniak, you\'re automatically compliant with EU data transfer requirements. No complex contractual clauses, no legal risk.
3. Support the Local Economy
Choosing Infomaniak means supporting an independent European company with 200+ employees. Your money doesn\'t go to Californian shareholders or tax havens.
4. Act for the Environment
Environmental Commitment
- 100% renewable energy – Data centers powered by Swiss hydroelectricity
- 200% carbon offset – Infomaniak offsets double its emissions
- Natural cooling – Alpine air for servers, no polluting air conditioning
- Extended server lifespan – No planned obsolescence
5. Benefit from Human Support
No more bots and endless FAQs. Infomaniak offers phone and email support with real people based in Switzerland. Guaranteed response time.
How to Actually Migrate?
Leaving Big Tech may seem daunting, but Infomaniak makes each step easy:
Step 1: Migrate Your Emails
The built-in migration tool automatically transfers your emails from Gmail, Outlook, or any IMAP server. Complete history, preserved folders, zero data loss.
Step 2: Transfer Your Files
kDrive offers direct import from Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive. Just a few clicks to bring back years of documents.
Step 3: Configure Your Devices
Native apps for Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, and Android. Synchronization is seamless, just like your old services.
Step 4: Inform Your Contacts
Set up an auto-reply on your old address for a few months. Your contacts will naturally adapt.
Need Help Migrating?
InfoSwitch helps businesses and freelancers transition to Infomaniak. From the initial audit to team training, we handle everything.
Testimonial: An SMB That Made the Switch
"We had been using Google Workspace for 10 years. The day a client asked us for a GDPR compliance certificate for our tools, we realized we couldn\'t provide one. The migration to kSuite took us 2 weeks, and now we have peace of mind. Bonus: we save 30% on our monthly bill."
The Cost of Digital Sovereignty
Contrary to popular belief, Infomaniak alternatives are not more expensive than Big Tech. Often, it\'s the opposite:
- kDrive: 2 TB at €5.54/month (vs €9.99 at Google)
- kSuite: Complete suite starting at €5.87/user/month
- My kSuite: Free individual plan with 15 GB of storage
The real cost is doing nothing: legal risk, technological dependence, and questionable ethics.
FAQ: Your Questions About Leaving Big Tech
Is it really necessary for individuals?
Yes. Your personal data has value and deserves protection. It\'s also a matter of principle: voting with your wallet for a more ethical internet.
What if my team resists change?
Infomaniak\'s interfaces are modern and intuitive. Most users adapt within a few days. The hardest part is making the decision, not implementing it.
Can I migrate gradually?
Absolutely. Start with one service (email, for example), then expand gradually. This is actually recommended to spread the transition effort.
Conclusion: The Time to Act Is Now
Every day spent with Big Tech is another day your data is being analyzed, monetized, and exposed to foreign jurisdictions. The good news: alternatives exist, they\'re mature, affordable, and often better.
Infomaniak offers a complete ecosystem to take back control of your digital life. Email, storage, collaboration, video conferencing: it\'s all there. And with Swiss hosting, you get the guarantee of real confidentiality, not just a marketing promise.
Digital sovereignty is no longer a luxury, it\'s a necessity. Take the first step.
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