Why many companies are choosing European Hosting

Stricter regulations

European laws and regulations around data management are becoming more and more strict. Hosting in Europe makes it easier to comply with the GDPR. As a European company, you're required to meet these standards, failing to do so can result in significant fines and reputational damage.

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Insight into where your data is stored

Knowing exactly where your data is located and which laws apply, has become a key concern for companies. By hosting on a European location, you gain more transparency and control. This is especially valuable during audits, such as those for ISO 27001 certification.

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Client and industry requirements

Also, the pressure from clients and specific sectors is growing. Many now explicitly require European hosting.

For example, since January 2025, the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) applies to organizations in the financial sector. This regulation has strict demands for IT security, incident response, risk assessment, and oversight of external IT providers such ascloud and hosting services.

To meet these obligations, many businesses in these sectors are turning to European hosting, this gives them the security they need.

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Local support, same timezone

Another important reason for choosing a European hosting provider is easy access to support.

If something goes wrong or you have a question, it’s much simpler to get help. Your provider is available during your working hours, this makes it easier to collaborate with.

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Is your data securely hosted?

‍A growing number of companies are moving their data to European servers. What about your organization? How important is data security to you?

We’re happy to help you set up a secure GitLab environment, hosted in Europe. Whether you prefer AWS, Digital Ocean, or 100% Dutch hosting via TransIP, it’s all possible.

Curious about what we can offer your organization? Feel free to contact us!

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