What does digital sovereignty mean for email?

Digital sovereignty means retaining full control over your data, communication and infrastructure. eclipso Mail Europe processes all data exclusively in Germany, is fully GDPR-compliant, and is not subject to the US Cloud Act.

Why should I choose a sovereign email provider?

Sovereign email ensures privacy, legal certainty and independence from foreign jurisdictions. eclipso Mail Europe offers native OpenPGP encryption, no tracking, no profiling and no advertising in paid plans.

Is OpenPGP encryption really free at eclipso?

Yes, OpenPGP encryption is included in all plans. You can generate your key pair in four simple steps using our setup assistant - without additional cost.

How do I migrate to eclipso Mail Europe?

Create a free account, import your emails via IMAP, transfer contacts and calendars, activate OpenPGP, and start communicating securely. No software installation required.

Are all eclipso servers located in Germany?

Yes, all servers are located exclusively in Germany. This ensures full GDPR compliance, a clear legal framework and protection from third-country access.

Digital Sovereignty for Your Email Communication

eclipso Mail Europe is the independent email service from Germany with native OpenPGP encryption, servers located exclusively in Germany, and a firm commitment to digital sovereignty.

100% GDPR-compliant - data processing exclusively in Germany
Independent from the US Cloud Act - no transfers to third countries
Native OpenPGP encryption - true end-to-end security
Ad-free in Connect, Premium & Business* - no profiling, no tracking

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Digital Sovereignty with eclipso Mail Europe

What is Digital Sovereignty?

Digital sovereignty means retaining control over your data, infrastructure and digital communication - independent from non-European legal jurisdictions and business models.

European Legal Framework

Data processing under GDPR and German data protection law. No submission to the US Cloud Act or other extraterritorial access regimes.

Control Over Your Data

No profiling, no content analysis, no third-party sharing. Your communication remains yours - not a commodity for advertising platforms.

Independent Infrastructure

Servers located exclusively in Germany, operated by a European provider - no dependency on US tech giants or their ecosystems.

Why Digital Sovereignty Matters for Email

Email is the backbone of digital communication for citizens, businesses and public institutions. Using non-sovereign services risks control, confidentiality and legal compliance.

Legal Certainty & Compliance

GDPR-compliant email infrastructure with servers in Germany. No conflict between EU law and foreign legislation, no extraterritorial access.

Protection from Surveillance & Profiling

No ads, no tracking*, no algorithmic analysis of your content. Emails remain a communication tool - not raw material for advertising profiles.

Confidentiality of Sensitive Communication

Native OpenPGP encryption provides real end-to-end security - suitable for citizens, businesses, law firms, medical practices and public authorities.

Strategic Independence

No lock-in to a single big-tech ecosystem. Open standards, open protocols and full interoperability with existing systems.

OpenPGP - The Key Technology for Digital Sovereignty

Native OpenPGP integration - no plugins, no hassle, built directly into the mailbox.

Key management directly in the mailbox - no external software required
Automatic encryption and decryption - secure communication without extra steps
No technical expertise required - a setup assistant guides you step by step
Compatible with major clients - Thunderbird, Outlook, K-9 Mail and more
Secure communication with any PGP recipient worldwide

Your messages remain private - even to us.

How eclipso Guarantees Digital Sovereignty

eclipso Mail Europe combines technical security, legal compliance and independent infrastructure into a sovereign communication platform.

Servers Located Exclusively in Germany

All data is processed in German data centers. No outsourcing to third countries, no hidden cloud partners outside the EU.

No Ads, No Tracking*

Ad-free experience in Connect, Premium and Business. No profiling, no content analysis, no hidden trackers.

Native OpenPGP Encryption

End-to-end encryption built into the system - no plugins, no external services, no dependency on third parties.

Integrated Communication Platform

Beyond email: calendar, tasks, notes, cloud storage, address book, fax and letter services - all under one sovereign roof.

Digital Sovereignty: eclipso Mail Europe vs Big-Tech Email

Direct comparison of key sovereignty attributes.

Attribute	eclipso Mail Europe	Typical US-based Email Services
Server location	Germany	Often USA / globally distributed
GDPR compliance	Full	Limited / depends on SCCs
Independence from US Cloud Act	Yes	No
Native OpenPGP	Integrated	Only via external tools
Advertising	None in Premium*	Often yes
Tracking & profiling	No	Often part of the business model
Content analysis	No	Often used for personalization & security
European provider	Yes	No

Digital Sovereignty for Individuals & Organizations

Individuals

✓ Protect your digital identity
✓ Ad-free mailbox *
✓ No third-party profiling
✓ Easy end-to-end encryption
✓ Maximum privacy for personal communication

Organizations & Institutions

✓ GDPR-compliant email infrastructure
✓ Sovereign communication with customers, partners & authorities
✓ OpenPGP for internal & external communication
✓ European servers & clear legal framework
✓ Optional: premium support & SLA

Switch to Sovereignty - in Minutes

Moving from non-sovereign email services to eclipso Mail Europe is simple and straightforward.

1Create an account

Set up your free eclipso account in seconds.

2Import emails

Import your emails via IMAP or use our migration service to move messages automatically.

3Transfer contacts & calendars

Import contacts via .vcf and calendar data in .ics format.

4Enable OpenPGP

Activate encryption in four steps with our setup assistant.

5Communicate sovereignly

Send and receive encrypted, sovereign emails immediately.

No software installation required.

Frequently Asked Questions about Digital Sovereignty

Yes. OpenPGP encryption is included in all eclipso Mail Europe plans. Generate your key pair in four steps with our setup assistant - no extra costs, no hidden fees.

Yes. eclipso Mail Europe is fully GDPR-compliant. Data processing takes place exclusively in Germany. We do not share data with third parties and do not subject your data to US laws such as the Cloud Act.

No. In our paid plans (Connect, Premium and Business) we refrain from advertising, tracking and profiling. Your emails are not used to build user profiles or for personalized advertising.

All eclipso servers are located exclusively in Germany. This ensures full compliance with German data protection laws and the GDPR, and provides a clear legal framework without third-country access.

Yes. eclipso Mail Europe is fully compatible with popular email clients such as Thunderbird. You can use OpenPGP both in Thunderbird and in eclipso Webmail. Your private key can be imported and managed in both applications.

Digital Sovereignty for Your Email - Switch Now

If you value privacy, security, independence and true digital sovereignty, eclipso Mail Europe is the clear choice.

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Notes

* Ad-free experience, tracking-free operation and the absence of profiling apply to the paid plans Connect, Premium and Business.

The terms "digital sovereignty" and "data sovereignty" are used differently across policy, industry and civil society. eclipso Mail Europe defines digital sovereignty as the combination of technical security, legal compliance and independent infrastructure.

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