Why Europe Should Take Back Control of the Cloud – Starting with Strife CMS
With the world growing more unstable, Europe is starting to see a big problem: our digital tools and data are mostly controlled by companies outside of Europe — especially in the United States. Many of our websites, public services, and apps run on American cloud platforms like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud.
This raises some serious questions. What if we suddenly lose access to these services because of a political conflict? What if these platforms must follow U.S. laws, even if that goes against European privacy rules? Experts in tech and security now say that Europe needs to take digital independence more seriously — not just for convenience, but for safety.
Don’t Move Everything — Just Start Small with Your CMS
Of course, we don’t need to stop using AWS or Azure right away. That would be a big change. A smarter first step is to move parts of your setup that are easier to switch — like your CMS.
A CMS (Content Management System) is the software that runs your website or intranet. It's the tool you use to publish news, upload files, or manage content. And it’s one of the easiest parts of your digital stack to migrate to a more local, secure platform.
Why Strife CMS Is a Smart Move
Strife CMS is built to make this kind of switch easy. It’s simple to use, flexible, and doesn’t depend on any specific cloud provider. That means you can host it wherever you want — and still get a fast, modern CMS that meets your needs.
Even better, Strife CMS runs on Hetzner, a well-known European cloud provider. Hetzner hosts everything in the EU and follows strict privacy rules. This gives you better protection under GDPR and helps prepare for the new EU cybersecurity law called NIS2.
Save Money and Stay in Control
Hosting your CMS on Hetzner isn’t just safer — it’s often cheaper too. You get clear prices, no hidden fees, and good performance. For many organizations, this means better control over both your data and your budget.
European Options Are Ready to Go
Strife CMS is not some new idea — it’s already a full-featured platform that works well for companies and public services. It offers strong security, modern tools, and a great developer experience. Hosting it on Hetzner keeps your data in Europe, encrypted and protected from foreign laws.
Using European services like Strife CMS also supports local tech companies and innovation. It’s not just about safety — it’s about building a stronger, more independent digital Europe.
Take the First Step with Strife CMS
It’s time to ask: where is our data, and who controls it? Moving your CMS to Strife on Hetzner is a simple step with big impact. It helps you cut risks, lower costs, and support digital freedom in Europe.
We have the tools. Now we just need to start using them.