UnionStack vs Google Workspace
Enterprise collaboration without the advertising giant's data practices. European sovereignty by design.
Request a Comparison BriefProductivity & Collaboration
| Feature | Google Workspace | UnionStack |
|---|---|---|
| Email & Calendar | Gmail / Google Calendar | UnionStack Mail |
| Document Editing | Google Docs / Sheets / Slides | UnionStack Docs |
| Video Conferencing | Google Meet | UnionStack Meet |
| Team Messaging | Google Chat / Spaces | UnionStack Chat |
| File Storage | Google Drive | UnionStack Drive |
| Endpoint Management | Limited (Chrome Enterprise) | Full MDM/UEM |
Security & Compliance
| Feature | Google Workspace | UnionStack |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Threat Protection | Google Workspace Security | UnionStack Shield |
| Data Loss Prevention | Google DLP | UnionStack DLP |
| MFA / SSO | Google Identity | UnionStack Identity |
| Customer-Managed Encryption (CMEK) | Available (enterprise tier) | Included in all plans |
| Client-Side Encryption | Beta / Enterprise Plus only | Available |
| Audit Logging | Google Workspace Audit | UnionStack Audit |
Data Sovereignty
| Feature | Google Workspace | UnionStack |
|---|---|---|
| Data stored exclusively in EU | Data regions available | Guaranteed |
| No CLOUD Act exposure | No — Alphabet Inc. is US-HQ | Yes — German GmbH |
| No FISA 702 obligations | No — Subject to FISA | Yes — EU law only |
| EU-only staff access | No — Global SRE team | Yes — All staff EU-based |
| No US parent company | No — Alphabet Inc. (US) | Yes — Independent GmbH |
| No ad-related data processing | Enterprise: no ads, but shared infra | Completely separate infrastructure |
| Sovereignty audit reports | Not available | Quarterly reports |
Why Choose UnionStack Over Google
Beyond Data Regions
Google's data region feature controls where data is stored at rest, but doesn't prevent US-based engineers from accessing it for support or maintenance. UnionStack ensures EU-only access by architecture.
No Advertising Infrastructure
While Google Workspace enterprise accounts don't show ads, the underlying infrastructure is shared with Google's advertising business. UnionStack operates completely independent infrastructure with no advertising-related data processing.
Full Endpoint Management
Google's endpoint management is primarily focused on Chrome OS and Android. UnionStack provides full unified endpoint management across Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.
Straightforward Migration
Our migration tools handle Gmail, Google Drive, Calendar, and Contacts transfer automatically. Most organisations complete the migration in 6-8 weeks with dedicated support.
Ready to Take Back Control of Your Data?
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