Private Internet Access (PIA) alternatives compared
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| Service | Headquarters | Data hosting | EU data residency | Low Cloud Act exposure | Open source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surfshark | Netherlands | EU (any EU region) | Yes | Yes | No |
Frequently asked questions about Private Internet Access (PIA) alternatives
What are the best EU alternatives to Private Internet Access (PIA)?+
The EU Alternatives Directory lists 1 European alternatives to Private Internet Access (PIA), including Surfshark. Each one is checked for European headquarters and data protection practices.
Why switch from Private Internet Access (PIA) to an EU alternative?+
An EU-based alternative keeps your data under European jurisdiction and GDPR. It reduces exposure to the US Cloud Act and foreign data access laws.
Are EU alternatives to Private Internet Access (PIA) as good?+
Many EU alternatives to Private Internet Access (PIA) offer comparable features, with the added benefit of European data residency and digital sovereignty.
How are these Private Internet Access (PIA) alternatives verified?+
We check the legal entity, country of headquarters and hosting locations. Only providers based in the EU, EEA, UK, Switzerland or Ukraine are listed.