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    Kolab Now

    Secure email, calendar and collaboration (Kolab).

    CHSwitzerland·Founded 2013
    Headquarters
    🇨🇭Switzerland
    Data Hosting
    Switzerland
    Structure
    Independent
    Compliance
    ▣GDPR▦EU Data

    Kolab Now key facts

    Last updated
    Legal entity
    T/A Now GmbH
    Headquarters
    Switzerland (CH)
    Ownership
    Independent
    Founded
    2013
    Data hosting
    Switzerland
    Infrastructure
    Self-managed in Swiss data centers
    Deployment
    SaaS
    Open source
    No
    US Cloud Act exposure
    Low (no US parent)
    Certifications
    Swiss Bit MIA-S-002
    Replaces
    Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Zoho Workplace, Mailbox.org

    About Kolab Now

    KolabNow is a Swiss-based groupware and email service provider that prioritizes user privacy and data sovereignty. Operating under strict Swiss data protection laws, the service offers a comprehensive suite of collaboration tools including email, task management, shared calendars, and file storage. It is built entirely on the open-source Kolab platform, ensuring transparency and preventing vendor lock-in. The service is designed for both individuals and enterprises who require a secure alternative to 'Big Tech' advertising-driven models. KolabNow does not scan user content, show ads, or track metadata for third parties. By hosting all data exclusively in Zurich, Switzerland, it provides a high level of protection against foreign surveillance and jurisdictional overreach, making it a preferred choice for legal, financial, and privacy-conscious professionals.

    Alternative to

    Google WorkspaceMicrosoft 365Zoho WorkplaceMailbox.org

    Target Segments

    SMBEnterpriseOther

    Deployment Options

    SaaS

    Hosting & Security

    Infrastructure

    Self-managed in Swiss data centers

    Certifications
    Swiss Bit MIA-S-002

    Key Features

    Secure Email (IMAP/SMTP)
    Shared Calendars and Contacts (CalDAV/CardDAV)
    Cloud File Storage and Sharing
    Collaborative Notes and Journaling mission
    Mobile Sync via ActiveSync (Exchange-compatible)
    End-to-end encryption via OpenPGP integration
    Admin panel for user and domain management
    Full-text search in emails and attachments

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