A European cloud platform
STACKIT is a cloud platform from Europe, built by Schwarz Group, the German company behind the Lidl and Kaufland retail chains. It is designed to comply with the GDPR, the EU's data protection law. STACKIT targets companies that care about data sovereignty, want to know exactly where their data lives, and are looking for an alternative to US providers. What is behind it, and who should consider switching?
What is STACKIT Cloud?
STACKIT is the cloud and colocation provider of Schwarz Group, the largest retail group in Europe. It was originally built to run the group's own IT. Today it is also available to outside companies. STACKIT operates data centers in Germany and Austria, so your data is stored and processed only within the EU.
For companies, that means more control over their data and short lines to support and infrastructure. STACKIT is an alternative to large hyperscalers such as AWS or Azure that still lets you scale and choose the services you need.
"STACKIT is a European cloud built for companies that need to keep their data under their own control."
STACKIT at a glance
Company
Part of Schwarz Group
Locations
Germany and Austria
Certifications
ISO 27001, GDPR-compliant
Target customers
Companies of all sizes
Benefits of STACKIT Cloud for mid-sized companies
- Data sovereignty and security: ISO 27001 certified, GDPR-compliant data centers in Germany and Austria
- Flexibility and scalability: A broad range of cloud services you can combine to fit your needs
- Transparent pricing: Straightforward cost estimates with the STACKIT pricing calculator
- Technology partnerships: Cooperation with established technology vendors
STACKIT Cloud services and use cases
STACKIT offers cloud services for a wide range of business requirements:
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
- Virtual machines
- Storage
- Networking
Platform as a Service (PaaS)
- Development platforms
- Managed databases
- Security services
Rough cost estimate
Move the sliders to get a ballpark figure for a cloud setup. This is a simplified example, not STACKIT's price list. For actual prices, use the official STACKIT pricing calculator.
Estimated monthly cost:
€130.00
* Non-binding example estimate
Conclusion: Is STACKIT Cloud the right choice for your company?
If your data has to stay in the EU, the choice of cloud provider is a business decision, not just a technical one. STACKIT combines the financial backing and operating experience of Schwarz Group with current cloud technology and strict security standards. That makes it a strong option for companies that need data sovereignty, flexibility and transparent pricing.
