RGPD in action: why your photos are better protected in France
By the Archibou team
Since the GDPR came into effect in 2018, data privacy concerns have been at the center of debate. But what does this regulation actually mean for your family photos?
GDPR gives you control over your personal data
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requires companies to:
- Give you control over your data
- Not use them without your consent
- Respect your right to erasure
- Ensure transfer security
Why hosting in France makes all the difference
Storing your photos with an American giant exposes your data to the Cloud Act: a law allowing US intelligence services to access your data stored abroad.
With Archibou: - Your files are hosted in France, by OVH - Under French and European jurisdiction - No US government access possible - HTTPS encryption + at-rest encryption
The Archibou vs Google Photos difference
Google Photos applies automatic compression since 2021. Even with "Storage saver", your photos lose definition.
Archibou: - Keeps your files in original format - No AI analysis for facial recognition - No data resale to third parties - Guaranteed and respected right to erasure
What we concretely do
- Minimization: we only collect the necessary email
- Transparency: no cookie banners, no tracking
- Security: SSL certificates, AES-256 encryption
- Portability: open WebDAV protocols to export
Conclusion
For privacy-conscious families, GDPR is not just text: it's the guarantee that your memories stay French. Archibou is this concrete guarantee.