European GitLab Hosting
GDPR-compliant GitLab hosting with European data sovereignty
As a European company based in the Netherlands, our GitLab hosting partner GitLabHost is required by law to be fully GDPR compliant. This ensures your source code, data, and intellectual property are always handled with the highest standards of privacy and security under European jurisdiction.
Why European Hosting Matters#
Data Sovereignty#
European data sovereignty means your data remains under EU legal jurisdiction, protected by some of the world's strictest data protection laws. This is critical for:
- Regulatory Compliance: Meet GDPR, NIS2, and industry-specific requirements
- Legal Clarity: Clear legal framework for data handling and breach notification
- No Foreign Access: Protection from extraterritorial data requests (CLOUD Act, FISA)
- Audit Requirements: Simplified compliance audits with EU-based processors
GDPR Compliance#
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is one of the strictest data protection laws in the world. Working with a GDPR-compliant provider simplifies your compliance obligations.
| GDPR Requirement | How We Comply |
|---|---|
| Lawful Processing | Clear legal basis for all data processing |
| Data Minimization | Only collect and process necessary data |
| Storage Limitation | Defined retention periods with secure deletion |
| Security | Technical and organizational measures (ISO 27001) |
| Breach Notification | 72-hour notification procedures in place |
| Data Subject Rights | Processes for access, rectification, erasure requests |
| Data Processing Agreement | Standard contractual clauses available |
European Data Centers#
Deploy your GitLab instance in European locations with full data residency guarantees.
Available Regions#
| Location | Provider Options | Data Center Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam, Netherlands | DigitalOcean, TransIP | Tier III+ |
| Frankfurt, Germany | AWS, DigitalOcean | Tier III+ |
| London, UK | AWS, DigitalOcean | Tier III+ |
100% European Supply Chain#
For organizations requiring a fully European supply chain, we offer hosting exclusively through TransIP, a Dutch provider. This ensures:
- Dutch company ownership
- Dutch data center locations
- Dutch support team
- No US cloud provider dependencies
Compliance Certifications#
ISO 27001:2022#
ISO 27001 is a widely recognized cybersecurity framework providing a systematic approach to managing and protecting sensitive information.
Scope includes:
- Information security policies
- Asset management
- Access control
- Cryptography
- Physical and environmental security
- Operations security
- Communications security
- Supplier relationships
- Incident management
- Business continuity
TISAX (Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange)#
TISAX is a cybersecurity framework specifically designed for the automotive industry. Our Level 2 (Advanced Protection) certification is required by major automotive manufacturers.
Required by:
- Volkswagen Group (VW, Audi, Porsche, SEAT, Škoda)
- BMW Group
- Mercedes-Benz
- Continental
- Bosch
- ZF Friedrichshafen
Level 2 covers:
- High protection needs for sensitive information
- Intellectual property protection
- Confidential project data
- Prototype information
Data Protection Measures#
Encryption#
| Layer | Method |
|---|---|
| Data at Rest | AES-256 encryption |
| Data in Transit | TLS 1.3 |
| Backups | Encrypted before transfer, stored encrypted |
| Keys | Hardware Security Modules (HSM) |
Physical Security#
- European Tier III+ data centers
- 24/7 security personnel
- Biometric access controls
- CCTV monitoring
- Environmental controls (fire, flood, temperature)
Network Security#
- Dedicated firewalls per instance
- DDoS protection
- Rate limiting
- Intrusion detection systems
- Regular penetration testing
Backup & Disaster Recovery#
All backups remain within European jurisdiction:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Frequency | Nightly incremental backups |
| Retention | 14 days standard, extended available |
| Storage | Off-site in the Netherlands |
| Encryption | AES-256 encrypted |
| Recovery | Point-in-time recovery available |
| Testing | Regular restore testing |
Compliance Documentation#
We provide all documentation needed for your compliance requirements:
- Data Processing Agreement (DPA): Standard contractual clauses for GDPR
- Technical and Organizational Measures (TOMs): Detailed security measures document
- ISO 27001 Certificate: Current certification document
- TISAX Certificate: Assessment results and scope
- Penetration Test Reports: Available under NDA
- SOC 2 Type II: Available upon request
Industries We Serve#
European GitLab hosting is particularly important for:
Automotive#
TISAX certification required for supplier relationships with European OEMs. Our customers include Porsche, Hella, and other major automotive companies.
Financial Services#
GDPR and financial regulations (PSD2, MiFID II) require EU data residency for many workloads.
Healthcare#
Medical device software and healthcare data require strict compliance with GDPR and MDR.
Government & Public Sector#
European Commission and government agencies require EU-only data processing.
Defense & Aerospace#
ITAR and export control requirements often mandate European-only processing.
Getting Started#
Need GDPR-compliant GitLab hosting with European data sovereignty? Contact us to discuss your compliance requirements.
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