Europe needs Digital Sovereignty! –
cidaas the new superpower in IAM!
Because Identity should be European, not “somewhere across the atlantic ocean”!
With cidaas your data stays where it belongs: hosted and operated exclusively in European data centers in accordance with European law.
cidaas – Europe’s Identity Guardian 🏰
– built for Europe, hosted in Europe!
Data stays
in Europe
Your identity data doesn’t need a transatlantic flight. cidaas is hosted in Germany & Europe and subject to German & European law.
100% GDPR & eIDAS compliant, supporting NIS2 compliance
Because following the rules isn’t optional.
Zero Trust isn’t a feature – it’s an architecture
Only a secure, policy-driven system can enforce your rules and eliminate blind trust.
AI-powered fraud prevention, not surveillance
Smart, but not in a creepy way – Our AI watches for threats, not your toast.
What is Digital
Sovereignty?
Sovereignty is not where it’s hosted. It’s who’s in control.
Digital sovereignty in the context of IAM means retaining full control over identities, access, and personal data—while ensuring that sensitive information is managed according to your rules, not someone else’s jurisdiction.
With cidaas, digital sovereignty doesn’t mean going it alone. Our SaaS platform is developed, hosted, and operated entirely in Germany & Europe, under European law. This gives organizations the agility and scalability of a cloud solution—without compromising data residency, compliance (e.g. GDPR, NIS2), or independence. We deliver the infrastructure, but you define the policies, control the data, and decide who gets access—ensuring security and sovereignty go hand in hand.
Why Digital Sovereignty matters for IAM?
Identity & Access Management (IAM) is at the core of any digital infrastructure, defining who can access which systems and data. Without digital sovereignty, organizations risk losing control over sensitive identity data, which may be processed or stored outside their jurisdiction. A sovereign IAM solution like cidaas ensures secure identity management, data protection, and compliance with European regulations—providing full transparency and control over access to critical resources.
Who needs Digital Sovereignty?
Everyone who relies on digital infrastructure to run their business needs Digital Sovereignty!
Whether you’re a startup, a global enterprise, or a public institution—if your systems, identities, or sensitive data are managed in environments beyond your legal or technical control, you’re vulnerable.
Digital Sovereignty is not just about compliance—it’s about resilience. Imagine your data access being revoked overnight due to geopolitical tensions, a sudden change in foreign legislation, or a tech provider shutting down your services because of policy conflicts. Without sovereign infrastructure and clear jurisdictional boundaries, your business continuity, customer trust, and innovation are always at risk.
That’s why Digital Sovereignty isn’t optional anymore—it’s essential for anyone who values independence, legal certainty, and long-term control over their digital assets.
How can companies ensure
Digital Souvereignty in IAM?
What’s the point of compliance if you don’t control the system?
To achieve true Digital Sovereignty, organizations must choose an IAM solution that guarantees full control, regulatory compliance, and robust security—without reliance on non-European infrastructure or providers.
cidaas offers a sovereign, GDPR-compliant IAM platform developed and hosted in Europe, empowering organizations to retain full control over their identities, access policies, and sensitive data.
Data Residency and Jurisdiction: Hosted in the EU
Data Residency and Jurisdiction: Hosted in the EU
Your data should never leave the legal protection of European law. Sovereign IAM means hosting in EU-based data centers, operated by European companies, ensuring no exposure to extraterritorial regulations like the U.S. CLOUD Act.
Legal and Organizational Independence from Non-European Entities
Legal and Organizational Independence from Non-European Entities
Even if data is physically in Europe, ownership and corporate control matter. A subsidiary of a non-European tech giant may still be forced to comply with foreign intelligence or access requests.
Full Control Over Identities and Access Policies
Full Control Over Identities and Access Policies
Sovereignty means you define access, roles, and rules. A true IAM solution must empower organizations to control identity lifecycle, authentication flows, and consent—without vendor lock-in or black-box automation.
Compliance by Design (e.g., GDPR, NIS2, eIDAS)
Compliance by Design (e.g., GDPR, NIS2, eIDAS)
Regulatory compliance is a cornerstone of sovereignty. A sovereign IAM must support features like consent management, data minimization, data subject rights, and audit trails—baked into the platform.
Zero Trust & Security-First Architecture
Zero Trust & Security-First Architecture
Digital sovereignty is inseparable from security. Look for a provider that enables Zero Trust principles: strong authentication (e.g. MFA), fine-grained access controls, anomaly detection, and integration with your SIEM/SOC solution.
Transparency, Open Standards & Interoperability
Transparency, Open Standards & Interoperability
Avoid vendor lock-in. A sovereign IAM should be transparent, support open standards (OAuth2, OpenID Connect, SAML, SCIM), and integrate seamlessly with your exisiting IT landscape, regardless if it‘s on-premise, hybrid or cloud.
The Future of Identity is European –
Join the Movement!
📌 Don’t let your identity management be someone else’s business.
📌 Choose European. Choose cidaas!
By choosing cidaas, companies eliminate regulatory risks, strengthen digital sovereignty, and ensure full control over their IAM—while benefiting from an innovative, powerful and highly scalable identity platform.
FAQ
What risks do companies face without Digital Sovereignty?
Organizations risk losing control over sensitive identity data, facing legal non-compliance, and being vulnerable to external influence, such as foreign laws governing cloud providers. This can lead to data breaches, access control failures, and operational disruptions.
What are the benefits of a sovereign IAM solution?
A sovereign IAM solution like cidaas ensures:
✔ Full control over Identity & Access Management
✔ Compliance with European regulations (e.g., GDPR, NIS2)
✔ Enhanced security and protection against unauthorized access
✔ Reduced dependence on non-European cloud and tech providers
How does a lack of Digital Sovereignty impact data privacy?
If identity data is processed by non-sovereign IAM solutions, it may be subject to foreign jurisdiction, increasing the risk of data access requests by non-EU authorities. Sovereign IAM ensures that sensitive data stays protected under European data privacy laws.
How do I know if my current IAM solution is sovereign?
Check where your IAM provider stores and processes identity data and whether they comply with European data protection laws. If your IAM solution relies on non-EU infrastructure or is subject to foreign regulations, your organization may not have full control over its identity data.
