Linux Mint

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Ireland · Est. 2006 · Replaces Windows

GDPR CompliantEU DataOpen SourceFreeHigh TrustIndependently audited or officially GDPR-certified

Easy-to-use Linux desktop. Familiar interface for Windows switchers.

European Privacy Score

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Good

Ø Operating Systems: 8787 / 100

PrivacyData handling & encryption

FeaturesFunctionality & completeness

InfraUptime & EU data storage

UXEase of use

CostValue for money

Why Linux Mint instead of Windows?

Linux Mint is a GDPR-compliant, Ireland-based alternative to Windows that keeps your data in Europe. With a privacy score of 92/100, it is fully open-source and stores data on EU infrastructure.

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Quick Facts

Country: 🇮🇪Ireland
Founded: 2006
Pricing: Free
Open Source: Yes
EU Data: Yes
GDPR: Compliant
Trust: High Trust
Replaces: Windows
Category: Operating Systems

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