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Secure EU Hosting
Designed for data protection within the EU legal framework.
Legal certainty for online projects in EU countries places high demands on store and website operators. At Smarda, your websites and online stores are physically hosted in the EU. This automatically eliminates the typical GDPR issues associated with managing data outside the EU.
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A solid foundation. Clear responsibilities.
EU hosting is the first step. Data protection is part of it.
A hosting location in the EU is an important building block. However, it does not automatically make a website GDPR-compliant. What also matters is what data you collect and which services you integrate.
Grant access deliberately
Not everyone on your team needs access to every area. Use Smarda's user permissions and grant access only to the areas required for each task.
Consider external services
Analytics tools, videos, or marketing integrations may transfer data to other providers. Review these services independently of your website hosting and account for any required consent.
Keep legal texts up to date
Smarda supports you with privacy policies and legal texts. Your information and the services you use must still match your actual project. Automated texts are no substitute for individual legal advice.
Hosting in the EU
Your project runs on the Smarda cloud system in the European Union. You don't need your own server or a separate installation of website or store software.
Updates without the hassle
Smarda is updated centrally. You don't have to download and install new system versions yourself or coordinate between individual plugin providers.
Maintenance is included
Your website, catalog, shopping cart, and checkout are all part of the same system. Smarda handles the platform's technical maintenance, so it isn't on your daily to-do list.
Backups included
Backups are part of the Smarda cloud system. If your project has specific backup or recovery requirements, discuss the details with the Smarda team in advance.
Questions about hosting?
No. Your Smarda website and store are hosted as part of the cloud system. You don't need to rent separate web hosting or run your own server.
Smarda keeps the platform up to date centrally. You work in your browser and don't have to install system updates yourself. You remain responsible for your content, settings, and any external services you integrate yourself.
Yes. You can connect an existing domain to Smarda or order a new domain through Smarda. During the connection process, the backend guides you through the setup. The SSL certificate is created automatically after successful DNS authorization.
Yes, backups are part of the Smarda cloud system. You should coordinate any specific requirements for backup intervals, retention, or recovery with the Smarda team before getting started.
No. EU hosting is one building block, not a blanket legal guarantee. Your content, forms, external services, consent, and legal texts must also be appropriate for your project.