Design Tools
2 EU-headquartered design tools companies on EU Alts — including Linearity and Penpot. Every listed provider is founded or based in Europe, giving you a GDPR-compliant design tools option that is not subject to the US CLOUD Act.
LinearityVector illustration and animation app for Mac and iPad — a Swiss alternative to Adobe Illustrator.
PenpotOpen-source design and prototyping platform — a European alternative to Figma.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best EU-built Design Tools tools?
EU Alts lists 2 EU-headquartered Design Tools companies — including Linearity and Penpot. All are founded or based in Europe (from Spain and Switzerland), giving you GDPR-compliant alternatives to US Design Tools software with data stored within EU jurisdiction.
Which Design Tools startups should I shortlist first?
Three picks worth shortlisting first: Linearity (Switzerland) — Vector illustration and animation app for Mac and iPad — a Swiss alternative to Adobe Illustrator.; Penpot (Spain) — Open-source design and prototyping platform — a European alternative to Figma..
Are Design Tools tools from EU companies GDPR-compliant?
EU-headquartered Design Tools providers are subject to the GDPR by default and cannot be compelled to hand over your data under the US CLOUD Act. The Design Tools startups on this page are based from Spain and Switzerland, all within EU jurisdiction, which makes them a safer default for European businesses handling personal data.
How do I switch to a GDPR-compliant Design Tools alternative?
Start by identifying which EU-based Design Tools tools match your feature requirements from the list above. Most EU providers offer free trials and data migration guides to help you move from US-based incumbents. For a Design Tools switch specifically, check what data export formats your current tool supports and whether the EU alternative offers an importer.