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How do companies comply with GDPR guidelines? And why secure file transfer is essential in this
To comply with GDPR guidelines, a privacy statement or secure tool is not enough. Companies must process personal data lawfully, respect privacy rights, take appropriate security measures, manage data breaches and be able to demonstrate that they have their processes in order. The Personal Data Authority lists foundations, privacy rights, security, DPIAs in high-risk situations and accountability among the core components of AVG compliance.

Proving compliance without complexity: interview with Hennie Jansen, CCO of Msafe
Following our Compliance Summit, ITinsight conducted an interview with Hennie Jansen, Msafe’s CCO. The theme is provable compliance without complexity. Hennie Jansen indicates that it is not a slogan. “It’s a way to bring security, compliance and business closer together. And organizations that get that right in 2026 are building not only better audits, but also more trust, more control and more operational peace of mind.”

KPMG study: why compliance in 2026 calls for Secure File Sharing
Why is a Secure File Sharing solution indispensable in a good compliance policy? KPMG says in essence, organizations are facing more compliance pressures, increased privacy and cybersecurity requirements, and a growing need for monitoring, reporting and control. Our Msafe Secure File Transfer solution is perfect for an environment where sensitive files are exchanged encrypted, access-controlled and fully traceable.

Automate secure file sharing with the Msafe API
More and more organizations want to automate file sharing. No longer manually uploading, sending and storing, but rather integrating secure file sharing directly into existing processes and systems. Msafe’s API makes this possible. Through an API, applications can automatically upload, share and link files to internal systems such as CRM or document management systems.

Can the US just access Msafe data?
Your data resides with Msafe on Microsoft Azure in the Netherlands, with Microsoft Ireland as the contracting party. Yet we often hear the question: can U.S. legislation, such as the U.S. CLOUD Act, affect the sovereignty of customer data? In this article we clearly explain what the U.S. can and cannot enforce, why data location is not the same as jurisdiction, and how often this occurs in practice. We also show what measures Msafe deploys to minimize risk: EU hosting, client-side/end-to-end encryption, strict access with MFA and policies, and full audit trails. So that you can share securely and remain demonstrably compliant.

Why email is obsolete technology
Email is still the default channel in virtually every organization, but it was technically and organizationally designed for an Internet where “trust” was the default. In 2026, the reality is different: email is at once productivity inhibitor, risk accelerator and compliance headache.

How do companies comply with GDPR guidelines? And why secure file transfer is essential in this
To comply with GDPR guidelines, a privacy statement or secure tool is not enough. Companies must process personal data lawfully, respect privacy rights, take appropriate security measures, manage data breaches and be able to demonstrate that they have their processes in order. The Personal Data Authority lists foundations, privacy rights, security, DPIAs in high-risk situations and accountability among the core components of AVG compliance.

Proving compliance without complexity: interview with Hennie Jansen, CCO of Msafe
Following our Compliance Summit, ITinsight conducted an interview with Hennie Jansen, Msafe’s CCO. The theme is provable compliance without complexity. Hennie Jansen indicates that it is not a slogan. “It’s a way to bring security, compliance and business closer together. And organizations that get that right in 2026 are building not only better audits, but also more trust, more control and more operational peace of mind.”

KPMG study: why compliance in 2026 calls for Secure File Sharing
Why is a Secure File Sharing solution indispensable in a good compliance policy? KPMG says in essence, organizations are facing more compliance pressures, increased privacy and cybersecurity requirements, and a growing need for monitoring, reporting and control. Our Msafe Secure File Transfer solution is perfect for an environment where sensitive files are exchanged encrypted, access-controlled and fully traceable.

Automate secure file sharing with the Msafe API
More and more organizations want to automate file sharing. No longer manually uploading, sending and storing, but rather integrating secure file sharing directly into existing processes and systems. Msafe’s API makes this possible. Through an API, applications can automatically upload, share and link files to internal systems such as CRM or document management systems.

Can the US just access Msafe data?
Your data resides with Msafe on Microsoft Azure in the Netherlands, with Microsoft Ireland as the contracting party. Yet we often hear the question: can U.S. legislation, such as the U.S. CLOUD Act, affect the sovereignty of customer data? In this article we clearly explain what the U.S. can and cannot enforce, why data location is not the same as jurisdiction, and how often this occurs in practice. We also show what measures Msafe deploys to minimize risk: EU hosting, client-side/end-to-end encryption, strict access with MFA and policies, and full audit trails. So that you can share securely and remain demonstrably compliant.

Why email is obsolete technology
Email is still the default channel in virtually every organization, but it was technically and organizationally designed for an Internet where “trust” was the default. In 2026, the reality is different: email is at once productivity inhibitor, risk accelerator and compliance headache.

Discover the difference between TransferOne and Msafe Secure File Transfer
While both platforms share the same foundation of security, privacy, and simplicity, they serve different needs from individuals and freelancers to organizations that must comply with strict European frameworks such as NIS2 and DORA.

Msafe Secure File Transfer the Microsoft 365 Companion
The collaboration between Microsoft 365 and mSafe provides a technically robust solution for organizations struggling with secure and compliant file transfers.

Msafe Connector: secure and efficient sharing from any application
With the Msafe Connector, your organization stays secure and flexible. You prevent data breaches, increase productivity and reduce costs, without disrupting your employees’ workflow.

The advantage of a SCIM Integration for Security Officers
The Msafe SCIM Integration is a powerful tool for security officers striving for more efficient user management, improved security and regulatory compliance.

Integration of the Msafe API into your business process.
Integrating the Msafe API into your business process can help organizations optimize processes. This allows employees to work more efficiently, saving on personnel costs.

How do companies comply with GDPR guidelines? And why secure file transfer is essential in this
To comply with GDPR guidelines, a privacy statement or secure tool is not enough. Companies must process personal data lawfully, respect privacy rights, take appropriate security measures, manage data breaches and be able to demonstrate that they have their processes in order. The Personal Data Authority lists foundations, privacy rights, security, DPIAs in high-risk situations and accountability among the core components of AVG compliance.

Proving compliance without complexity: interview with Hennie Jansen, CCO of Msafe
Following our Compliance Summit, ITinsight conducted an interview with Hennie Jansen, Msafe’s CCO. The theme is provable compliance without complexity. Hennie Jansen indicates that it is not a slogan. “It’s a way to bring security, compliance and business closer together. And organizations that get that right in 2026 are building not only better audits, but also more trust, more control and more operational peace of mind.”

KPMG study: why compliance in 2026 calls for Secure File Sharing
Why is a Secure File Sharing solution indispensable in a good compliance policy? KPMG says in essence, organizations are facing more compliance pressures, increased privacy and cybersecurity requirements, and a growing need for monitoring, reporting and control. Our Msafe Secure File Transfer solution is perfect for an environment where sensitive files are exchanged encrypted, access-controlled and fully traceable.

Automate secure file sharing with the Msafe API
More and more organizations want to automate file sharing. No longer manually uploading, sending and storing, but rather integrating secure file sharing directly into existing processes and systems. Msafe’s API makes this possible. Through an API, applications can automatically upload, share and link files to internal systems such as CRM or document management systems.

Why email is obsolete technology
Email is still the default channel in virtually every organization, but it was technically and organizationally designed for an Internet where “trust” was the default. In 2026, the reality is different: email is at once productivity inhibitor, risk accelerator and compliance headache.

Alternative to Zivver?
Msafe Secure File Transfer is especially a logical alternative to Zivver
when you want to standardize file exchange with externals with strong governance and EU hosting as an explicit starting point.

Msafe introduces TransferOne: a secure alternative to WeTransfer, free of charge and GDPR-compliant
Today marks the official launch of TransferOne, a new Dutch platform that allows individuals and small business owners to send large files easily and securely, completely free of charge and without hidden conditions.

Msafe joins Cyberveilig Nederland as a partner
Utrecht, May 9, 2025 – Msafe, Secure Software Solutions, has officially joined Cyberveilig Nederland, the industry association dedicated to strengthening the digital resilience of Dutch organizations.
