A little update we think you'll love: EU hosting
Hey there!
We've got some great news for all QualiaInterviews users.
We know that for many of you, especially those working in or with the European Economic Area (European Union + UK + Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein), data privacy isn't just a checkbox; it's a necessary requirement. We've listened to your feedback about making data compliance more straightforward, without sacrificing functionality.
Today, we're rolling out an update that does just that. We’ve added a simple switch that gives you complete control over where your data lives. Now accessible at manage.QualiaInterviews.com.
Introducing the "EU-Only" Toggle
Right in the navigation bar, you'll find our new EU-Only Toggle. With one click, you can guarantee that all your interview data (from the interview itself to the AI processing and storage) remains exclusively within the European Union.
Think of it like having two separate, secure offices. One office is based entirely in the EU, using only EU infrastructure. The other is our global office, which gives you access to a wider range of AI models. The toggle on your screen is the key that lets you choose which office you're working in for that session, and it remembers your choice for next time.
How it works (for our data privacy experts)
When we say complete separation, we mean it. This isn't just a label; it's a fundamental change in the infrastructure you're connected to. For those who need the details for your data protection officers (we see you!), here’s the breakdown:
When you switch "EU-Only" ON:
- Database: You're connected to our EU-based PostgreSQL database.
- AI Models: Your interviews are processed using Google's Gemini models via a server in
europe-west4. No data leaves the EU. This includes everything: AI responses, transcription of audio, using the Interview Advisor and Auto Respondent, Creating Overviews, etc.
When you switch "EU-Only" OFF (Global Mode):
- Database: You're connected to our US-based PostgreSQL database.
- AI models: You have access to all our integrated models (including OpenAI, DeepSeek, and Gemini) which run on a global network of servers, usually US-based servers.
- NEW: GPT-5 is available to power your interviews. It’s pretty good! Best yet?
What this means for you in practice
Full GDPR compliance is now just a click away. You can confidently use QualiaInterviews for projects with strict data residency requirements.
Interviews, data, and credits are kept entirely separate between the EU and Global environments. An interview created in EU-mode is only visible in EU-mode, and vice versa. There is zero data mixing.
We're really excited about this update and believe it makes QualiaInterviews a more powerful and secure tool for everyone, wherever you are.
Give it a try at the new app address, and let us know what you think!
Cheers,
Steve and Gabriele
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