# Fastmail Introduces EU Data Hosting Region

Fastmail now offers an EU-based data region, letting users store their email and data within Europe. This addresses data residency concerns for individuals and businesses in the EU, giving them more control over where their information is held.

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## Sources

### Technology
- [Hacker News](https://www.fastmail.com/blog/fastmail-offers-eu-data-region/) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:04:51 +0000