About SoftWhere

SoftWhere is a neutral, educational resource designed to help users understand where their software comes from, how their data is used, and what alternatives exist.

We believe that informed users make better decisions. Whether you are evaluating tools for personal use, your team, or your organization, understanding the full picture - including data practices, pricing, and jurisdiction - helps you choose software that aligns with your values and needs.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide clear, factual information about software products without bias or agenda. We do not advocate for any particular product or position - we simply present the facts so you can make your own informed decisions.

What We Cover

• Country of Origin - Where the company is headquartered and which jurisdiction governs their operations
• Data Practices - How your data is collected, stored, and potentially shared
• Pricing - Transparent cost comparisons including free tiers and paid plans
• Alternatives - Other options in the same category with their own tradeoffs

Our Approach

We strive for neutrality and accuracy. Our editorial ratings reflect factors like transparency, user control, data practices, and value - not political positions or subjective preferences.

All information is researched from public sources including privacy policies, terms of service, company websites, and reputable third-party analyses.

Some links on SoftWhere may be affiliate or partner links, but inclusion and evaluation are always editorially independent.

How we evaluate software

Products are evaluated based on feature coverage, transparency of data practices, hosting and jurisdictional posture, lock-in risk, and clarity of documentation. Evaluations are based on publicly available information, vendor disclosures, and documented behaviour rather than paid placements or sponsorships.

SoftWhere is maintained by an independent publisher focused on practical, sovereignty-aware software evaluation.