GetSovereignS3NS Sovereign Cloud Profile
French sovereign cloud joint venture between Thales and Google Cloud; SecNumCloud-qualified.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Provider type | Sovereign Cloud |
| Legal entity | S3NS SAS |
| Headquarters | Paris, France |
| Ownership jurisdiction | France |
| Parent company | Thales (66%) / Google Cloud (34%) |
| Public/Private | Private |
| Founded | 2021 |
| Website | https://www.s3ns.io |
| Countries available | 🇫🇷 |
| Sovereign offerings | Governmentcloud, Sovereigncloud |
| Last verified | 2026-08-12 Claimed |
Verification status. Profile facts collected by GetSovereign against publicly available documentation. Verification date: 2026-08-12.
Sovereignty overview
Data locationIn-region (🇫🇷)
OperationsFrench personnel
Key controlYes
Support personnelFrench personnel
Parent jurisdictionFrance
Infrastructure ownershipSovereign Cloud
S3NS is a france-based sovereign cloud.
Data residency
Data residency in the following regions:
| Code | Country | Region Name | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| FR | 🇫🇷 France | Paris region | Operating |
Encryption and key control
Customer-managed keys available Access restrictions: French personnel
Government offerings
Government cloud offerings available
AI sovereignty
Sovereign AI capabilities available
Evidence
- S3NS is majority-owned by Thales with Google Cloud technology; French operations.
Confidence level: medium-high. Claimed
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Frequently asked questions
Is S3NS a sovereign cloud provider?
Yes.S3NS is a france-based sovereign cloud.
Where is S3NS headquartered?
Paris, France, France.