France and Germany Build Google Docs Alternative
France and Germany have launched Docs, a collaborative writing and information-sharing tool aimed at providing a secure, EU-based alternative to Google Docs. Developed as an open-source project by France’s DINUM and Germany’s ZenDiS, Docs emphasizes simplicity, security, and digital sovereignty.
Built on Django Rest, Next.js, and BlockNotes.js, it supports real-time editing, offline mode, media import, and granular access controls. Available in beta via France’s ProConnect identity service, it offers document export in multiple formats and a built-in wiki. With further features in development, Docs aims to serve both public and private sector users across Europe.