SearchStax adds EU Data Sovereignty with Google Cloud Data Boundary. Customers Extend Enterprise Search Capabilities to Meet GDPR and the European Data Act With EU Data Boundaries and EU-Based Support LOS ANGELES-(BUSINESS WIRE)-SearchStax, Inc., the AI-Powered Search Experience Company, today announced the availability of SearchStax Managed Search for European Union (EU) Data Sovereignty with Google Cloud Data Boundary, expanding its fully managed Apache Solr service to address Europe's most urgent compliance and security needs. "SearchStax integrates Managed Search with Google Cloud Data Boundary so EU customers can gain a secure, compliant foundation to compete in a sovereignty-first world." Share SearchStax Managed Search Service combines automation, reliability and security to help customers scale on demand and meet compliance requirements. By removing the operational burden of self-service Solr, customers gain built-in compliance and operational agility to accelerate delivery and focus on innovation instead of maintenance. With GDPR enforcement accelerating and the EU Data Act, regulators and boards demand stricter control over where data resides and who can access it. SearchStax removes the overhead of do-it-yourself (DIY) Solr and gives EU customers the assurance that their data, infrastructure and support remain inside EU borders, meeting sovereignty requirements without slowing innovation. "Europe's digital sovereignty movement demands more than promises - it demands action," said Sameer Maggon, CEO of SearchStax. "SearchStax Managed Search Service removes the burden of self-managed Solr infrastructure and delivers the required reliability, on-demand scale, and regulatory compliance customers demand. SearchStax integrates Managed Search with Google Cloud Data Boundary so EU customers can gain a secure, compliant foundation to innovate faster, scale confidently, and compete in a sovereignty-first world." Sovereignty Without Complexity SearchStax Managed Search with Google Cloud Data Boundary enables customers to run fully managed Solr search in EU regions, removing DIY complexity and helping to ensure compliance with EU data sovereignty requirements. Until now, companies were forced to either manage Solr themselves at a high cost and risk or rely on global deployments that could not guarantee sovereignty. Google Cloud Data Boundary provides the compliance guardrails that can keep data resident in EU regions and restrict operational access to EU-based personnel, giving customers a trusted foundation for meeting GDPR, the EU Data Act, and other digital sovereignty requirements. With this capability, customers gain on-demand scalability, operational transparency, and the assurance needed to support regulated industries, from financial services to healthcare to government. Customers adopting Managed Search for EU Data Sovereignty with Google Cloud Data Boundary gain three critical assurances: * Data stays inside EU borders. Solr infrastructure deployed in Google Cloud EU regions under EU jurisdiction. * Support remains in-region. Primary support operations can be handled by personnel located in the European Union. * Controls are compliance-ready. Enforce data residency, personnel, and access controls within the EU. "Data sovereignty has become a business priority for European customers," said Matt Driscoll, director of product management, Google Cloud. "With SearchStax Managed Search on Google Cloud Data Boundary, customers can keep Solr deployments inside EU borders and gain the controls needed to meet strict regulatory standards." SearchStax Managed Search for EU Data Sovereignty with Google Cloud Data Boundary is available 13 November 2025 across supported EU regions. Customers can learn more at www.searchstax.com. About SearchStax SearchStax, Inc., the Search Experience Company, enables marketers and developers to deliver fast, relevant website search experiences. SearchStax powers search for more than 1,400 customers worldwide, including leading brands in higher education, healthcare, government, manufacturing, and financial services. Clients include OpenText, Roche, Howdens, KPMG, and Carnival Cruise Lines. Learn more at www.searchstax.com, and connect with the company on LinkedIn and @SearchStax. SearchStax and SearchStax Managed Search are trademarks of SearchStax. All other brands and solution names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. 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SearchStax and The Chronicle of Higher Education survey over 225 marketing and digital leaders to reveal how institutions are falling behind in delivering the website experiences today's students expectLOS ANGELES, May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SearchStax, in partnership with The Chronicle of Higher Education, has released a new original research report titled Untapped Insights: The State of Site Search in Higher Education, offering a revealing look at the digital challenges facing colleges and universities today.The report is based on a survey of more than 225 higher education marketing and website experience professionals across executive leadership, marketing, IT, admissions, student services and research. It uncovers a consistent gap between the importance institutions place on their websites and the actual experience they're delivering—especially when it comes to search functionality."As Gen Z students increasingly expect intuitive, search-first digital experiences, higher ed must catch up." Post thisKey findings include:93% of respondents believe that improving the website experience would positively impact student success metrics like enrollment, engagement and retention—yet only 19% say their current experience is great.of respondents believe that improving the website experience would positively impact student success metrics like enrollment, engagement and retention—yet only say their current experience is great. Site search ranks alongside easy navigation and accessibility as one of the top 3 most important features of a higher ed website, but more than half say their current search frustrates users with outdated or irrelevant results.ranks alongside easy navigation and accessibility as one of the of a higher ed website, but more than half say their current search frustrates users with outdated or irrelevant results. Institutions are making content updates weekly or ad hoc , yet 43% say it takes a week or more to tune their site search so that students can actually find the most up-to-date content., yet say it takes a week or more to tune their site search so that students can actually find the most up-to-date content. Despite a lack of current AI maturity, 72% of institutions plan to invest in more AI tools for their website experiences in the short term."As Gen Z students increasingly expect intuitive, search-first digital experiences, higher ed must catch up," says Sameer Maggon, Founder & CEO of SearchStax. "Search is no longer an afterthought, and the report findings strongly highlight that."The report also includes insights from interviews with leaders at Texas Christian University (TCU), Grand Valley State University (GVSU), Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), and the City of Nashville

"Moving into the G2 Leaders Quadrant for Enterprise Search is a testament to our team's continuing efforts over the last year to be responsive to our customers' needs," said Sameer Maggon, CEO and founder of SearchStax. "This achievement validates our dedication to delivering exceptional AI-powered search experiences, and it fuels our drive to continue innovating and exceeding customer expectations."In addition, SearchStax moved into the number one spot in the Leaders Quadrant on the Momentum Grid for Enterprise Search®. The Momentum Grid rewards companies on a high growth trajectory based on user satisfaction scores, employee growth, and digital presence. For the 9th consecutive quarter, SearchStax has been recognized as one of the Leaders on the Momentum Grid.Customers value SearchStax's ease of use, robust support and ability to meet critical search requirements. For example, here are some quotes from recent G2 reviews :"Great search product, supported by a great team." - Director of Web Management at a leading university- Director of Web Management at a leading university "SearchStax continues to provide an amazing evolving product and has an even more amazing team." - Manager of Web-Based Services at a top 25 ranked U.S. city- Manager of Web-Based Services at a top 25 ranked U.S