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# Frequently Asked Questions

**Is OpenCloud a replacement for traditional cloud providers?**  
It might be a substitute for some users with very strong privacy concerns, but generally it complements them by enabling sovereign interconnections between private clouds.

**Who controls the data?**  
Each participant retains full control of its own resources and data flows.

**How is trust managed?**  
Trust is peer-defined. Nodes explicitly accept or reject partnerships.

**Is the project open-source?**  
Yes, under a permissive license — link available on the home page.