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Secure Digital Sovereignty with GDPR-Compliant Object Storage
Struggling with data residency rules and surprise cloud bills from non-EU providers? A truly sovereign, GDPR-compliant object storage solution offers a clear path to predictable costs and complete regulatory certainty.
Key Takeaways
True GDPR compliance requires both EU data centers and EU-based company ownership to eliminate risks from foreign laws like the US CLOUD Act.
An 'Always-Hot' storage model with 100% S3 compatibility simplifies operations and avoids the hidden costs and restore delays of complex tiering.
A predictable pricing model with zero egress or API fees is critical for enterprises and MSPs to manage budgets and build profitable services.
A majority of EU decision-makers now demand European solutions for critical data infrastructure. The need for GDPR-compliant object storage is no longer a niche requirement; it is a core business strategy. Yet many organizations feel locked into complex pricing models from non-EU providers, exposing them to regulations like the US CLOUD Act. This article outlines a practical, enterprise-ready framework for achieving digital sovereignty. It focuses on an EU-native approach that combines 100% S3 compatibility with a predictable cost model, ensuring both compliance and control.
Establish a Foundation with EU-Native Geofenced Storage
True GDPR compliance begins with where your data lives. Storing data in certified European data centers is the first step, but genuine digital sovereignty requires more. Our platform operates exclusively within the EU, offering country-level geofencing to guarantee data stays in predefined regions under EU law. This ensures 100% of your data is managed by a European provider, eliminating exposure to foreign jurisdictions. This approach provides total legal certainty for regulated workloads. This strict residency is the bedrock of a modern compliance strategy.
This focus on European infrastructure and governance directly addresses the primary concern for over 75% of IT leaders. The architecture is designed from the ground up to meet these specific regulatory demands. By ensuring data never leaves the EU, you build a powerful foundation for compliance. This prepares your organization to address more complex jurisdictional challenges.
Mitigate Foreign Jurisdictional Risk from the CLOUD Act
Data residency alone is not enough to ensure EU legal certainty. Non-EU providers, even when using European data centers, can be subject to laws like the US CLOUD Act, which may compel them to disclose data. A truly sovereign solution is owned and operated by an EU entity, governed exclusively by EU law. This design choice removes any legal ambiguity, providing a definitive shield against foreign data access requests. This eliminates a critical compliance vulnerability many businesses overlook.
An EU-governed platform offers several key protections:
It is not subject to extraterritorial laws from non-EU countries.
It provides a clear legal framework under GDPR for all data processing.
It ensures all key management and revocation procedures are controlled within the EU.
It offers verifiable proof of compliance for auditors and regulators.
This legal separation is as important as the physical location of the data, creating a complete security posture.
Architect for Resilience with Immutable, Always-Hot Storage
Modern data protection must defend against ransomware, which now accounts for over 60% of all cyber incidents. Our platform includes Immutable Storage with Object Lock, making backups unchangeable for a set period. This provides a guaranteed, clean recovery point in case of an attack. All data is protected by multi-layer encryption, both in transit and at rest, with robust IAM controls featuring MFA and RBAC. This creates a formidable defense against unauthorized access.
Unlike complex tiered models, our architecture is “Always-Hot,” meaning 100% of your data is immediately accessible without restore delays or fees. This simplifies operations and ensures predictable recovery times for third-party tools. Fragile tiering policies often fail during urgent restores, causing API timeouts and hidden costs. A consistent, high-performance model avoids these issues entirely, ensuring your tools and pipelines run without interruption.
Protect Investments with 100% S3 API Compatibility
Migrating to a new storage platform should not require rewriting applications or scripts. We offer a fully S3-compatible object storage solution that protects your existing investments. This compatibility goes beyond basic operations to include advanced capabilities like versioning, lifecycle management, and event notifications. Your existing tools, whether custom scripts or leading backup software, work out-of-the-box with zero modification. This ensures a seamless transition with minimal risk.
For IT teams, this delivers immediate practical benefits:
It eliminates the need for costly and time-consuming code rewrites.
It allows for the immediate integration of backup tools like Veeam and Nova Backup.
It protects years of investment in S3-based workflows and automation.
It reduces migration risk to near-zero, enabling a fast and simple switch.
This deep compatibility ensures that achieving compliance does not come at the cost of operational efficiency.
Future-Proof Your Strategy for the EU Data Act and NIS-2
Regulatory landscapes are constantly evolving. Our platform is built to meet not only today's GDPR and data residency rules but also tomorrow's. The upcoming EU Data Act, effective from September 2025, mandates data portability and interoperability. Our design ensures you can easily export all data, including metadata and versions, preventing vendor lock-in. This commitment to open standards preserves your long-term freedom of action.
Similarly, the NIS-2 directive requires continuous security processes and supply-chain assurance for critical infrastructure. These principles are already baked into our operations, with documented incident reporting timelines and rigorous vulnerability management. By choosing a platform already aligned with these future regulations, you reduce your compliance burden and gain a competitive advantage. This proactive stance on regulation simplifies audits and strengthens your overall security posture.
Achieve Predictable Costs for Enterprise and MSP Workloads
For too long, cloud storage costs have been defined by complexity and surprise fees. Our economic model is predictable by design, with zero egress fees, no API call costs, and no minimum storage durations. This transparency allows businesses and MSPs to forecast their expenses with 100% accuracy. For partners, this translates directly to stable, defensible margins for Backup-as-a-Service and archiving solutions. This simple model removes the financial penalties associated with accessing your own data.
We are expanding access for our partners across Europe, with distribution now available through api in Germany and our first UK distributor, Northamber plc. This growing ecosystem makes it easier for resellers and MSPs to meet local data residency requirements while building profitable services. The combination of a partner-ready multi-tenant console and a predictable cost structure provides a powerful platform for growth.
Your Checklist for Enterprise-Ready GDPR Compliant Storage
More Links
GDPR.eu provides comprehensive information about the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
German Data Protection Conference (DSK) offers official guidance and orientation aids on various data protection topics.
European Data Protection Board (EDPB) reports on its privacy recommendations regarding the use of cloud services in the public sector.
Wikipedia offers a comprehensive article detailing the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
IT Planning Council presents Germany's strategy for enhancing the digital sovereignty of public administration IT.
KPMG provides insights from the Cloud Monitor 2022 report on cloud adoption and industry trends.
eco – Association of the Internet Industry presents a study analyzing the internet economy in Germany from 2020 to 2025.
FAQ
What makes your object storage GDPR compliant?
Our compliance rests on three pillars: our platform is operated exclusively in certified European data centers, we are a European company governed solely by EU law (avoiding CLOUD Act exposure), and we provide tools like Immutable Storage and geofencing to enforce data protection policies.
Are there any hidden costs like egress or API fees?
No. Our pricing is transparent and predictable. We have zero egress fees, no charges for API calls (GET, PUT, LIST), and no minimum storage durations. You only pay for the storage you use.
Can I use my existing S3 tools and applications?
Yes. We offer 100% S3 API compatibility, which means your existing applications, backup software (like Veeam), and scripts will work without any modification. Just change the endpoint, and your tools will function as expected.
How does your solution protect against ransomware?
We provide Immutable Storage using S3 Object Lock. This feature allows you to make your backups unchangeable for a period you define, creating a secure, tamper-proof copy of your data that can be used for recovery after an attack.
Is this solution suitable for Managed Service Providers (MSPs)?
Absolutely. The platform is designed for partners, with a multi-tenant console, full automation via API/CLI, and a predictable pricing model that ensures stable margins for BaaS and DRaaS offerings. We also offer support through distributors like Northamber plc in the UK.
How do you ensure data sovereignty?
We ensure sovereignty by combining physical data residency in geofenced EU locations with legal sovereignty. As a European company, we are exclusively subject to EU privacy laws, providing a level of legal protection that non-EU providers cannot guarantee.
