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Secure Your Long-Term Data with Sovereign Impossible Cloud Data Archiving Solutions
Enterprises face a dual challenge: meeting stringent EU data laws and controlling runaway cloud storage costs. A misstep in your data archiving strategy risks millions in fines and operational disruption.
Key Takeawys
Impossible Cloud provides GDPR-compliant data archiving in EU-only data centers, eliminating exposure to foreign laws like the U.S. CLOUD Act.
Immutable storage with S3 Object Lock protects archives from ransomware by making data unchangeable for a defined period.
A transparent pricing model with zero egress or API fees delivers predictable costs and protects margins for MSPs.
Archived data is a critical business asset, yet storing it often creates significant regulatory and financial risks. With the EU Data Act and NIS-2 directive taking full effect in 2025, relying on non-sovereign clouds exposes organizations to foreign laws and unpredictable egress fees. A majority of EU decision-makers now demand European solutions that offer performance parity and cost transparency. This article outlines a strategic approach to building secure, compliant, and cost-effective Impossible Cloud data archiving solutions that are sovereign by design.
Establish Digital Sovereignty in Your Archiving Strategy
Data sovereignty is now a primary concern for 84% of European organizations using cloud technologies. Storing archive data under the correct legal jurisdiction is essential for long-term regulatory compliance. Impossible Cloud operates exclusively in certified European data centers, ensuring your data is governed solely by EU law.
This EU-only focus provides total immunity from foreign regulations like the U.S. CLOUD Act. Our platform uses country-level geofencing to guarantee data residency within specific EU nations. This delivers the legal certainty required for regulated industries like finance and healthcare.
Adopting a sovereign approach builds trust with customers who expect their data to remain protected under local privacy laws. This strategy transforms compliance from a recurring challenge into a competitive advantage for your business. A sovereign foundation is the first step toward a resilient data future.
Build a Ransomware-Proof Archive with Immutable Storage
Ransomware attacks increasingly target backups and archives to prevent recovery, affecting 72% of businesses with fewer than 1,000 employees. Impossible Cloud counters this threat with S3 Object Lock, creating immutable storage for your most critical data. This feature applies a Write-Once-Read-Many (WORM) model to your archived objects.
Once data is locked, it cannot be altered or deleted by any user for a defined retention period. Even if administrative credentials are compromised, the integrity of your archive is preserved. This provides a virtual air gap against both external attacks and internal threats.
Leading backup ISVs, including our partner NovaBackup, integrate seamlessly with Object Lock to automate protection. This approach ensures your disaster recovery plan is built on a foundation of unchangeable data copies. Immutable backups are your last and best line of defense.
Simplify Operations with an "Always-Hot" Architecture
Complex storage tiering creates operational risk, introducing delays and hidden fees for data restores. Our "Always-Hot" object storage model ensures 100% of your archived data is immediately accessible. This eliminates fragile lifecycle policies and API timeouts that disrupt third-party tools.
We provide full S3-API compatibility, protecting your existing investments in applications and scripts. Developers can reduce application development time by up to 25% by using a familiar API. This allows for a seamless migration and ensures your established workflows continue without code rewrites.
This architecture delivers consistent performance for all workloads, from millions of small files to large-scale analytic patterns. An always-hot model simplifies your entire cloud backup strategy. It makes restores predictable and keeps your operations stable under pressure.
Achieve Compliance with the EU Data Act and NIS-2
As of September 12, 2025, the EU Data Act mandates data portability to prevent vendor lock-in. Our platform is built on open standards, ensuring you can transfer 100% of your data and metadata without penalty. We charge zero egress fees, aligning perfectly with the Act's goal of facilitating seamless switching between providers.
The NIS-2 directive also requires robust supply-chain security and continuous vulnerability management from October 2024. Impossible Cloud's security posture includes:
Multi-layer encryption for data in transit and at rest.
Identity-based IAM with MFA and role-based access controls.
Continuous security processes baked into our EU-centric operations.
Support for external IdPs via SAML/OIDC for secure integration.
Our platform is designed to meet these 2025 regulatory demands today. This proactive stance on compliance reduces risk for your entire digital supply chain. You can confidently build your long-term archiving on a future-proof foundation.
Drive Predictable Margins for MSPs and Channel Partners
For Managed Service Providers, unpredictable fees destroy profitability, with many partners seeing margins shrink by 15% due to hidden costs. Our channel-first model is predictable by design. We offer zero egress fees, no API call costs, and no minimum storage durations.
This transparent economic model allows MSPs to build defensible margins for Backup-as-a-Service and archiving solutions. Our partner console simplifies operations with features designed for the channel:
Multi-tenant management with granular RBAC.
Full automation capabilities via API and CLI.
Integrated reporting for clear client billing.
Fast and simple partner onboarding processes.
We are expanding our European channel presence, with recent distribution agreements signed with api in Germany and Northamber plc in the UK. This momentum provides local access and support for hundreds of resellers. Our goal is to make sovereign data archiving solutions profitable for our partners.
Begin Your Transition to Sovereign Cloud Archiving
Migrating to a sovereign cloud archive protects your past investments and minimizes risk. Our full S3 compatibility means your existing tools and applications keep working with only a simple endpoint change. More than 90% of enterprises report improved efficiency after migrating to S3-compatible solutions.
Follow these steps for a smooth transition:
Audit Your Data: Classify data to identify what requires EU residency under GDPR.
Configure Endpoints: Update your backup software and scripts to point to Impossible Cloud's S3-compatible endpoint.
Set Immutable Policies: Use Object Lock in your backup jobs for ransomware protection.
Test Your Restores: Perform a test disaster recovery to validate data integrity and accessibility.
Making the switch is a practical step toward reducing lock-in and strengthening your regulatory posture. Talk to an expert to plan your migration and start a free trial today.
More Links
DSK provides a position paper outlining criteria for sovereign cloud services and data protection requirements.
Bundesarchiv details the legal framework governing the German Federal Archives.
The European Union explains the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) rules for businesses operating within Europe.
Bitkom offers insights into the latest trends and developments in cloud computing through its Cloud Report 2024.
The Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB) presents information on long-term archiving, with a focus on preserving the authenticity and integrity of digital data.
FAQ
How does Impossible Cloud ensure my archived data stays in the EU?
We operate exclusively out of certified data centers located within the European Union. Our platform includes country-level geofencing, allowing you to restrict data storage to predefined regions to meet specific data residency and sovereignty requirements under GDPR.
What makes the 'Always-Hot' architecture better for archiving?
Our 'Always-Hot' model ensures all your archived data is instantly accessible without any restore delays or retrieval fees. This simplifies operations, improves recovery times, and avoids the complexities and hidden costs associated with traditional tiered storage systems.
How does your solution help me comply with the EU Data Act?
We support the EU Data Act's principles by design. Our use of the standard S3 API, combined with a policy of zero egress fees, guarantees data portability. You can easily move your data to another provider at any time without technical or financial lock-in.
Can I use Object Lock for regulatory compliance?
Yes. S3 Object Lock creates immutable, WORM-compliant storage. This is often a requirement for regulated industries (like finance and healthcare) that need to preserve records in an unalterable format for a specific duration to meet audit and legal standards.
What benefits do you offer for MSPs and resellers?
We provide a partner-centric model with predictable margins thanks to our zero-fee structure for egress and API calls. Our platform includes a multi-tenant partner console, full automation via API/CLI, and simple onboarding to help you deliver profitable BaaS and archiving services.
How do I migrate my existing archives to Impossible Cloud?
Migration is straightforward due to our full S3 compatibility. You only need to change the service endpoint in your existing backup software or scripts to point to our platform. Your tools and workflows will continue to operate without any need for code changes.
