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Secure Object Storage for File Sharing: A 2025 Guide to EU Data Sovereignty
Most EU businesses feel locked into cloud providers with unpredictable costs and complex compliance risks. A new approach to secure object storage for file sharing offers a practical path to digital sovereignty. This article explores how to achieve EU-centric control, predictable economics, and robust security.
Key Takeawys
True digital sovereignty is achieved by using an EU-owned and operated cloud provider, which eliminates exposure to non-EU laws like the CLOUD Act.
A predictable cost model with no egress fees or API call costs is essential for eliminating vendor lock-in and enabling predictable margins for MSPs.
Advanced security features like immutable storage (S3 Object Lock) and an 'always-hot' architecture are critical for ransomware resilience and operational simplicity.
A majority of EU decision-makers now demand European solutions for their critical data infrastructure. Yet, many feel trapped by complex pricing and fear exposure to non-EU laws like the CLOUD Act. The key challenge is finding a secure object storage for file sharing solution that delivers performance parity, cost transparency, and true EU data residency. This guide outlines a strategy for enterprise IT leaders and MSPs to leverage sovereign-by-design object storage. It focuses on meeting 2025 regulatory demands, protecting against ransomware, and ensuring seamless integration with existing S3-compatible tools.
Establish Digital Sovereignty with EU-Centric Storage
A strong majority of EU leaders prioritize European solutions for data, driven by regulations like GDPR. True sovereignty requires more than just an EU data center; it demands a provider governed by EU law. This eliminates exposure to foreign regulations, such as the CLOUD Act, ensuring data remains under EU control. Our platform operates exclusively in certified European data centers with country-level geofencing. This provides the legal certainty that at least 84% of decision-makers consider a critical factor. This approach transforms regulatory readiness into a real competitive advantage for your business.
This focus on EU-centric data governance is the foundation of modern data strategy.
Architect for Advanced Security and Ransomware Resilience
Effective ransomware protection requires more than just backups; it demands immutability. Our secure object storage for file sharing includes Immutable Storage with S3 Object Lock. This feature makes data unchangeable for a set period, creating a reliable recovery point. We combine this with multi-layer encryption for data in transit and at rest. Identity and Access Management (IAM) with MFA and role-based access control (RBAC) provides granular control over data access. This architecture is designed with zero single points of failure for high availability. Secure ransomware prevention is built directly into the storage fabric.
Here are the core security layers for every object stored:
Immutable Storage: S3 Object Lock makes files tamper-proof for their entire retention period.
Multi-Layer Encryption: All data is secured with verified encryption methods, both in transit and at rest.
Granular IAM Controls: Policies based on RBAC and MFA ensure only authorized users access specific data.
EU-Controlled Key Management: Key management and revocation procedures are strictly governed under EU law.
Certified Data Centers: Operations are restricted to certified EU facilities aligned with GDPR.
These integrated security measures prepare your organization for upcoming NIS-2 directive requirements.
Maintain Operational Continuity with 100% S3 Compatibility
Migrating to a new storage platform should not require rewriting applications or scripts. Full S3-API compatibility is essential for protecting past investments and minimizing migration risk. Our platform supports not only basic S3 operations but also advanced capabilities like versioning and lifecycle management. This ensures your existing backup tools, applications, and automation scripts continue working on day one. Out-of-the-box integrations with leading tools like Veeam and NovaBackup are fully supported. This seamless compatibility simplifies the transition to a sovereign cloud environment.
This S3-native approach avoids the operational complexity often found in tiered storage models.
Implement Predictable Economics with a Transparent Cost Model
Many organizations feel locked into providers due to complex and unpredictable billing. A significant share of businesses now prefer an EU provider who offers cost transparency. Our model is predictable by design, with zero egress fees, no API call costs, and no minimum storage durations. This transparent approach allows Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to build services with predictable margins. For enterprises, it eliminates surprise bills that impact revenue and customer trust. This economic clarity is a primary driver for over 45% of businesses considering a switch.
Our pricing model is built for clarity and predictability:
Zero Egress Fees: Access your data as often as needed without incurring financial penalties.
No API Call Costs: Run applications and scripts without worrying about transaction charges.
No Minimum Storage Duration: Store data for any length of time without being locked into long-term contracts.
Guaranteed SLAs: Service levels are guaranteed, providing a reliable input for business planning.
This predictable model directly supports the data portability requirements of new regulations.
Prepare for 2025 EU Regulations: Data Act and NIS-2
Two key EU regulations will shape 2025: the EU Data Act and the NIS-2 Directive. The EU Data Act, effective from September 2025, mandates data portability to prevent vendor lock-in. Our platform is built on open standards, ensuring you can export data, including metadata and versions, at any time. The NIS-2 directive requires continuous security processes, including supply-chain assurance and vulnerability management. Our operational model bakes these requirements in, rather than treating them as an add-on. This proactive compliance provides a clear path to meeting your regulatory obligations. Explore more about data protection strategies on our blog.
This regulatory alignment is especially valuable for partners serving regulated industries.
Enable Channel Partners with a Partner-Ready Platform
For MSPs, resellers, and system integrators, a partner-ready platform is critical for success. Predictable margins are guaranteed by our zero-egress-fee model. We provide a multi-tenant console with robust RBAC and MFA for secure client management. Automation via a full API and CLI allows for deep integration with existing management tools. Recent distribution agreements with api in Germany and Northamber plc in the UK expand local access for our partners. This momentum provides our channel partners with a strong foundation for growth in 2025. This makes onboarding new clients a fast and simple process.
With these tools, partners can confidently build sovereign and secure file sharing services.
Simplify Operations with an 'Always-Hot' Architecture
Begin Your Transition to Sovereign Cloud Storage
Making the switch to a sovereign cloud provider is a practical, multi-step process. Start by identifying data workloads subject to GDPR, the EU Data Act, or NIS-2. Use our S3 compatibility to test your existing applications with a free trial account. Plan your migration by mapping current bucket policies and IAM roles to the new environment. Finally, execute test restores to validate your disaster recovery plan. Thousands of European organizations rely on these platforms for mission-critical operations. Taking these deliberate steps ensures a smooth and secure transition. Talk to an expert today to plan your migration.
More Links
EUR-Lex provides the official text of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), a key piece of EU legislation on data protection and privacy.
European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) offers a report on cloud computing, covering security risks, benefits, and recommendations.
European Commission outlines the European Data Strategy, detailing the EU's approach to data governance, data economy, and data protection to ensure digital sovereignty.
German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy presents its page on digitalization, covering policies, initiatives, and strategies related to digital transformation in Germany.
PwC discusses digital sovereignty, focusing on its criticality and strategic implementation, particularly in the context of open-source software management and compliance.
Bitkom provides a press release regarding the pressure that data protection regulations place on companies.
European Data Protection Board (EDPB) offers privacy recommendations for the use of cloud services by the public sector.
FAQ
Is your object storage fully S3 compatible?
Yes, our platform offers full S3 API compatibility. This ensures that your existing applications, scripts, and third-party tools for backup, archiving, and data management will work seamlessly without code rewrites, minimizing migration risk and protecting your technology investments.
How do you ensure GDPR compliance?
We ensure GDPR compliance by being a European company that operates exclusively in certified European data centers. We offer country-level geofencing to keep data within specific regions, adhere to strict EU data governance, and provide tools for data portability and deletion to meet all GDPR requirements.
What makes your pricing model predictable?
Our pricing is predictable by design because we have eliminated common variable costs. We charge a simple, transparent rate for storage used and do not charge extra for egress traffic (data retrieval) or API calls. There are also no minimum storage duration requirements.
Can I use your storage for backups with Veeam or other tools?
Absolutely. Our full S3 compatibility and support for features like S3 Object Lock make our platform an ideal storage target for leading backup and recovery solutions, including Veeam and our ecosystem partner NovaBackup. It provides a secure and cost-effective tier for your 3-2-1 backup strategy.
What is an 'always-hot' storage architecture?
An 'always-hot' architecture means all data is stored in a single, high-performance tier and is always immediately accessible. This eliminates the complexity, delays, and surprise restore fees associated with traditional tiered storage (hot, cool, archive), simplifying operations and ensuring fast recovery times.
How do you support MSPs and channel partners?
We provide a partner-ready platform with a multi-tenant management console, full automation via API/CLI, and a predictable pricing model that allows for stable margins. With distributors like api (Germany) and Northamber plc (UK), we offer local support and fast onboarding for our partners.
