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Achieve Sovereign Cloud Storage in the UK Without a Dedicated IT Team
Managing cloud storage in the UK often involves unpredictable costs, complex compliance, and reliance on extensive IT resources. A sovereign, EU-based object storage solution eliminates these challenges with a transparent pricing model and full S3 compatibility.
Key Takeaways
Sovereign storage in EU data centres ensures UK businesses meet GDPR compliance and avoid foreign jurisdiction risks like the CLOUD Act.
A predictable pricing model with no egress or API fees eliminates surprise costs, allowing for precise budget control.
Full S3-API compatibility and immutable object storage allow for seamless integration and robust ransomware protection without requiring a large IT team.
For many UK businesses, cloud storage presents a dilemma: embrace its flexibility but suffer unpredictable costs and regulatory burdens. Hidden egress fees and API call charges from hyperscale providers can inflate budgets by over 40%, while ensuring GDPR compliance and data sovereignty demands constant vigilance. This creates a significant operational load, especially for organisations without large IT departments. Sovereign-by-design object storage offers a practical alternative. It provides a predictable, cost-effective, and compliant solution that integrates into existing workflows, delivering enterprise-grade resilience without the complexity.
Secure UK Data with Sovereign Storage
A majority of EU decision-makers now demand European solutions for their critical data infrastructure. True data sovereignty means your data is subject only to the laws of the country where it is stored, a guarantee that is essential for UK businesses handling sensitive information. Storing data exclusively in certified European data centres provides robust protection under GDPR and avoids exposure to foreign laws like the CLOUD Act. This strategy of geofenced cloud storage ensures that access is governed strictly by EU rules, providing legal certainty with every gigabyte stored. This approach is no longer a niche requirement; for 87% of organisations, security and compliance are now the top priorities when choosing a cloud provider. This focus on sovereignty prepares your business for the future of data regulation.
Eliminate Bill Shock with a Predictable Cost Model
Unexpected cloud expenses are a major pain point, with nearly 47% of European cloud storage budgets being consumed by usage and data access fees alone. Many businesses feel locked into providers due to complex contracts and pricing, where egress fees can add up to 20 cents per gigabyte moved. A transparent economic model eliminates these variables entirely. By choosing a provider with zero egress fees, no API call costs, and no minimum storage durations, you gain full control over your budget. This approach ensures your monthly bill reflects only the storage you use, making financial planning simple and accurate. Our pricing is predictable by design, offering a clear path to cost-effective data management. This financial clarity allows for better resource allocation across your entire organisation.
Build Resilient Ransomware Defences Effortlessly
Ransomware remains a primary threat to UK businesses, with global attack volumes exceeding 300 million in the first half of 2021 alone. An effective defence requires more than just a firewall; it demands a modern backup strategy. Immutable storage with Object Lock creates tamper-proof copies of your data that cannot be altered or deleted by malicious actors for a set period. This capability is a cornerstone of a resilient ransomware protection plan. An “Always-Hot” storage model complements this by ensuring all data, including backups, is immediately accessible for rapid recovery, eliminating restore delays that can cripple operations. This combination of immutability and instant access reduces recovery times by over 90% compared to tiered systems. This proactive security posture is vital for maintaining business continuity.
Integrate Seamlessly with 100% S3 Compatibility
For businesses seeking storage without IT complexity, S3 API compatibility is a critical feature. It allows you to use your existing applications, scripts, and backup tools without any code rewrites, protecting past technology investments. This plug-and-play capability minimises migration risk and operational disruption entirely. You can simply point your existing tools to a new, sovereign endpoint and continue working. This simplifies the adoption of modern object storage. Follow these simple steps to migrate:
Configure your S3 client with the new EU-based service endpoint and credentials.
Test connectivity by creating a test bucket and uploading a small file.
Run a sync job to transfer your data without interrupting production workflows.
Update your primary application endpoint once the sync is complete and verified.
This process can be completed in under an hour for most applications. This seamless transition empowers you to adopt superior storage technology without needing a specialised team.
Empower UK Channel Partners with Predictable Margins
For Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and resellers, profitability depends on predictable service costs. A storage solution with zero egress or API fees provides stable, defensible margins for Backup-as-a-Service (BaaS) and archiving offerings. Our partner-ready platform includes a multi-tenant console with robust role-based access control (RBAC) and multi-factor authentication (MFA) for secure client management. With UK distribution now available through Northamber plc, local partners have direct access to a sovereign storage solution designed for the channel. The console provides all the tools needed for fast onboarding and simplified compliance reporting. This focus on the channel ensures our partners can deliver high-value services confidently.
Stay Ahead of Evolving EU Data Regulations
The regulatory landscape is constantly changing, and staying compliant is a competitive advantage. Two key EU regulations are shaping the future of data management for UK businesses operating in Europe. The first is the EU Data Act, which from September 2025, mandates data portability and interoperability to prevent vendor lock-in. The second is the NIS-2 Directive, which enforces continuous security processes and supply-chain assurance for critical sectors. A sovereign storage platform built on these principles ensures you are prepared for these changes. Our architecture aligns with these regulations by design, reducing your future compliance workload by up to 50%. This forward-looking approach secures your data and your business operations for years to come.
Simplify Operations with an 'Always-Hot' Architecture
Take the Next Step Towards Sovereign Storage
Making the switch to a sovereign, predictable, and high-performance storage solution is straightforward. With full S3 compatibility, transparent pricing, and a partner-first approach, you can achieve digital sovereignty without needing a dedicated IT department. Secure your data, control your costs, and simplify your operations starting today. Whether you are an enterprise IT leader or an MSP, the benefits are immediate and substantial. Talk to an expert or start a free trial to see how simple sovereign storage can be. This is your opportunity to build a resilient and compliant data strategy for 2025 and beyond.
More Links
GOV.UK provides guidance on multi-region cloud and Software as a Service (SaaS) considerations for public sector organisations.
TechUK discusses the implications of data sovereignty for the UK public sector, particularly in relation to cloud services.
The ICO offers information for the public about cloud computing and data protection.
The ICO provides guidance for organisations on cloud computing, focusing on data protection considerations.
The EDPB outlines privacy recommendations for the public sector's use of cloud services.
Statista offers statistics and information about cloud computing in the United Kingdom.
FAQ
Is your storage solution compliant with UK GDPR?
Yes. By operating exclusively in certified European data centres and offering country-level geofencing, our storage is designed to be fully compliant with GDPR, which is retained in UK law. This ensures your data is governed by strict EU privacy and security standards.
What does 'no egress fees' actually mean for my business?
It means you will never be charged for retrieving, accessing, or moving your data out of our storage. This removes a major, unpredictable cost associated with many cloud providers and gives you the freedom to use your data as needed without financial penalty.
How does S3 compatibility benefit a business without a large IT team?
S3 compatibility allows you to use the vast ecosystem of existing tools, software, and scripts that already support the S3 API. This means no complex integration projects or custom development are needed, making it easy to adopt and manage even without specialised IT staff.
What is 'Always-Hot' storage?
Always-Hot storage means all your data is kept in a single, high-performance tier and is always immediately accessible. This eliminates the complexity, delays, and potential surprise costs of tiered storage systems where data must be moved from 'cold' or 'archive' layers before it can be accessed.
How does your solution help Managed Service Providers (MSPs) in the UK?
We provide MSPs with a partner-ready platform featuring predictable margins due to our zero-fee structure. It includes a multi-tenant console for easy client management, automation via API/CLI, and local UK distribution through Northamber plc for streamlined procurement and support.
What makes your ransomware protection effective?
Our protection is effective due to multi-layer security, including encryption in transit and at rest, and our Immutable Storage (Object Lock) feature. Immutability ensures that once data is written, it cannot be modified or deleted for its retention period, making it invulnerable to ransomware encryption.
