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Migrate Object Storage with Transparent Pricing and Zero Egress Fees
Hidden egress fees and complex pricing tiers often inflate cloud storage bills by over 50%. A transparent pricing model for object storage eliminates these surprise costs. Discover a path to predictable budgets and enhanced data control.
The topic briefly and concisely
Eliminate unpredictable cloud bills by choosing object storage with transparent pricing that has zero egress fees or API call charges.
Achieve GDPR compliance and digital sovereignty by storing data exclusively in European data centers, protected from foreign laws like the US CLOUD Act.
Simplify migration and protect technology investments with a fully S3-compatible platform that supports advanced features like Object Lock for ransomware protection.
For many IT leaders, cloud storage bills feel unpredictable, with egress fees and API call charges creating significant budget overruns. A 2024 study found that for 50% of EMEA firms, half of their cloud costs are fees, not storage capacity. This financial uncertainty complicates planning and locks businesses into providers. The solution lies in a transparent approach: object storage with a clear, predictable cost structure. By choosing a European provider with zero egress fees, businesses can not only control expenses but also achieve digital sovereignty, ensuring compliance with GDPR and other EU regulations. This shift simplifies migrations and strengthens your entire data strategy.
Eliminate Budget Uncertainty from Hidden Cloud Fees
Unexpected cloud costs disrupt financial planning for over 67% of European businesses. The primary issue is often complex pricing models that include significant data egress fees. Gartner reports that these egress costs can constitute 10% to 15% of a total cloud bill.
These charges apply whenever data moves out of the provider's network, whether to another region or back to an on-premises environment. For many companies, this makes multi-cloud strategies and data migrations prohibitively expensive. A transparent pricing model for object storage eliminates this budget volatility entirely.
By removing egress fees and API call charges, businesses gain full cost predictability. This allows for precise financial forecasting and removes the penalties associated with accessing your own data. A clear pricing structure is the first step toward regaining control over your cloud infrastructure.
Achieve Digital Sovereignty and Regulatory Compliance
Storing data within European borders is a strategic priority for 84% of EU organizations. This focus on data sovereignty is driven by regulations like GDPR, which imposes strict rules on data transfers outside the EU. Using providers subject to foreign laws like the US CLOUD Act creates a direct conflict, as it can grant foreign authorities access to data stored in the EU.
A truly sovereign cloud solution operates exclusively in certified European data centers. This ensures your data remains under EU jurisdiction, simplifying GDPR compliance. Country-level geofencing provides an additional layer of control for regulated workloads.
Here are key compliance advantages of an EU-centric provider:
Guaranteed GDPR alignment for all data processing and storage activities.
Complete immunity from extraterritorial laws like the US CLOUD Act.
Simplified audits with clear documentation of data residency.
Support for industry-specific compliance requirements within the EU.
This approach transforms regulatory obligations into a competitive advantage, building trust with customers who value data privacy. It also prepares your organization for upcoming regulations that demand even greater data control.
Streamline Migration with Full S3 API Compatibility
The fear of a complex migration process prevents 41% of companies from switching cloud providers, even when dissatisfied. A key factor in overcoming this challenge is 100% S3 API compatibility. This ensures that your existing applications, scripts, and backup tools continue to function without requiring expensive code rewrites.
Full compatibility goes beyond basic operations, supporting advanced features that protect your workflows. This preserves years of investment in your current technology stack. A seamless transition is possible with the right data migration tools.
An enterprise-ready S3-compatible platform should support:
Object versioning to protect against accidental deletions.
Lifecycle management policies to automate data tiering and deletion.
Event notifications to trigger downstream automated workflows.
Immutable Storage with Object Lock for robust ransomware protection.
Identity and Access Management (IAM) with MFA and RBAC for granular control.
This level of compatibility minimizes migration risk and reduces the operational burden on your IT teams, allowing for a smooth transition to a more predictable and sovereign storage environment.
Enhance Resilience with an 'Always-Hot' Storage Architecture
Traditional tiered storage models introduce complexity and risk, with restore delays from 'cold' tiers impacting recovery times. An 'Always-Hot' object storage model eliminates this problem entirely. All data is immediately accessible with low latency, simplifying operations and ensuring predictable performance for any workload.
This architecture is built for consistency and availability, avoiding the fragile lifecycle policies that often lead to API timeouts or unexpected retrieval fees. Immediate data access is critical for effective disaster recovery and analytics. For more details on our model, see our transparent pricing page.
Furthermore, this resilient architecture is fortified with features like Immutable Storage using S3 Object Lock. This write-once-read-many (WORM) model makes your backups unchangeable, providing a powerful defense against ransomware attacks that target backup files. This modern approach to data protection ensures your critical information is always secure and available.
Prepare for Future EU Regulations Like the Data Act and NIS-2
The European regulatory landscape continues to evolve, demanding greater data control and security. The EU Data Act, fully applicable from September 2025, mandates data portability and interoperability. It requires cloud providers to remove switching barriers and, by January 2027, eliminate egress fees entirely.
Similarly, the NIS-2 Directive requires organizations to implement robust cybersecurity risk management, including supply chain security and incident reporting. Non-compliance can lead to significant penalties. Choosing a provider whose operations are already aligned with these principles is a strategic advantage.
A forward-looking storage partner builds these requirements into their core service. This proactive stance on compliance reduces risk and ensures your infrastructure is prepared for the future. You can learn more about transparent pricing strategies on our blog.
Empower MSPs and Channel Partners with a Predictable Model
For Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and resellers, profitability depends on predictable margins. Volatile egress fees make it difficult to price services like Backup-as-a-Service (BaaS) competitively. A storage model with zero egress fees and no API call costs provides the financial stability needed to build defensible margins.
Beyond pricing, a partner-ready platform offers tools designed for the channel. This includes a multi-tenant management console with robust role-based access control (RBAC) and multi-factor authentication (MFA). Automation via a comprehensive API and CLI allows for seamless integration into existing MSP workflows.
Recent expansions with distributors like api in Germany and Northamber plc in the UK demonstrate a growing ecosystem. This momentum provides local access and support for partners across Europe. This focus on the channel ensures MSPs have the tools and economic model to succeed, as detailed in our cost savings guide.
Take Control of Your Object Storage Costs and Data
Additional useful links
Wikipedia provides information about object storage, a data storage architecture that manages data as objects.
Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) presents statistical data on cloud computing usage by enterprises in Germany.
DLA Piper provides information on data protection laws in Germany.
Microsoft offers an overview of storage migration options in Microsoft Azure.
KPMG presents the Cloud Monitor 2022, offering insights into cloud adoption and trends.
FAQ
What is the main benefit of zero egress fees?
The main benefit of zero egress fees is cost predictability. You can access and move your data as needed without financial penalty, which is crucial for budgeting, disaster recovery planning, and multi-cloud strategies. It eliminates the risk of vendor lock-in caused by high data transfer costs.
How does your object storage solution ensure GDPR compliance?
Our solution is sovereign-by-design, operating exclusively in certified European data centers. This ensures your data is always stored and processed under EU law, meeting GDPR's strict data residency and protection requirements and avoiding exposure to non-EU legislation.
Is it difficult to migrate from another S3-compatible provider?
No, migration is streamlined due to our full S3 API compatibility. Your existing applications, management scripts, and backup software will work without changes. This compatibility minimizes technical hurdles and reduces the time and risk associated with the migration process.
What is 'Always-Hot' storage?
'Always-Hot' storage means all your data is immediately accessible at high speed, with no delays or retrieval fees associated with accessing data from slower, 'cold' storage tiers. This simplifies architecture, improves performance for all workloads, and ensures rapid restores for disaster recovery.
How does Immutable Storage (Object Lock) protect against ransomware?
Immutable Storage with Object Lock allows you to make data unchangeable for a defined period. Once locked, an object cannot be altered or deleted, even by an administrator. This provides a powerful defense against ransomware, which relies on encrypting or deleting files to extort a payment.
Do you offer specific benefits for MSPs and channel partners?
Yes, our platform is partner-ready. We offer a predictable pricing model with no egress fees for stable margins, a multi-tenant console for easy client management, and full automation capabilities via API/CLI to integrate with your existing operational tools.
