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Achieve Predictable Object Storage Pricing and Full EU Sovereignty
Tired of unpredictable cloud bills and regulatory uncertainty? A sovereign-by-design object storage model eliminates 100% of hidden fees and guarantees EU data control.
The topic briefly and concisely
Eliminate unpredictable costs with a model that has zero egress fees, API call charges, or minimum storage durations.
Achieve digital sovereignty and GDPR compliance with storage exclusively in certified European data centers under EU law.
Simplify IT operations and strengthen ransomware protection using an 'Always-Hot,' S3-compatible architecture with Immutable Object Lock.
Many EU decision-makers now demand European solutions for critical data infrastructure. Yet, concerns over performance parity and cost transparency slow the move away from complex object storage plans. This article outlines a clear path to adopting predictable object storage pricing. It focuses on a European, S3-compatible platform built for digital sovereignty. You will see how to eliminate egress fees, simplify compliance for 2025 regulations like the EU Data Act, and strengthen your ransomware posture with an always-hot, immutable architecture.
Adopt a Predictable Pricing Model Without Hidden Fees
Most companies feel locked into providers due to complex pricing. A transparent economic model removes these barriers entirely. This approach eliminates 100% of egress fees and API call costs.
There are also no minimum storage duration penalties, offering true financial predictability. This model is sovereign by design, operating exclusively in certified European data centers. Data is geofenced to specific countries, ensuring total EU legal certainty.
Full S3-API compatibility protects your existing investments in tools and scripts. This ensures a seamless transition for 100% of your S3-based applications. The platform offers several key advantages:
Guaranteed EU data residency for GDPR compliance.
Zero egress or API fees for predictable billing.
No minimum storage duration for complete flexibility.
Full S3 compatibility to avoid costly code rewrites.
This transparent structure provides a practical, enterprise-ready EU alternative. It directly addresses the 2 main pain points of vendor lock-in and cost complexity. Learn more about our transparent pricing model.
Strengthen Ransomware Defense with Immutable, Sovereign Backups
Ransomware protection is a primary use case for modern object storage. Our platform includes Immutable Storage with S3 Object Lock as a core feature. This prevents data from being altered or deleted for a user-defined period.
This capability is essential for creating audit-ready retention policies. It forms a critical layer in any 3-2-1 backup strategy. Our architecture eliminates single points of failure for enhanced resilience.
We support out-of-the-box integrations with leading backup tools. The recent collaboration with NovaBackup highlights this commitment to the backup ISV ecosystem. This provides a powerful solution for MSPs seeking compliance-friendly BaaS offerings. Explore our object storage cost savings.
Guarantee Data Residency with Country-Level Geofencing
Digital sovereignty requires absolute control over data location. Our platform operates exclusively in certified European data centers. This design provides country-level geofencing to keep data in predefined regions.
This capability is critical for regulated industries like financial services. It ensures 100% of your data remains under EU rules, avoiding CLOUD Act exposure. Identity and access management is built for real-world organizations.
We provide robust security and governance features:
Identity-based IAM with granular, role-driven policies.
Multi-layer encryption for data in transit and at rest.
Support for external IdPs via SAML/OIDC for secure sign-on.
A first-class console UX for managing buckets, roles, and permissions.
These controls allow you to manage access without deep API expertise. This focus on security underpins our entire approach to enterprise object storage.
Meet 2025 EU Data Act and NIS-2 Mandates by Design
New EU regulations in 2025 demand a proactive approach to compliance. The EU Data Act, effective from September 2025, mandates data portability. Our platform is built on open standards to ensure a real exit path.
The NIS-2 directive requires continuous security processes for critical infrastructure. We have baked supply-chain assurance and vulnerability management into our core operations. This makes regulatory readiness a competitive advantage, not an afterthought.
Our platform's design directly supports these new requirements. We provide exportable formats for all data, including metadata and versions. This proves there is zero lock-in, a key tenet of the EU Data Act. See how we offer storage with no egress fees.
Simplify Operations with an 'Always-Hot' Storage Architecture
Complex storage tiering often creates hidden operational costs. Policies can become brittle, leading to restore delays and API timeouts. Our “Always-Hot” object storage model eliminates this complexity entirely.
In this model, 100% of data is immediately accessible without tier-restore delays. This ensures strong read/write consistency and predictable latencies. This approach keeps third-party backup and recovery tools stable and performant.
An always-hot model simplifies operations and strengthens recovery processes. It makes your data more auditable and your applications more predictable. This is a core part of our S3-compatible object storage philosophy.
Enable Predictable MSP Margins Through a Partner-Ready Platform
For MSPs and resellers, predictable margins are essential for business planning. Our pricing model is predictable by design, with zero egress or API fees. This allows partners to build stable, defensible margins for BaaS and archiving services.
Our platform is partner-ready with a multi-tenant console supporting RBAC and MFA. It also offers robust automation via API/CLI and detailed reporting. Recent distribution agreements with api in Germany and Northamber plc in the UK expand local access for hundreds of resellers.
This channel focus ensures fast onboarding and simplified compliance management for partners. It provides the tools needed to serve enterprise clients effectively. Learn more about our transparent pricing comparison.
Additional useful links
Wikipedia provides information about object storage, a data storage architecture.
The European Commission details the European data strategy, a key initiative for a digital Europe.
The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) provides recommendations on measures that supplement transfer tools to ensure compliance with the EU level of protection of personal data.
Handelsblatt offers an article discussing how companies can optimize their cloud costs.
FAQ
Does Impossible Cloud charge egress or API fees?
No. Our object storage plans and pricing are transparent and predictable. We charge zero fees for egress or API calls, and there are no minimum storage durations.
Is Impossible Cloud storage GDPR compliant?
Yes. We are a European company and operate exclusively in certified European data centers. Our platform is sovereign by design, with country-level geofencing to ensure your data stays within predefined EU regions, fully aligned with GDPR.
How does Impossible Cloud ensure my data is secure?
We provide multi-layer security, including encryption in transit and at rest, Immutable Storage with Object Lock for ransomware protection, and granular IAM controls with MFA and RBAC. Our architecture is built for resilience, eliminating single points of failure.
Can I use my existing backup tools with Impossible Cloud?
Yes. Our platform offers full S3-API compatibility, ensuring your existing applications, scripts, and tools continue to work without modification. We have out-of-the-box integrations with leading backup software providers.
What is 'Always-Hot' storage?
Our 'Always-Hot' storage model means all your data is always immediately accessible. Unlike tiered models, there are no delays or extra fees for restoring data from an archive tier, which simplifies operations and makes data recovery faster and more predictable.
How does Impossible Cloud support MSPs and channel partners?
We provide a partner-ready platform with a multi-tenant console, automation via API/CLI, and detailed reporting. Our predictable pricing model with no hidden fees allows partners to build stable, defensible margins for their services.
