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Acronis distributor object storage program for S3
Launch Your Acronis Distributor Object Storage Program with Sovereign S3 Cloud
Are volatile cloud costs eroding your Acronis backup service margins? Discover a partner-ready S3 object storage program that eliminates egress fees, guarantees EU data sovereignty, and offers immutable storage for ultimate ransomware protection.
The topic briefly and concisely
Build predictable margins for your Acronis backup services with a zero egress fee and zero API call cost S3 object storage model.
Guarantee GDPR compliance and eliminate CLOUD Act exposure by using an EU-only, geofenced storage platform operated in certified European data centers.
Leverage 100% S3-compatible object storage with immutable backups (Object Lock) to provide advanced ransomware protection for your clients.
For distributors and MSPs building services with Acronis, the public cloud presents a dual challenge: unpredictable costs and complex data sovereignty requirements. A significant majority of EU decision-makers now demand European solutions to avoid CLOUD Act exposure and ensure GDPR compliance. Yet, many feel locked into existing providers due to technical dependencies and opaque pricing. This article outlines a strategic path forward, detailing an Acronis distributor object storage program for S3 that is sovereign by design. It delivers the performance parity, cost transparency, and robust security your channel partners need to compete and win.
Address Margin Erosion and Compliance Hurdles in Cloud Backup
Distributors supporting Acronis partners face significant margin pressure from hyperscale cloud storage. Unpredictable egress fees and API call charges can turn profitable Backup-as-a-Service (BaaS) offerings into loss leaders overnight, impacting revenue by up to 15% in some cases. This economic uncertainty complicates long-term planning and partner profitability. Simultaneously, the regulatory landscape is tightening, with over 70% of EU enterprises prioritizing EU data residency.
The risk of CLOUD Act exposure from non-EU providers creates a serious compliance gap for partners handling sensitive customer data. This forces a difficult choice between competitive pricing and guaranteed legal certainty under GDPR. Many partners find their growth stalled by this exact conflict. This environment demands a new approach to cloud storage that is both economically stable and legally sound. The solution must provide a clear path to predictable partner margins and verifiable compliance.
Additional useful links
Wikipedia provides a comprehensive overview of object storage.
Statista offers statistics and insights on cloud computing.
The German Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) presents official statistics on cloud computing usage in German companies.
Secunet provides a whitepaper discussing German and European data sovereignty.
Bitkom Research offers insights and studies from Germany's digital association.
Bitkom provides a study on the German data center market.
Scality offers information on S3-compatible storage solutions.
FAQ
How does your pricing model create predictable margins for distributors?
Our model is designed for predictability. We charge for storage capacity only, with no egress fees, no API request charges, and no minimum storage durations. This transparent pricing allows distributors and MSPs to set stable prices for their Acronis backup services and protect their margins.
What makes your platform 'partner-ready'?
Our platform is partner-ready because it includes a multi-tenant console for managing multiple clients, role-based access control (RBAC), full automation via API/CLI, and detailed reporting. We also provide fast onboarding and dedicated channel support.
How does your storage solution ensure digital sovereignty?
Digital sovereignty is ensured by storing all data exclusively in certified data centers within the European Union. This keeps data under EU legal jurisdiction, compliant with GDPR, and protected from foreign government access requests under laws like the U.S. CLOUD Act.
Is it difficult to migrate existing Acronis backups to your platform?
No, migration is straightforward. Our platform offers full S3 API compatibility, meaning your existing Acronis configurations, scripts, and management tools will work without modification. You simply need to update the storage endpoint in your Acronis settings.
What is 'Always-Hot' storage and how does it benefit Acronis users?
Always-Hot storage means all data is instantly accessible at all times, with no delays or extra fees for retrieval. This is a major advantage for Acronis users, as it ensures fast, predictable restore times for disaster recovery scenarios, unlike tiered storage models that can delay access to archived data.
How can I start offering this to my channel partners?
To get started, you can contact our channel team for a consultation. We will walk you through the program details, provide a demo of the partner console, and discuss the simple onboarding process. Talk to an expert today to learn more.
