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European IT leaders require a secure, compliant, and cost-effective cloud storage solution. Dependence on non-EU providers creates exposure to laws like the US CLOUD Act, jeopardizing data sovereignty. Furthermore, complex pricing with hidden egress fees from many providers makes budgeting nearly impossible. Impossible Cloud offers a practical, enterprise-ready EU alternative. It delivers digital sovereignty, 100% predictable costs, and robust ransomware protection. Its platform is fully S3-compatible, ensuring a seamless transition and protecting your IT investments of the last 10 years.
Schlüsselpunkte
- True EU sovereignty eliminates exposure to the US CLOUD Act, ensuring your data remains under European jurisdiction and is fully GDPR-compliant.
- A pricing model with zero egress fees, no API call costs, and no minimum storage durations provides 100% predictable cloud storage budgets.
- Immutable Storage with S3 Object Lock is a critical defense against ransomware, making backup data unchangeable and guaranteeing recoverability.
Eliminate CLOUD Act Exposure With True EU Sovereignty
Using a US-based cloud provider exposes your data to the US CLOUD Act. This allows US authorities to demand data, even from EU data centers. This creates a direct conflict with GDPR, which requires a clear legal basis for data transfers. Impossible Cloud operates exclusively in certified European data centers. This design provides true digital sovereignty and 100% GDPR compliance. Your data remains under EU jurisdiction, safe from foreign government access requests. Over 80% of EU companies see this as a key criterion. This architecture is the foundation for finding the safest alternative to Ionos.
Achieve Full Cost Control by Removing Egress Fees
Many cloud providers charge significant egress fees for data retrieval. These hidden costs can exceed 35% of a total cloud bill. This makes budget forecasting unpredictable and creates vendor lock-in. Impossible Cloud eliminates this problem with a transparent pricing model. You get zero egress fees, zero API call costs, and no minimum storage durations. This approach ensures 100% predictable expenses for your business. A clear cloud storage price comparison reveals the long-term savings. This financial clarity is essential for sustainable growth.
Guarantee Data Access With an Enterprise-Ready Architecture
Complex storage tiers often lead to restore delays and unexpected fees. Our "Always-Hot" architecture ensures all data is immediately accessible. This model avoids the operational complexity of managing multiple storage classes. Full S3-API compatibility ensures your existing tools and scripts work without changes. This protects your technology investments and simplifies migration by over 50%. We provide a powerful German alternative to hyperscalers. This focus on performance prepares you for the next challenge.
Implement Advanced Ransomware Defense With Immutable Storage
Ransomware attacks target backup data in over 90% of cases. A secure alternative must offer more than just basic storage. Impossible Cloud provides Immutable Storage using S3 Object Lock. This feature makes your data unchangeable for a defined period. It creates a secure copy that even ransomware cannot encrypt. This is a core component of a modern immutable backup strategy. Follow this checklist for robust protection:
- Activate S3 Object Lock on all critical backup buckets.
- Set appropriate retention periods based on your compliance needs.
- Use granular IAM policies to restrict access to storage functions.
- Implement Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for all administrative users.
- Regularly test your disaster recovery plan with a full restore drill.
This proactive security posture is what makes it the safest alternative to Ionos.
Future-Proof Your Operations for NIS-2 and the EU Data Act
New EU regulations are raising the bar for digital operations. The NIS-2 directive requires robust security and supply-chain assurance from cloud providers. The EU Data Act, applicable from September 2025, mandates data portability and interoperability. Impossible Cloud is sovereign by design, aligning with these future requirements. Our commitment to open standards ensures you can move your data without lock-in. This focus on regulatory readiness gives you a competitive advantage. It also prepares you to support your own partners and clients.
Empower MSPs With a Predictable, Partner-Ready Platform
Managed Service Providers need partners that support their business model. Predictable costs are essential for building profitable BaaS offerings. Our model with zero egress fees guarantees stable margins for MSPs. The platform is built for the channel with a multi-tenant console and robust automation via API/CLI. Onboarding a new client takes less than 60 minutes. We are expanding our reach through distributors like api in Germany and Northamber plc in the UK. This ecosystem provides the foundation for effective backup and data protection services.
Mehr links
European Data Protection Board (EDPB) provides the EU Cloud Code of Conduct, outlining best practices for cloud service providers to comply with GDPR.
German Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) offers statistical data and tables on cloud computing usage in German companies within the ICT sector.
European Commission outlines the EU's strategy for data, detailing its vision for a data-driven economy.
European Commission presents the EU's policies on cloud computing, fostering cloud adoption and innovation.
FAQ
How does S3 compatibility help in switching cloud providers?
Full S3 API compatibility means your existing applications, backup tools, and scripts can connect to the new storage provider without needing code changes. This dramatically simplifies the migration process, reduces risk, and protects your previous investments in S3-integrated software.
Is storage in an EU data center enough for GDPR compliance?
Not always. If the provider is a US-based company, the CLOUD Act may still apply, creating a compliance risk. For guaranteed GDPR compliance, it is best to choose a European provider that operates exclusively under EU law, ensuring data is protected from foreign legal access.
What is an 'Always-Hot' storage model?
An 'Always-Hot' storage model means all data is stored in a single, high-performance tier and is always immediately accessible. This simplifies operations by eliminating the need for complex data tiering policies and avoids the delays and retrieval fees associated with restoring data from archive or cold storage tiers.
How does a predictable cost model benefit Managed Service Providers (MSPs)?
A predictable cost model with no egress or API fees allows MSPs to build Backup-as-a-Service (BaaS) and Archive-as-a-Service (AaaS) offerings with stable, defensible margins. They can price their services confidently without worrying about fluctuating, unpredictable costs from their storage vendor.



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