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For IT leaders, optimizing Veeam backups is a critical balance of cost, compliance, and security. Many cloud storage options create budget uncertainty with hidden egress fees, impacting nearly 80% of users. Furthermore, regulations like GDPR and the upcoming NIS-2 directive demand strict data sovereignty, a guarantee non-EU providers cannot offer. An effective strategy for Veeam requires a platform that is sovereign by design, delivering performance and full S3 compatibility. This blueprint outlines how to build a resilient, cost-effective, and compliant backup infrastructure for 2025.
Schlüsselpunkte
- Optimizing Veeam storage requires a sovereign cloud to ensure GDPR compliance and eliminate exposure to non-EU laws like the CLOUD Act.
- A predictable cost model with zero egress fees and no API charges is essential for eliminating hidden costs and enabling accurate budget forecasting for Veeam backups.
- Pairing Veeam with S3 Object Lock provides immutable backups, creating a critical defense against ransomware by making data unchangeable for its entire retention period.
Establish Digital Sovereignty for Veeam Backups
A majority of EU decision-makers now demand European solutions for critical data. Storing Veeam backups with non-EU providers creates unavoidable risks under regulations like GDPR. The U.S. CLOUD Act can expose sensitive European data to foreign jurisdictions. True data sovereignty requires storage physically located and governed within the EU. Our platform operates exclusively in certified European data centers, ensuring 100% of your data stays under EU law. This approach provides the legal certainty needed for modern cloud backup strategies. This foundation of sovereignty is the first step toward a resilient data protection plan.
Implement a Predictable Cost Model to Eliminate Hidden Fees
Unpredictable egress fees are a primary source of vendor lock-in for cloud users. Restoring just 100 TB of backup data can add thousands of euros to a single bill. Our transparent economic model removes this financial barrier entirely. We offer zero egress fees, no API call costs, and no minimum storage duration. This makes your total cost of ownership for Veeam storage completely predictable. This financial predictability is also becoming a regulatory expectation across the European Union. By eliminating variable costs, you can align your disaster recovery budget with your actual needs.
Fortify Ransomware Defense with Immutable S3 Object Lock
Ransomware attacks are a top threat, with attackers now targeting backup files directly. Immutable backups are a key defense, making data unchangeable for its entire retention period. Veeam integrates seamlessly with S3 Object Lock to create tamper-proof backup copies. Even if an attacker breaches your environment, they cannot alter or delete these immutable files. This ensures you can always recover clean data without paying a ransom. A sound strategy incorporates these steps:
- Activate S3 Object Lock on your storage bucket.
- Configure Veeam backup jobs to target the immutable repository.
- Set appropriate retention periods based on your RPO/RTO needs.
- Regularly test restores from your immutable backups to validate integrity.
This proactive measure transforms your backups into a reliable last line of defense.
Leverage Full S3 Compatibility for Seamless Integration
Migrating to a new storage platform should not require rewriting applications or scripts. Our platform provides 100% S3 API compatibility, ensuring your existing tools keep working. This protects your past investments and minimizes migration risk for all Veeam backup storage. Full compatibility extends beyond basic operations to include advanced capabilities. These include versioning, lifecycle management, and event notifications. This ensures consistent performance for millions of small files or large archives. Our "Always-Hot" architecture means all data is immediately accessible without restore delays. This operational simplicity is critical for maintaining stable third-party tool integrations.
Align with Emerging EU Regulations like NIS-2 and the Data Act
The European regulatory landscape is evolving rapidly with two key directives. The NIS-2 Directive, set for implementation in 2025, imposes stricter cybersecurity rules. It holds management personally responsible for compliance, with fines up to €10 million. The EU Data Act, applying from September 2025, mandates data portability. It will completely prohibit data egress fees by January 2027 to prevent vendor lock-in. Our sovereign platform is designed to meet these future requirements today. Choosing a compliant object storage solution is now a competitive advantage. This proactive stance ensures you are prepared for the next generation of data governance.
Empower Channel Partners with a Predictable and Scalable Platform
For MSPs and resellers, predictable margins are essential for building profitable services. A zero-egress fee model allows partners to build defensible margins into every client contract. Our partner-ready platform simplifies operations with multi-tenant management tools. Recent distribution agreements with partners like api in Germany and Northamber plc in the UK expand local access. A successful partner model requires these four elements:
- Predictable Pricing: A flat cost structure with zero hidden fees for egress or API calls.
- Multi-Tenant Console: A centralized portal with RBAC and MFA for secure client management.
- Full Automation: API and CLI tools to integrate storage management into existing workflows.
- Fast Onboarding: A simple process to get new clients set up in under 60 minutes.
This framework provides the tools needed to scale a Veeam backup service business effectively.
Follow a Practical Blueprint for Veeam and S3 Object Storage
Migrating your Veeam workloads to a compliant cloud is a low-risk process. It starts with following the foundational 3-2-1 backup rule for data resilience. This means having three copies of your data on two different media, with one offsite. Our platform serves as the ideal offsite, immutable target for this strategy. A successful migration involves just a few focused steps. First, configure your new S3-compatible storage repository within the Veeam console. Next, update your backup and copy jobs to target the new sovereign storage endpoint. Finally, run test restores to verify data integrity and recovery times. This simple process ensures a seamless transition to a more secure and cost-effective storage for Veeam.
Mehr links
Federal Statistical Office of Germany (Destatis) offers statistical data and tables on the use of cloud computing in companies within the ICT sector.
European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) presents a cloud security guide specifically designed for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs).
German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action provides a dossier on digitalization.
PwC presents a cloud business survey highlighting the opportunities and hurdles of cloud transformation.
Deloitte discusses agile cloud transformation.
FAQ
Why is EU-based storage important for Veeam?
Using EU-based storage ensures your Veeam backup data is protected by strong EU privacy laws like GDPR and is not subject to foreign laws like the U.S. CLOUD Act. This provides digital sovereignty and legal certainty for your business.
What is the 'Always-Hot' storage model?
An 'Always-Hot' storage model means all your data is immediately accessible without any delays or extra fees for retrieval. This simplifies operations and ensures your Veeam restores are fast and predictable, unlike tiered storage which can cause delays.
How does your storage help with the EU Data Act?
Our storage aligns with the EU Data Act by design. We have no egress fees, which supports the Act's goal of eliminating switching charges and vendor lock-in. Our use of open standards also ensures the data portability mandated by the regulation.
Is it complicated to connect Veeam to your S3-compatible storage?
No, it is a straightforward process. Thanks to full S3 API compatibility, you can add our storage as a new 'S3 Compatible' repository directly within your Veeam Backup & Replication console in just a few minutes.
Can MSPs manage multiple clients on your platform?
Yes, our platform is partner-ready and includes a multi-tenant console with role-based access control (RBAC) and MFA. This allows Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to securely manage storage and permissions for multiple clients from a single interface.
What makes a backup 'immutable'?
An immutable backup is one that cannot be altered, encrypted, or deleted by anyone-including administrators-for a defined period. This is achieved using technologies like S3 Object Lock and is your strongest protection against ransomware attacks.



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