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The demand for digital sovereignty is reshaping the European cloud market, with over 84% of organizations planning to use sovereign solutions. This shift is driven by the need to comply with GDPR and avoid exposure to foreign laws like the US CLOUD Act, a concern for 72% of SMEs. Yet, many feel locked into their current providers due to punitive data egress fees, which can inflate cloud bills by over 60%. This article details a practical strategy for adopting enterprise-grade S3 storage in Europe that guarantees data residency, provides predictable costs, and strengthens your security posture against modern threats.
Key Takeaways
- True digital sovereignty is only possible with a 100% European provider for S3 storage, eliminating exposure to foreign laws like the US CLOUD Act.
- A zero egress fee model provides complete cost predictability, aligning with the EU Data Act's goal to ban switching charges by 2027.
- Immutable storage with Object Lock is a critical defense against ransomware, ensuring backups cannot be altered or deleted by attackers.
Establish Digital Sovereignty by Eliminating Foreign Law Exposure
True digital sovereignty requires that your data is subject only to the laws of the country where it is stored. The US CLOUD Act of 2018 allows U.S. authorities to compel American companies to provide data, regardless of where it resides physically. This creates a direct conflict with GDPR's Article 48, which requires a formal international agreement for such transfers. Storing data with a U.S.-based provider, even in an EU datacenter, exposes your organization to this legal risk. Choosing a 100% European provider for S3 storage in Europe removes this conflict entirely. This ensures your data governance aligns with EU legal frameworks from the ground up. This strategic decision is the first step toward building a truly resilient and compliant data infrastructure.
Achieve Cost Predictability with a Zero Egress Fee Model
Unpredictable costs are a primary pain point for IT leaders, with egress fees for data retrieval being a major cause. Moving just 50TB of data can cost thousands in egress fees alone, creating a powerful form of vendor lock-in. A transparent economic model eliminates this barrier by design. We offer S3 storage with no egress fees, no API call costs, and no minimum storage durations. This provides absolute budget certainty for enterprises and predictable margins for MSPs. The EU Data Act, fully applicable from September 2025, supports this shift by mandating the complete removal of switching charges, including egress fees, by January 2027. Adopting a zero-egress model today positions your business ahead of regulatory curves.
Deploy Enterprise-Ready, Fully S3-Compatible Storage
Migrating to a new platform should not require rewriting applications or abandoning investments in existing tools. Full S3 API compatibility ensures your pipelines, scripts, and backup software work without modification. This goes beyond basic operations to include advanced capabilities. Here is what you should expect:
- Support for versioning, lifecycle management, and event notifications.
- Seamless integration with leading backup tools like NovaBackup.
- Consistent performance across API, CLI, and SDK interfaces.
- An "Always-Hot" storage model, ensuring all data is accessible in milliseconds without restore delays.
This architecture avoids the complexity of fragile tiering policies, which often lead to API timeouts and hidden restore fees. A high-performance, S3-compatible platform protects your past investments and minimizes migration risk to zero.
Build a Resilient Defense Against Ransomware
Ransomware attacks are projected to cause trillions in damages annually by 2025, making immutable backups a critical last line of defense. Immutable storage, using Object Lock technology, prevents data from being altered or deleted by anyone-including attackers with stolen credentials. This ensures a clean, uncorrupted copy of your data is always available for recovery. Our security posture combines this with multiple layers of protection. These include:
- Multi-layer encryption for data in transit and at rest.
- Granular Identity and Access Management (IAM) with MFA and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC).
- Operation exclusively within certified European data centers.
- Geofenced storage to keep data within specific EU countries.
This GDPR-compliant approach turns your backup and archive strategy into a powerful ransomware defense mechanism.
Future-Proof Your Strategy for EU Data Act and NIS-2 Compliance
The European regulatory landscape continues to evolve, demanding greater data portability and security. Two key regulations effective in 2025 are shaping infrastructure requirements. The EU Data Act mandates interoperability and makes it easier to switch cloud providers, a principle inherently supported by a zero-fee, open-standards platform. The NIS-2 Directive imposes stricter cybersecurity duties on critical service providers, including supply-chain assurance and incident reporting within 24 hours. Choosing a provider whose operations are already aligned with these regulations is a competitive advantage. It demonstrates a proactive approach to compliance, reducing risk for your business and your customers. This readiness for future regulations is a core benefit of using sovereign S3 storage in Europe.
Enable MSPs with Predictable Margins and Partner-Ready Tools
For Managed Service Providers, profitability depends on predictable cost structures. The zero egress and API fee model provides stable, defensible margins for Backup-as-a-Service and archiving solutions. We empower our partners with a suite of tools designed for efficiency and scale. This includes a multi-tenant management console with robust RBAC and MFA, full automation via API and CLI, and detailed reporting. Fast onboarding and dedicated support ensure you can deliver value to your clients from day one. Our growing distribution network, including api in Germany and Northamber plc in the UK, expands local access and support for resellers across Europe. This partner-centric approach makes it simple to offer compliant and profitable European cloud storage solutions.
More Links
DLA Piper offers data protection resources, likely focusing on GDPR and German regulations.
The European Data Protection Board provides a document outlining a code of conduct for cloud services.
The UK Government has published a document related to egress fees, potentially in the context of cloud services.
The German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action offers information on digitalization.
The European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) provides a cloud security guide for Small and Medium Enterprises.
FAQ
What does 'S3-compatible' mean for my existing applications?
It means you can use your existing tools, applications, and scripts that are built for the S3 API without any changes. This includes backup software, CLIs, and SDKs. Simply change the endpoint to our European service, and your operations will continue to work, ensuring a seamless migration.
How does your pricing model work without egress or API fees?
Our pricing is transparent and predictable. You pay for the storage you use without any extra charges for data retrieval (egress), API requests, or minimum storage durations. This simplifies budgeting and provides a lower total cost of ownership.
What specific EU regulations does your storage help comply with?
Our platform is designed to help you comply with GDPR, the EU Data Act (mandating portability), and the NIS-2 Directive (requiring high cybersecurity standards). By operating exclusively in EU data centers under an EU entity, we provide a foundation for regulatory readiness.
Can I geofence my data to a specific country?
Yes. We offer country-level geofencing, allowing you to restrict your data storage to specific European countries. This is crucial for regulated industries like finance or healthcare that have strict data localization requirements.
What is an 'Always-Hot' storage model?
An 'Always-Hot' model means all your data is immediately accessible at high performance, with no delays or extra fees for retrieval. This eliminates the complexity and slow restore times associated with tiered storage (hot, cool, archive), simplifying operations and ensuring your data is ready when you need it.
How do you support MSPs and channel partners?
We provide a partner-ready platform with a multi-tenant console, full automation capabilities via API/CLI, and a predictable pricing model that ensures stable margins. We also have a growing distributor network in key markets like Germany and the UK to provide local support.



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