s3 scalable object storage
Object Storage S3-compatible, immutable in Italy, and without egress fees
Create one or more S3-compatible buckets with scalable object storage, included transfers, no hidden fees, and Ceph technology.
Simple and reliable data storage in Italy
Scalable Object Storage is provided by the MI1 infrastructure in Milan. Data never leaves Italian territory and is not transferred to non-EU cloud zones. For organizations subject to GDPR and sectoral compliance requirements, this means a clear and verifiable processing perimeter.
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Compliance
Compliance and Security for your Cloud Data
We protect your data without compromise. We rely on certified data centers, and we ourselves hold certifications that confirm our ongoing commitment to data security.
ISO/IEC 27001:2022
Information Security Management
Information Security Management
ISO/IEC 27017:2015
Specific security controls for cloud services
Specific security controls for cloud services
ISO/IEC 27018:2019
Personal data protection in public cloud
Personal data protection in public cloud
UNI EN ISO 9001:2015
Quality Management System
Quality Management System
Zero egress fee, predictable costs, and included transfers
Scalable Object Storage is billed per TB of space used. Egress transfers are included, allowing you to read, move, and replicate data without additional charges for bandwidth or API operations.
A comparison with leading storage providers
Scalable object storage
AWS S3
Azure Blob Storage
Data localization
Italy (MI1, Milan)
Multi-region UE
Multi-region EU
Egress fee
Included
Extra
Extra
S3 Compatibility
Native (Ceph RGW)
Native
Partial
Object Lock / WORM
Supported
Supported
Supported
ISO 27018
Supported
Supported
Supported
Technical support
Personal, direct
Ticket per tier
Ticket per tier
Pricing
Pay per allocated
GB + egress + API call
GB + egress + operations
GDPR Data Subject
Italian (CloudFire Srl)
Americano (Amazon)
American (Microsoft)
Technical architecture: Optimized Ceph BlueStore, 3x replication
Scalable Object Storage is based on Ceph, an open-source software-defined storage stack. CloudFire has fully adopted BlueStore, Ceph's modern implementation which eliminates the double pass over FileStore's XFS filesystem, and has thoroughly optimized RocksDB for enterprise workloads.
Technical specifications
Availability
99,9%
Durability
99,999999%
Replica
3x on physical nodes
Additional protection
Erasure Coding
Backend storage
Optimized Ceph Bluestore
Disk Types
SSD NVMe, SSD, HDD
Outgoing Bandwidth
Up to 100 Gb/s
Supported Clients
Any S3-compatible client
Localization
MI1 Milan (Data4)
Object Lock
Supported
When is scalable object storage useful?
Backup immutabile con Veeam Object Lock
For those managing Veeam environments, Scalable Object Storage is the S3 repository where Object Lock can be enabled in WORM (Write Once Read Many) mode. Once written, the backup cannot be modified or deleted for the configured retention period, even if credentials are compromised or a ransomware attack occurs.
Relevant technical notes for implementers:
- Object Lock requires Veeam Enterprise license or higher (Scale-Out Repository is necessary);
- The bucket must be created with versioning and locking enabled before integration with Veeam;
- Veeam manages file-by-file retention; do not set a fixed expiration date on the bucket, or data will become permanently immutable
Note tecniche rilevanti per chi implementa:
L'Object Lock richiede Veeam con licenza Enterprise o superiore (necessario lo Scale-Out Repository);
Il bucket va creato con versioning e locking abilitati prima dell'integrazione con Veeam;
È Veeam che gestisce la retention file per file, non impostare una data di scadenza fissa sul bucket o i dati diventano immutabili permanentemente
Off-site Repository for MSPs and System Integrators
MSPs can allocate separate buckets for each end customer, with complete logical isolation and granular access control via S3-compatible IAM policies. Pay-per-GB pricing allows you to pass on costs to the customer with a predictable margin, without having to overprovision in advance.
LinkStorage for cloud-native applications and microservices
For software companies developing on Kubernetes or serverless architectures, Scalable Object Storage exposes S3-standard APIs, requiring no code changes if your application already uses AWS SDKs (boto3, aws-sdk-js, s3cmd). Automatic horizontal scaling, without upfront capacity planning.
Big Data Storage, AI/ML, media assets
Training datasets, aggregated logs, heavy media assets: bandwidth up to 100 Gb/s and latency optimized by Ceph BlueStore make direct S3 API access suitable even for AI/ML pipelines that require high throughput and predictable costs.
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FAQ
What is CloudFire's Scalable Object Storage?
It's an S3-compatible object storage, based on optimized Ceph BlueStore, provided by an ISO 27001 certified data center in Milan. It enables scalable storage of any data type, with 3x replication and 99.999999% durability. Data transfers are included in the cost.
Are outbound data transfers (egress) included with CloudFire Scalable Object Storage?
Yes. Outbound transfers are fully included in the price. You only pay for the storage space used. No egress fee, no additional costs for read or write API operations.
Is data stored physically in Italy with Scalable Object Storage?
Yes. Scalable Object Storage is delivered from the MI1 datacenter in Milan (Data4). Data never leaves Italian territory and is never replicated to non-EU infrastructure.
Is CloudFire Scalable Object Storage GDPR-compliant?
Yes. CloudFire holds ISO 27001, 27017 and 27018 certifications. Storing data exclusively in Italy simplifies GDPR data processing mapping and the appointment of CloudFire as Data Processor (DPA).
Can I use Scalable Object Storage as a Veeam repository with Object Lock enabled?
Yes. Scalable Object Storage supports Veeam Object Lock in WORM mode. Veeam Enterprise or higher licences are required for the Scale-Out Repository. The bucket must be created with versioning and locking enabled before integration with Veeam.
Which tools and SDKs are compatible with Scalable Object Storage?
Any client supporting Amazon S3 APIs: Veeam Backup & Replication, Acronis Cyber Protect, rclone, s3cmd, boto3, AWS SDK for all languages, Cyberduck, MinIO Client. No changes needed if your application already uses an S3-compatible SDK.
What is the difference between Object Storage and Block Storage?
Object Storage organises data as objects with associated metadata: ideal for large volumes of unstructured data (backups, media, logs, AI/ML datasets). Block Storage divides data into numbered blocks: suited to operating systems, databases and applications requiring low-latency access to structured data.
Is there a maximum capacity limit for Scalable Object Storage?
No predefined limit exists. The Ceph architecture is scale-out: capacity grows by adding nodes without service interruption. For very high volumes or specific throughput requirements, a dedicated technical assessment is available on request.
