S3-Compatible Object Storage from Germany for Massive Data Workloads
Enterprise-grade cloud storage designed for backups, big data, AI, and IoT workloads – fully GDPR-compliant and hosted with complete data sovereignty. Scale effortlessly starting at just €5 per month with free outbound traffic.
Get Started with centron S3 Object Storage – Built for Every Use Case
Whether you need to store massive datasets for big data analytics, train AI and machine learning models, deliver static web assets, optimize video streaming, share software and files, or securely archive backups and logs – centron S3 Object Storage provides a highly scalable and cost-efficient solution tailored to your business needs.
€5.00 / month
Start with a single bucket and scale to hundreds – test our Object Storage free for 60 days.
Learn more about S3 Object Storage or talk to one of our sales managers to get started.
250 GB
Included storage (minimum commitment, equals €5.00 / month)
∞
Items per bucket
€0.02
/ additional GB of storage
€0.00
/ GB of incoming external traffic
Flexible Object Storage for Backups and Long-Term Data Retention
With our Object Storage, you get a scalable and cost-efficient solution for any scenario where reliable data storage matters. The infrastructure is designed to securely handle large volumes of data, process them quickly, and ensure availability at all times. This makes it ideal not only for traditional backups and archiving, but also for big data analytics, training AI and machine learning models, or powering complex video pipelines. You only pay for the storage you actually use – with no hidden fees.
High-Performance Cloud Object Storage for Demanding Workloads
centron Object Storage is optimized for applications handling up to 1,500 requests per second at top speed. Fast read and write operations with low latency make it perfect for video streaming, online transactions, and large software packages – delivering consistent performance even under heavy load.
S3-Compatible Object Storage for Seamless Integration
Our fully S3-compatible platform lets you continue using your existing tools, plugins, and workflows without any changes, since all familiar API calls remain the same. This makes switching from other providers effortless and enables a fast, hassle-free launch of your projects.
Your Advantage with centron S3 Object Storage – Maximum Security with GDPR-Compliant Data Sovereignty and Object Lock
With centron S3 Object Storage, you gain a powerful and highly scalable storage solution that combines performance with data protection.
Benefit from up to 1,500 requests per second per client IP and full S3 compatibility,
enabling seamless integration into your existing workflows.
Your data is stored exclusively in German ISO 27001-certified data centers, ensuring full control and security at all times.
In addition, the Ceph-based S3 Object Lock feature safeguards your data in WORM mode (“Write Once, Read Many”) against tampering or ransomware.
All of this comes with transparent pricing – starting at just €0.02 per gigabyte per month, including free inbound external traffic.
Easily migrate your data to centron S3 Object Storage
Our migration service makes it simple to transfer your data from other cloud providers into your centron S3 buckets. Enjoy a smooth migration between different cloud storage accounts with two flexible options:
Option 1: Self-service migration via ccloud³ VM
Get started with our 60-day free trial including €200 starting credit. Instantly launch a
ccloud³ VM and connect it with centron S3 Object Storage (minimum 250 GB storage required).
An easy and risk-free way to explore both VM and storage at your own pace – with no hidden costs.
Option 2: Managed migration by centron
Let our experts handle the entire migration for you – secure, efficient, and with zero downtime for your ongoing operations.
The centron team takes care of the full transfer from other cloud providers into centron S3 Object Storage, including planning, execution, and final validation.
Common Use Cases for centron S3 Object Storage
AI Model Training & Big Data Analytics
Video Streaming
Whether for live streaming or video-on-demand, centron Object Storage ensures low latency and high availability – even during peak traffic. Enjoy fast loading times and smooth playback quality without buffering or stream interruptions.
File Delivery via CDN
Whether software libraries, container images, or large media files – with centron S3 Object Storage and integrated CDN, your content is delivered with top performance and zero latency. Our reliable infrastructure and GDPR-compliant storage in Germany ensure both security and compliance.
Backup and Log Storage
centron Object Storage automatically scales with your needs, making it the perfect solution for backups and log data. With unlimited scalability, you can archive as many files as required, while our pricing model ensures you only pay for what you actually use. Redundant storage in certified German data centers guarantees maximum reliability.
IoT Applications and Data Lakes
For IoT architectures and large distributed datasets, centron S3 Object Storage provides scalability, S3 compatibility, and seamless integration. It is the ideal foundation for a central data lake to store and analyze information in near real time, powering AI-driven insights and decisions.
Secure Storage for Sensitive Business Data
centron S3 Object Storage meets the highest standards of data protection and compliance. Certified data centers in Germany ensure GDPR compliance and complete data sovereignty. Critical information – from financial and customer records to medical data – is stored redundantly and encrypted for maximum security.
S3 Object Storage FAQ
Everything you need to know about Object Storage, Cloud Storage, and Big Data Storage
What is S3 Object Storage?
S3 Object Storage is a scalable, S3-compatible cloud storage solution for unstructured data. With centron S3 Object Storage, you can reliably store large datasets, backups, and video streaming content, while paying only for the storage space you actually use. Your data is stored in full compliance with GDPR, ensuring complete data sovereignty in Germany.
How can I migrate data from other cloud providers to centron S3 Object Storage?
Migrating to centron S3 Object Storage is straightforward and secure. You have two options: Use the self-service option with a free 60-day trial of the ccloud³ VM, including €200 starting credit, to transfer your data independently. Alternatively, choose our managed migration service, where our expert team takes care of the entire process and ensures a smooth transition from your current storage provider.
Which use cases does centron S3 Object Storage support?
centron S3 Object Storage is designed for a wide range of use cases – from big data analytics and training AI/machine learning models to video streaming, software distribution, file sharing, as well as secure backup and log storage.
Block Storage vs. Object Storage – what’s the difference?
Block Storage and Object Storage represent two distinct approaches to data storage. Both can be operated with high availability, redundancy, and encryption, but differ in structure, latency, scalability, and use cases. Block Storage breaks data into fixed-size blocks that are stored like on a virtual hard drive without metadata – making it ideal for transaction-heavy workloads such as databases, virtual machines, or systems with direct storage access. Object Storage, on the other hand, stores data as objects with metadata, making it the preferred choice for handling large volumes of unstructured data such as backups, archives, or multimedia content.
What are the advantages of Object Storage?
Object Storage stands out for unlimited scalability, high reliability, cost efficiency, and ease of management. It is particularly well-suited for large volumes of unstructured data, such as in web applications, media archives, or big data analytics. centron S3 Object Storage combines these strengths with strict GDPR compliance and full data sovereignty. On top of that, you benefit from exceptional cost efficiency: starting at €0.02 per gigabyte per month, you only pay for the storage you actually use – with external traffic included.
Can I store data immutably with centron S3 Object Storage?
Yes. centron S3 Object Storage is built on Ceph technology and supports the S3 Object Lock feature. This allows you to store data in Write Once, Read Many (WORM) mode, ensuring that files cannot be modified or deleted for a defined retention period. It is ideal for legal compliance, audits, and tamper-proof archiving. In addition, Object Lock provides strong protection against ransomware, preventing manipulated files from overwriting your original data.
Which Object Storage providers are available in Germany as an alternative to US providers?
In Germany, several Object Storage providers offer solutions that comply with strict security standards and ensure data is stored exclusively within the EU to meet GDPR requirements. centron S3 Object Storage is operated entirely in our own ISO 27001-certified data centers in Germany, with 24/7 monitoring and direct support from experienced engineers. This guarantees secure and sovereign storage of large data volumes – without dependency on US corporations or exposure to their legal access rights.