Backblaze B2
Backblaze B2 offers affordable, scalable cloud object storage with a generous always-free tier for developers and small projects. · Backblaze · Storage
Overview
Backblaze B2 provides cost-effective, S3-compatible object storage with a generous always-free tier, ideal for backups, media, and small-scale cloud storage needs.
Good fit
Use Backblaze B2 for affordable, scalable object storage when you need S3 compatibility or simple backups for small to medium workloads.
- backups
- media storage
- indie projects
- S3-compatible workflows
Not a fit
Avoid if you require advanced CDN features, ultra-low latency, or need to store and serve large volumes of data for free.
- need global CDN
- require ultra-low latency
- expect high free bandwidth
Quickstart · 5 steps
- Sign up for a Backblaze account.
- Create a B2 bucket in the dashboard.
- Generate an application key for API access.
- Upload files via web UI, CLI, or S3-compatible tools.
- Configure bucket permissions and lifecycle rules as needed.
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