Object Storage Compatible with S3 API
Build faster, store smarter, and scale without stress. Hostman’s S3-compatible storage gives you performance, security, and simplicity—all at a price you’ll love.
Fast Access &
Great Availability
Great Availability
Access your data instantly from anywhere with high-speed connections and 99.98% uptime SLA.
Transparent Pricing
& Zero Hidden Fees
& Zero Hidden Fees
Forget about unpredictable costs with hourly billing, plus no egress or operation fees, ever.
Enterprise-Grade
Security
Security
Your data is replicated thrice and stored in ISO 27001-certified data centers with private networks and DDoS protection.
S3-Compatible &
Easy Integration
Easy Integration
Use any tool that supports S3 API: AWS CLI, S3cmd, Cyberduck, or SDKs. Works seamlessly with your workflow.
How to Start Using Object Storage
on Hostman
Using Hostman’s Object Storage is pretty simple—no heavy expertise required. Ready to begin? Count to five:
1.
Sign Up
Create an account in the Hostman Control Panel. It only takes a minute and gives you instant access to all cloud services.
2.
Create a Bucket
Go to the S3 Storage section and click Create. In the creation menu, choose a name, region, storage size, and access type (private or public). Automatic data transfer is available from an external S3-compatible storage.
3.
Upload Your Files
Use our simple web interface or any S3-compatible tool like AWS CLI, S3cmd, or Cyberduck to upload your files quickly and securely.
4.
Configure Access & Lifecycle Rules
Manage permissions, enable versioning, or set lifecycle policies to automate archiving and data retention. That’s it—your data is ready to use, scale, and stay protected.
5.
Enjoy Your Storage
Experience fast, reliable storage with zero egress fees, free operations, and simple scaling. Manage your data effortlessly through the Hostman Control Panel and keep your projects running smoothly.
Enjoy Transparent Hostman S3 Storage Pricing
With Hostman, you don’t need guides to understand what you're paying for. Pay only for the storage space you actually use—no read, write, or egress fees.
10 GB
$1
/month
Free bandwidth
Free SSL certificates
Private and public buckets
Custom domains
Need help configuring
your cloud object storage?
Our specialists are here to guide you—whether you’re launching
a new project or migrating an existing one.
a new project or migrating an existing one.
Available Object Storage Features
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S3-Compatible Tools
Integrate easily with AWS CLI, SDKs, S3cmd, WinSCP, GeeseFS, or Cyberduck. No need to change your workflow—everything works out of the box.
Effortless Scaling
Scale your storage instantly without downtime. Hostman automatically handles capacity, performance, and replication.
Advanced Data Protection
Use Object Lock to prevent deletion, enable Versioning to track changes, and apply Lifecycle Rules for automated archiving and cost optimization.
What Is Object Storage and S3 Protocol
Object Storage is a scalable, cloud-based system designed to store data as individual objects, each containing the file, metadata, and a unique identifier in a flat architecture. This approach makes it ideal for managing large volumes of unstructured data such as backups, media, logs, or datasets.
The S3 protocol defines a standard way to interact with such storage using simple commands for uploading, retrieving, and managing data. It supports tools and SDKs used by developers worldwide—from AWS CLI and S3cmd to Cyberduck and custom integrations.
Hostman’s Object Storage combines S3 compatibility with an intuitive Control Panel and transparent pricing. It’s built for developers and small businesses that need reliable, cost-effective data storage without vendor lock-in. Whether you’re hosting static assets, archiving data, or scaling applications, Hostman gives you the flexibility, performance, and control to grow with confidence.
The S3 protocol defines a standard way to interact with such storage using simple commands for uploading, retrieving, and managing data. It supports tools and SDKs used by developers worldwide—from AWS CLI and S3cmd to Cyberduck and custom integrations.
Hostman’s Object Storage combines S3 compatibility with an intuitive Control Panel and transparent pricing. It’s built for developers and small businesses that need reliable, cost-effective data storage without vendor lock-in. Whether you’re hosting static assets, archiving data, or scaling applications, Hostman gives you the flexibility, performance, and control to grow with confidence.
Object Storage Use Cases
Backup & Disaster
Recovery
Keep backups, snapshots, and archives safe with built-in Object Lock and Versioning. Automate retention policies and lifecycle rules directly in the Control Panel.
Media & Static Asset
Hosting
Deliver images, videos, static web assets, and even host entire static websites globally without worrying about bandwidth costs.
Application
Data Storage
Store logs, datasets, and app files in one secure place. Perfect for AI, analytics, and microservices architectures.
Compare Hostman vs Other Object Storage Providers
Storage size:
250 GB or (GiB)
Hostman
DigitalOcean
Google Cloud
AWS
Cost per month
$4
$5
$5.75
$5.75
Data transfer
Free
1 TiB free, then
$0.01/GiB
$0.01/GiB
From $0.08 to
$0.12/GB
$0.12/GB
From $0.01 to
$0.09/GB
$0.09/GB
Tech support
Free
$24/month
$29/month or
3% of monthly
charges
3% of monthly
charges
$29/month or
3% of monthly
charges
3% of monthly
charges
Ready to Switch
to Simpler Object Storage?
Migrate to Hostman today and enjoy fast and reliable S3 Storage with zero hidden fees and free assistance every step of the way.
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Why Tech Teams Choose Hostman
99.98% SLA uptime
Enterprise-grade availability backed by SLA.
Clear, pay‑as‑you‑go pricing
No unexpected charges—pay only for what you allocate.
24/7 expert support
Free migration help and live support via chat, email, phone, or any messenger.
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Answers to Your Questions
Why is S3 called Object Storage?
Because it stores data as objects—each file is packaged with metadata and a unique identifier, unlike traditional file or block storage systems. This approach ensures excellent scalability, durability, and easy retrieval across distributed environments, making S3 a foundation for modern cloud storage.
What is an example of an Object Storage system?
Amazon S3 is the best-known example of object-based storage, setting the benchmark for the industry. Hostman’s S3-compatible Object Storage matches that standard with full API compatibility while adding transparent pricing, no egress or operation fees, and an intuitive Control Panel for easier management.
Is S3 the same as Blob Storage?
While both Object Storage and Blob Storage follow a similar principle of storing data as objects, there are key differences between them. In Azure, 'Blob Storage' refers to Microsoft's proprietary implementation, while 'S3' represents Amazon's API protocol, which has become the industry standard for interoperability.
S3-compatible systems—like Hostman’s Object Storage—allow developers to use the same tools, SDKs, and workflows across multiple platforms, ensuring portability and flexibility. This makes it easier to integrate cloud storage into any project without being locked into a single provider.
What is Object Storage best for?
Object Storage is ideal for managing large, unstructured datasets such as backups, images, videos, logs, and AI training data. It provides scalability, reliability, and cost-efficiency, making it perfect for startups, developers, and businesses that handle growing data volumes or global content distribution.
What is the difference between an S3 object and a bucket?
A bucket is a logical container that holds your objects (files) and organizes them for better access and management. Each bucket can have tailored access policies, permissions, versioning, and lifecycle rules to automate retention, archiving, and cost control.
Object Storage vs Block Storage—what’s the difference?
Object Storage keeps files as complete, self-contained objects with metadata and unique identifiers, ideal for scalability and cloud-based workflows. Block Storage, on the other hand, splits data into fixed-size blocks and is better for databases and low-latency systems. If you need affordable scalability, redundancy, and ease of access, Object Storage is the right choice for your project.
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Object Storage on Hostman
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