WAYSCloud introduces S3-compatible object storage built for European infrastructure
WAYSCloud has introduced a new object storage service, fully compatible with the Amazon S3 API and designed for organizations that require control, predictability and European data residency.
WAYSCloud S3 combines the widely adopted S3 standard with infrastructure hosted in Norway, offering a familiar developer experience without dependence on external platforms or region complexity.
S3 compatibility without compromise
WAYSCloud S3 is fully compatible with the S3 API, meaning existing tools, SDKs and workflows work without modification.
Applications can use standard clients such as AWS CLI, boto3 or other S3 libraries by simply pointing to the WAYSCloud endpoint.
This allows teams to adopt the platform without rewriting code or changing established workflows.
Built for control and data governance
The service is designed for organizations that require clear control over how and where data is stored.
All storage is hosted within European infrastructure, with a consistent regional model and no cross-region drift. This makes it easier to maintain compliance, audit data handling and align with internal governance requirements.
The focus is not only on storage capacity, but on operational clarity.
Predictable and transparent by design
WAYSCloud S3 provides real-time visibility into storage usage, object counts and projected cost directly in the platform.
Instead of relying on delayed billing data or external tools, teams can understand their storage footprint as it evolves.
This makes it easier to plan, manage and control storage at scale.
Designed for real-world workloads
The platform supports a wide range of use cases, including:
Application file storage
Static asset hosting
Backup and archival
Media storage
Data pipeline staging
Storage scales automatically, without the need for capacity planning or minimum commitments.
A European alternative to global storage platforms
Many storage solutions are tied to global infrastructure models that introduce complexity around regions, pricing and data handling.
WAYSCloud S3 provides a simpler alternative — maintaining compatibility with the S3 standard while keeping data within a controlled European environment.
Availability
WAYSCloud S3 is available now.
See the documentation for setup and usage details.
Or start using storage directly in the platform.