Object Storage for Growing AI/ML Workloads

Scale and secure across the AI/ML lifecycle, from raw datasets to refined training models and LLMs.

The Foundation for Scaling Your AI/ML Data

Build Faster

Set up in minutes and enjoy immediate access to your raw datasets, LLMs, and training data repositories.

Scale Flexibly

Scale from gigabytes to petabytes, and integrate with your preferred GPU compute and serverless partners.

Store Securely

Protect your valuable data with 99.9% uptime SLA, designed for 11 nines durability, SSE, and SOC-2 compliance.

Win Affordably

Store project data at ⅕ the cost of AWS S3 with free egress up to 3x data stored, and unlimited with select partners.

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Optimize Your AI/ML Data Pipeline

Backblaze B2 serves as the backbone for your AI/ML data—from raw datasets to model data and beyond.

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Buy Your Way, Always Know What You’ll Pay

See how Backblaze B2 pricing gives real value at 1/5 the rates of AWS S3.

  • 100% flexibility for Opex needs
  • Scale up or down as needed
  • Credit card payment available
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Storage

(TB/month)

$6

$26

$20

$23

Egress

($/GB)

Free*

$0.09

$0.08

$0.11

Priced So You Can Store and Use It All

One-fifth the rates of AWS S3. Free egress up to 3x data stored and no hidden fees or limits.

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Lock down more value with B2 Reserve bundles with all-inclusive pricing.

  • 100% consistency for CapEx needs
  • Starts at 20TB
  • Includes data migration and premium support
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Storage

(250TB/year)

$19,500

$75,600

$52,392

$69,000

Egress

($/GB)

$0*

$0.06

$0.05

$0.08

The Advantages of Backblaze B2

Public Clouds and Cloud Drives

Start in minutes via APIs, SDKs, CLI, Web UI, and integrate with leading compute and serverless partners.

Instantly Available

99.9% uptime SLA—fast, uninterrupted access to your data with no cold storage delays or premiums.

Multi-Cloud

Avoid vendor lock-in by supplementing your stack with Backblaze B2 and optimize for mobility and performance.

Always-On Support

Access our solution engineers and support techs for real-time, human help from proof of concept to implementation.

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Migrating Content/Data to Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage is Fast and Free

Backblaze’s Universal Data Migration service moves large datasets securely into B2 Cloud Storage. And, with >50TB committed contracts and any B2 Reserve bundle, it’s almost always free to you. That’s right—with few exceptions, transfer and legacy vendor egress fees are on us.

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Server, NAS, and SAN

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FAQ

How does Backblaze B2 support AI/ML projects?

Backblaze B2 provides high-performance, S3-compatible object storage that's ideal for AI/ML workloads. With always-hot access to data storage, you can easily store and manage your raw datasets and training models, enabling rapid development and deployment of AI/ML applications. Plus, with our affordable pricing, you can scale your project without breaking the bank.

Can Backblaze B2 handle the extensive data requirements of AI/ML training and inference?

Absolutely. Backblaze B2 is designed for managing the substantial data involved in AI/ML projects, particularly as secure and scalable storage for long-term archival of training data. While Backblaze B2 isn’t typically used for high I/O demands of model training, it provides a reliable solution for storing your training data before and after the compute-intensive training process.

Is Backblaze B2 easy to integrate with my existing tech stack?

Yes, Backblaze B2 integrates seamlessly with your existing technologies, making it easy to use and manage. Our Technology Partners work hand-in-hand with Backblaze to ensure a seamless experience.

How does Backblaze B2 ensure the security and privacy of project data?

Backblaze B2 uses a wide range of industry-standard security practices and technologies to protect your data, from two-factor authentication to server-side encryption (SSE). The platform is also designed for 11 nines of durability. And, your data is stored securely and privately in our SOC-2 compliant data centers, with you retaining full control over your data at all times.

What types of applications are best suited for Backblaze B2?

Backblaze B2 is ideal for any game environment or platform that requires high-performance, scalable object storage with always-hot access to data. It's also a great option for backup and archival storage, as well as long-term media and entertainment content storage.

How do I get started with Backblaze B2?

Many customers find it easy to get set up on their own in under 20 minutes using our Integration Guides. Simply designate Backblaze B2 as the cloud storage target in your existing backup software. Of course, Sales and Solution Engineers are also happy to help assist customers with large data sets or more complicated migration needs.

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