We're looking to provide our clients with their own personal cloud storage space where they can easily store their files. The interface needs to be straightforward, featuring a Personal folder for their files and a Shared folder for documents we need access to. I've checked out some UI examples similar to Google Drive and Dropbox. I already have an Azure account, but I'm open to upgrading if Azure offers suitable solutions. Given our need for branding, it's essential that the storage URL includes our company's name. Any recommendations?
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Just a heads up, Azure storage has egress traffic fees that can add up quickly. Depending on what you're doing, solutions like OneDrive or SharePoint could be a better fit for your needs.
You should definitely consider giving them OneDrive accounts. It’s straightforward to manage shared folders, and you won't need to reinvent the wheel with Azure. Plus, you could automate things with Power Automate for a minimal cost.
AWS has similar solutions available right out of the box with S3 storage if you're open to other platforms. Just make sure it's secured properly, and you're good to go.
If you want it to feel like their own drive, I’d be cautious with basic Azure Storage. You could end up with a lot of development work on authentication, permissions, and managing costs. OneDrive and SharePoint cover a lot of what you need—personal space, shared areas, and more—without the burden of building and securing a custom platform.
Exactly! If you're interested in embedding something into your app, Azure Blob with a custom UI could work, but just be very careful with identity management and costs.
Isn’t this exactly what OneDrive and SharePoint are designed for? You can set up a shared folder or a SharePoint site for accessing shared files easily.
Yeah, Azure can get really pricey. If you’re looking at constant usage, it could cost you a fortune. With OneDrive or SharePoint, you wouldn't have to deal with bandwidth charges.