Glossary

What is egress?

Egress is the cost of moving data out of a storage provider.

Egress refers to data transfer fees when you download or move data out of a provider's network.

Some providers bundle or reduce egress fees, while others charge per gigabyte.

Understanding egress helps you predict the total cost of using a storage provider.

How to keep egress predictable

  • Prefer providers with clear egress pricing.
  • Use local caching when possible.
  • Check if your provider waives egress for certain regions.