Scaleway SAS (Iliad Group)

European Cloud Alternative to AWS

🌍 France 📅 Founded 1999 🏢 3 Data Centers

Scaleway, founded in 2014 by Iliad Group, is France's leading cloud provider offering European data sovereignty with competitive pricing. Features ARM-based instances, bare metal servers, and full cloud ecosystem rivaling major US providers.

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Uptime SLA

Why Choose Scaleway SAS (Iliad Group)?

European Sovereignty

100% European infrastructure with GDPR compliance and data residency

ARM & x86 Instances

Cutting-edge ARM64 Ampere processors alongside traditional x86 options

Transparent Pricing

No hidden fees, per-second billing, and competitive rates vs AWS/Azure

Full Cloud Stack

Complete ecosystem: compute, storage, networking, Kubernetes, databases

Pros & Cons

👍 Advantages

✓ 100% European cloud with French data centers and sovereignty
✓ Carbon-neutral operations with renewable energy commitment
✓ Innovative ARM-based instances for cost-effective performance
✓ Competitive pricing with transparent per-second billing
✓ Extensive API and infrastructure-as-code support
✓ Strong developer community and open-source focus

👎 Disadvantages

✗ Limited global presence outside Europe
✗ Smaller ecosystem compared to AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
✗ Documentation primarily in French with English translations
✗ Fewer managed services than major cloud providers

🎯 Best For

European businesses requiring data sovereignty and GDPR compliance Companies seeking alternatives to US cloud providers Developers experimenting with ARM architecture Eco-conscious organizations prioritizing carbon neutrality

Features & Specifications

📍 Locations

HeadquartersParis, France

Data Centers3 regions

🛟 Support

LevelStandard

Response24h

⚙️ Features

API Access✓

Custom ISO✗

Private Network✓

💳 Billing

CurrencyEUR

Cycleshourly, monthly

📋 SLA

Uptime99.99%

Credit Policy✓

💻 OS Support

Linux7 distros

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Scaleway different from AWS or Azure?

Scaleway offers 100% European infrastructure with data sovereignty, carbon-neutral operations, and transparent pricing. They provide ARM-based instances and focus on GDPR compliance without US jurisdiction concerns.

Does Scaleway offer managed Kubernetes?

Yes, Scaleway Kubernetes Kapsule is a fully managed Kubernetes service with automatic updates, monitoring, and seamless integration with their object storage and load balancing services.

How does Scaleway's pricing compare to major providers?

Scaleway typically offers 20-40% cost savings compared to AWS or Azure for equivalent resources. They use transparent per-second billing with no hidden data transfer fees within Europe.

What support options does Scaleway provide?

Scaleway offers community support for free, with paid Premium Support packages including 24/7 assistance, priority ticket handling, and dedicated account management for enterprise customers.

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Plan	CPU	RAM	Storage	Bandwidth	Price/mo	Visit
STARDUST1-S Linux (Monthly)	1 Core Shared vCPU	1 GB	0 GB Block Storage (separate)	Unlimited	€0.10	Visit*

About Scaleway SAS (Iliad Group)

Scaleway represents Europe's answer to American cloud dominance, operating 100% carbon-neutral data centers in France, Netherlands, and Poland. As part of the Iliad Group telecom giant, they offer unique advantages including ARM-based Ampere instances, GPU servers, and innovative storage solutions. Their commitment to GDPR compliance, transparent pricing, and open-source technologies makes them ideal for privacy-conscious European businesses.