> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.antryk.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Storage Solutions

> Deploy scalable object storage buckets with global CDN delivery, secure file management, CORS configuration, and high availability using Antryk Storage Services.

# Storage Buckets

Antryk Storage Buckets provide scalable object storage infrastructure for applications, websites, media assets, backups, AI datasets, and static content delivery.

Store and manage files securely with global access, CDN-ready endpoints, file explorer management, and developer-friendly APIs.

You can integrate storage services using the official <a href="https://www.npmjs.com/package/@antryk/sdk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@antryk/sdk</a> package.

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## What are Storage Buckets?

Storage Buckets are cloud object storage containers used to store and organize files such as:

* Images
* Videos
* Documents
* Static assets
* Application uploads
* Backups
* AI datasets
* Media files

Each bucket includes secure endpoints, configurable CORS policies, regional deployment support, and scalable storage infrastructure.

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## Storage Features

### Global Infrastructure

* Multi-region deployment
* High availability architecture
* CDN-ready object delivery
* Optimized file access
* Low-latency storage endpoints

### File Management

* Upload and download files
* Folder-based organization
* File explorer interface
* File metadata inspection
* Signed URL generation

### Security & Access Control

* Configurable CORS policies
* Private and public object access
* Secure object URLs
* HTTPS endpoints
* Signed URL support

### Developer Experience

* SDK integration
* REST APIs
* Object metadata APIs
* File search functionality
* Structured storage management

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## Common Use Cases

### Application Uploads

Store user-uploaded files such as:

* Profile images
* Documents
* Attachments
* Media uploads

### Static Asset Hosting

Serve:

* Images
* CSS files
* JavaScript bundles
* Fonts
* Website assets

### Media Storage

Store:

* Videos
* Audio files
* Podcasts
* Streaming assets

### AI & Data Storage

Manage:

* AI datasets
* Training assets
* Model artifacts
* Embeddings
* Backup archives

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## SDK & API Usage

Antryk provides SDKs and APIs for managing storage buckets and objects.

Supported operations include:

* Upload objects
* Delete objects
* Read bucket contents
* Retrieve metadata
* Browse files and folders

<Card title="Storage API Reference" icon="database" href="/api-reference/services/storage/">
  Learn how to upload, delete, retrieve, and manage storage objects using APIs
  and SDKs.
</Card>

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# Deploying a Storage Bucket

You can deploy new storage buckets directly from the Antryk dashboard.

The deployment workflow allows you to configure region selection, CORS policies, and storage plans.

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## Bucket Deployment Form

During bucket creation, you configure:

| Configuration      | Description                 |
| ------------------ | --------------------------- |
| Bucket Name        | Unique bucket identifier    |
| Region             | Deployment region           |
| CORS Configuration | Configure allowed origins   |
| Storage Plan       | Select storage pricing tier |

### Supported Regions

* Asia
* Europe
* USA

### CORS Configuration

You can configure bucket access policies using:

* Allowed origins list
* Allow all origins toggle

This helps securely expose files to frontend applications and APIs.

### Deployment Workflow

1. Open the Storage dashboard
2. Click **Create Bucket**
3. Enter a unique bucket name
4. Select deployment region
5. Configure CORS settings
6. Select a storage plan
7. Click **Create Bucket**

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## Deploy Bucket Form

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/antryk/jldaW6r4-Jp4h4kZ/images/storage-form.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=jldaW6r4-Jp4h4kZ&q=85&s=453e1918a9273d722d271c49c1424e76" alt="antryk storage deploying form " width="1175" height="845" data-path="images/storage-form.png" />

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# Storage Dashboard

All deployed buckets are available from the storage dashboard.

The dashboard provides storage analytics, bucket monitoring, and quick access to bucket management pages.

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## Bucket Listing Information

Each bucket displays the following information:

| Column      | Description                |
| ----------- | -------------------------- |
| Bucket Name | Name of the storage bucket |
| Region      | Bucket deployment region   |
| Size        | Total storage used         |
| Files       | Total file count           |
| Signed\_URL | Signed URL availability    |
| Status      | Current bucket status      |

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## <img src="https://mintcdn.com/antryk/jldaW6r4-Jp4h4kZ/images/storage-listing.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=jldaW6r4-Jp4h4kZ&q=85&s=a1ddd80aac0746150655d7f49168e3c5" alt="antryk storage listings  " width="1313" height="650" data-path="images/storage-listing.png" />

# Bucket Detail Pages

Each storage bucket includes dedicated management pages for:

* Overview
* Files
* Settings

These pages provide complete control over storage infrastructure and file management.

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# Overview Page

The overview page displays storage analytics, bucket information, and endpoint configuration.

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## Overview Information

### Storage Analytics

| Metric       | Description                      |
| ------------ | -------------------------------- |
| Storage Used | Total bucket storage consumption |
| Total Files  | Number of stored objects         |

### Bucket Information

| Field       | Description                |
| ----------- | -------------------------- |
| Bucket Name | Unique bucket identifier   |
| Status      | Active bucket status       |
| Created At  | Bucket creation timestamp  |
| CORS        | Current CORS configuration |
| Region      | Deployment region          |

### Endpoint Information

Each bucket includes dedicated endpoints such as:

```txt theme={null}
https://xyz.ap-south-1.storage.onantryk.com
```

These endpoints can be used for object access, integrations, CDN workflows, and file delivery.

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<img src="https://mintlify.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/antryk/images/storage-overview.png" alt="Storage bucket overview page displaying storage used, total files, bucket information, region, CORS configuration, and endpoints" />

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# Files Page

The files page provides a complete file explorer interface for browsing bucket contents.

Users can search, navigate folders, inspect files, and manage objects directly from the dashboard.

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## File Explorer Features

### File & Folder Navigation

* Browse folders
* Open nested directories
* Navigate object hierarchy
* View files in explorer layout

### Search Functionality

Search files and folders instantly using:

* File name
* Folder name
* Object key

### Object Management

* Inspect file details
* Download files
* Copy URLs
* View metadata

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## Files Explorer Page

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/antryk/jldaW6r4-Jp4h4kZ/images/storage-file-one.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=jldaW6r4-Jp4h4kZ&q=85&s=628eb40c6913d1eec32bf22ba4be5c94" alt="Storage bucket files explorer showing folders, files, search functionality, and file navigation" width="1199" height="627" data-path="images/storage-file-one.png" />

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/antryk/jldaW6r4-Jp4h4kZ/images/storage-file-two.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=jldaW6r4-Jp4h4kZ&q=85&s=9caf596fa3e0a01d99ed2df4d9395fa3" alt="Storage bucket files explorer showing folders, files, search functionality, and file navigation" width="1190" height="541" data-path="images/storage-file-two.png" />

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# File Details Dialog

Clicking a file opens a detailed object information dialog.

This helps developers and administrators inspect storage objects quickly.

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## File Information

| Field         | Description               |
| ------------- | ------------------------- |
| Name          | File name                 |
| Key           | Full object key           |
| Size          | Object size               |
| Last Modified | Last update timestamp     |
| URL           | Public or signed file URL |

### Actions

* Download file
* Copy URL
* Inspect metadata

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## File Details Dialog

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/antryk/jldaW6r4-Jp4h4kZ/images/storage-dialog.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=jldaW6r4-Jp4h4kZ&q=85&s=d8bac5e45202f89632190e1ad9134b16" alt="File details dialog showing object name, key, size, last modified timestamp, URL, and download button" width="811" height="645" data-path="images/storage-dialog.png" />

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# Settings Page

The settings page allows administrators to manage bucket-level configurations.

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## CORS Configuration

CORS settings control which domains are allowed to access bucket resources.

You can:

* Add allowed domains
* Remove origins
* Enable allow-all origins
* Configure frontend access policies

This is especially useful for frontend applications, SPAs, and external integrations.

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## Bucket Settings Page

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/antryk/jldaW6r4-Jp4h4kZ/images/storage-setting.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=jldaW6r4-Jp4h4kZ&q=85&s=f1d8a294fc31adf4208bf4ee2566c1f9" alt="Storage bucket settings page showing editable CORS configuration and allowed domains" width="1235" height="580" data-path="images/storage-setting.png" />

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# Storage Architecture

Antryk Storage infrastructure is designed for reliability and scalability.

### Platform Features

* Multi-region deployment
* High availability
* Object durability
* Secure object access
* Optimized storage endpoints
* CDN-ready infrastructure

### Security Features

* HTTPS-only endpoints
* Configurable CORS
* Signed URL support
* Secure SDK authentication
* Protected object delivery

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# Monitoring & Analytics

Track storage usage and bucket performance directly from the dashboard.

### Monitoring Capabilities

* Storage usage
* Total object count
* Upload activity
* File access analytics
* Signed URL monitoring
* Regional bucket metrics

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# Tutorial Video

Watch the complete tutorial for deploying and managing storage buckets on Antryk.

<iframe width="100%" height="500" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/bhcf5WEUvLY" title="Cloud Object Storage with Antryk Node.js SDK — Upload, Fetch and Delete Files Using API Keys" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen />

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# Best Practices

## Bucket Organization

* Use descriptive bucket names
* Organize files into folders
* Separate environments by bucket
* Keep object keys predictable

## Security

* Configure CORS carefully
* Use signed URLs for private content
* Restrict public access when necessary
* Monitor bucket activity regularly

## Performance

* Use regional buckets close to users
* Optimize media assets
* Structure folders efficiently
* Use CDN-ready delivery paths

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# Conclusion

Antryk Storage Buckets provide scalable cloud object storage with secure access, regional deployment, advanced file management, and developer-friendly APIs.

With dashboard-based management, SDK integrations, configurable CORS policies, and global-ready infrastructure, teams can build reliable storage workflows for applications of any size.
