Azure Storage Access Tiers: Hot, Cool, Cold & Archive Explained

Discover how to optimize your Azure storage costs with this in-depth guide to Azure Storage Access Tiers! In this video, we break down the differences between Hot, Cool, Cold, and Archive tiers, explaining how they impact storage and transaction costs for Azure Blob and File Storage. From high-frequency transactional data to long-term archival storage, you’ll learn the best practices for selecting the right tier based on your workload and access needs.

Watch as we explore Azure Portal demonstrations, including how to configure and change access tiers for both Blob and File storage. Whether you’re managing backups, compliance data, or high-transaction file shares, this tutorial provides practical insights to save money and improve efficiency. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and check out my courses on Azure Virtual Desktop, Windows 365, and more, links below!

00:00 – Start
01:30 – Hot Tier
02:08 – Cool Tier
02:35 – Cold Tier
03:13 – Archive Tier
04:33 – Cost Comparison
06:20 – Managing Blob Storage Tiers
07:05 – Change the Default Storage Tiers
07:20 – Change Access Tier
07:57 – Azure Files Access Tiers
08:37 – Transaction Optimized Tier
08:53 – Hot Access Tier
09:07 – Cool Access Tier
09:24 – Manage Azure Files Access Tiers
09:53 – Set Azure Files Access Tiers
10:25 – Change Azure Files Access Tiers

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