BACK UP SQL SERVER TO ALIBABA CLOUD

SQL Backup Master can be configured to back up your Microsoft SQL Server databases to Alibaba Cloud Object Storage Service (OSS) through its S3-compatible API endpoint.

Alibaba Cloud Object Storage Service (OSS) is one of the largest cloud storage platforms in the world, delivering highly reliable, elastic, and cost-effective storage for SQL Server database backups. With data centers spanning mainland China, Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America, and the Middle East, Alibaba Cloud provides exceptional geographic coverage - making it a particularly strong backup destination for organizations with operations in China or broader APAC markets. SQL Backup Master's S3-compatible integration with Alibaba Cloud OSS lets you leverage the same proven backup workflow while tapping into OSS's competitive pricing and enterprise-grade infrastructure.

Alibaba Cloud OSS is engineered for extreme durability (advertised at 99.9999999999% - twelve nines) and provides multiple storage classes including Standard, Infrequent Access, Archive, and Cold Archive - allowing you to optimize backup costs based on retention and access requirements. The service includes server-side encryption, cross-region replication, and fine-grained access controls that give your SQL Server backup data enterprise-level security. For businesses navigating China's data residency requirements, Alibaba Cloud provides in-country storage options that SQL Backup Master can seamlessly target through its standard S3 destination configuration - no custom scripts or specialized tooling required.