CLOUDFLARE R2 BACKUP DESTINATION

The Cloudflare R2 destination as it appears in SQL Backup Master. Cloudflare R2 is supported through its S3-compatible API.

Cloudflare R2 is a modern object storage service that has quickly become a favorite destination for SQL Server backup storage thanks to one standout feature: zero egress fees. Unlike most cloud storage providers that charge significant fees when you download or restore your data, Cloudflare eliminates these costs entirely - meaning you can retrieve your SQL Server backups for recovery, testing, or migration without worrying about surprise bandwidth charges. When you configure SQL Backup Master to use Cloudflare R2 as a backup destination, you gain the peace of mind that comes from predictable storage costs without hidden retrieval penalties.

Built on Cloudflare's global network spanning hundreds of cities worldwide, R2 delivers exceptional performance and reliability for SQL Server backup workloads. The service is fully S3-compatible, allowing SQL Backup Master to integrate seamlessly through the standard S3 destination configuration while benefiting from Cloudflare's edge-optimized infrastructure. R2 includes strong consistency guarantees, automatic encryption at rest, and tight integration with Cloudflare Workers for advanced backup processing scenarios. For organizations that regularly need to restore backups for development refreshes or disaster recovery testing, Cloudflare's zero-egress pricing model can dramatically reduce total storage costs compared to traditional cloud providers.

Step-by-step guide: How to back up SQL Server databases to Cloudflare R2