What is Azure Files?
Azure Files provides managed cloud file shares accessible through supported SMB and NFS protocols.
Who is Azure Files for?
Teams responsible for cloud infrastructure that need cloud file shares and want to evaluate the complete delivery, access and cost requirements.
Azure Files features
The core capabilities to consider for your workflow.
- Cloud file shares
- SMB access
- NFS access
Azure Files pricing
Cloud usage and access options
Scope the selected service, region, resource capacity and expected usage. Include connected compute, storage, data transfer and support rather than treating a trial credit as the ongoing cost.
Calculate the cost of your quote →Free access & evaluation
Credits and free allowances can have eligibility, duration and usage limits. Check the current account offer and do not assume the full production workload is free.
Before you choose Azure Files
Specify regions, resource sizes, network connections and the responsibilities retained by your team.
A base resource price is not the complete workload cost; include storage, traffic, operations and support.
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Azure Files FAQs
Does Azure Files have a free plan?
Credits and free allowances can have eligibility, duration and usage limits. Check the current account offer and do not assume the full production workload is free.
Who is Azure Files for?
Teams responsible for cloud infrastructure that need cloud file shares and want to evaluate the complete delivery, access and cost requirements.
What should I compare before buying?
Check the tier that contains your essential features, confirm plan limits and compare the total quote with your own expected usage.