OVHcloud — status

OVHcloud is a French cloud computing company that has grown to become a leading player in the European market and a significant global competitor. Its business model is based on a vertically integrated approach, which means it designs and manufactures its own servers, builds and operates its own data centers, and manages its own global fiber-optic network. This model gives the company a unique level of control over its entire value chain, allowing it to offer transparent pricing with no hidden costs for data transfer (egress fees), which is a key differentiator from major U.S. competitors. The company was founded in 1999 by Octave Klaba, starting with web hosting and dedicated servers before expanding into the public and private cloud markets. Its focus has always been on providing affordable and high-performance solutions. OVHcloud's core services include bare metal servers, virtual private servers (VPS), public cloud services, and web hosting. It positions itself as a sovereign cloud provider, emphasizing data sovereignty and compliance with European regulations like the GDPR. This focus on data protection and autonomy has made it a preferred choice for customers and governments in Europe who are concerned about data being subject to U.S. laws. The company's unique approach to infrastructure includes an innovative water-cooling system for its servers, which enhances energy efficiency and contributes to its sustainability goals. OVHcloud has expanded its global footprint to over 40 data centers across four continents. Its offerings are built on open-source standards, which promotes portability and helps customers avoid vendor lock-in. The company's main revenue streams come from its three core segments: Private Cloud, Public Cloud, and Web Cloud & Other.