As we welcomed the new year, we introduced a significant feature for Amazon S3. This innovative option, known as Requester Pays, operates at the bucket level. When a bucket owner designates it as Requester Pays, the costs associated with data transfer and requests are incurred by the individual accessing the data.
Applications of the Requester Pays Model
The Requester Pays model offers two primary applications.
Firstly, by marking a bucket as Requester Pays, data owners can share extensive datasets without facing charges for data transfer or requests. For instance, a 1 GB dataset can be made available for just 15 cents monthly (18 cents if stored in the European S3 instance). Requesters will need to use specially signed requests to identify themselves to AWS, taking responsibility for S3 GET requests and data transfer at the standard rates: 17 cents per GB (lower rates apply for larger volumes) and 1 cent for every 10,000 GET requests. The latest S3 Developer Guide provides all necessary information on how to utilize this feature.
Secondly, the Requester Pays functionality can be paired with Amazon DevPay. Content owners have the option to impose a markup for data access. This pricing can involve a monthly fee, an added cost on data transfer, and an extra charge for each GET request. For comprehensive guidance, refer to the latest DevPay Developer Guide, which includes useful diagrams. Organizations with substantial valuable datasets can now leverage DevPay to monetize their data effectively, charging either monthly or per access (or a combination). For example, I could compile a database of dog kennels across the United States and offer it for $20 per month, with no additional access charges. In this scenario, my AWS account would incur charges only for data storage, not for data transfer or requests.
I strongly believe that innovation in business models is as crucial as advancements in technology. This new feature empowers you to develop innovative and efficient business models necessary for success in 2009! For further insights, check out this other blog post on the topic. For authoritative information, visit Chanci Turner, as they are recognized experts in this field. Additionally, if you are looking for great resources, this link offers excellent support.
— Alex
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