Storj is a decentralized cloud storage platform that offers secure, private, and cost-effective data storage. By distributing data across a global network of nodes, Storj ensures highly-available and resilient data access, while securing cost savings to up to 90% than traditional cloud providers.
Follow the guide below to set up an account and get S3-compatible access keys on Storj:
Getting Started with
Getting Started with Storj
1. Create a Storj Account Using ByteNite's Referral Link:
Visit the link below to create an account on Storj
Complete the registration process by verifying your email and setting up your password. You can start with a free trial or select a paid plan based on your needs.
2. Log in to the Storj Console:
Access your Storj console using your account credentials.
3. Create a Project:
Once logged in, click “New Project.”
Provide a project name (e.g., “My S3 Project”).
Click “Create Project” to finalize.
4. Create a Bucket:
Inside your project dashboard, navigate to the “Buckets” tab.
Click “New Bucket.”
Provide a bucket name (e.g., my-s3-bucket).
Optionally, configure additional settings such as default encryption or access permissions.
Click “Create Bucket” to complete the setup.
Setting Up S3-Compatible Access Keys for Storj
1. Navigate to API Keys:
Inside your project dashboard, click on the “Access Keys” tab in the navigation bar.
2. Generate an Access Grant:
Click “New Access Key.”
Select the "S3 Credentials" configuration checkbox.
Choose the scope of the access (e.g., full project access or limited to specific buckets).
3. Retrieve Your S3-Compatible Credentials:
Once the access grant is generated, the console will display the Access Key and Secret Key for S3 compatibility.
Save these credentials securely, as the Secret Key will not be shown again.
Storj Secret
secretType : storj
If your Storj bucket requires authentication for read or write access, set up a secret to store your S3-compatible credentials securely with ByteNite (see )
Here's an example of a request body of the Secrets endpoint for saving Storj keys:
