Backblaze

Backblaze is a cloud storage & backup product operated by Backblaze, Inc.. This 2026 review covers operator background, the current tier ladder and the practical decision points before subscribing. The product competes in the cloud storage & backup category against established alternatives, and the choice usually comes down to feature mix, integration depth and renewal economics rather than headline price alone.

Quick facts

• Operator: Backblaze, Inc.
• Headquarters: San Mateo, California, United States
• Public-market status: publicly listed on NASDAQ (BLZE) since 2021 IPO
• Founded: 2007
• Category: cloud storage & backup
• Current tiers: Computer Backup / B2 Cloud Storage / Business
• Anchor price (2026): Computer Backup USD 9/month or USD 99/year unlimited; B2 USD 6/TB/month storage

What is Backblaze?

Backblaze is a business SaaS product sold per-seat or per-usage with self-serve signup and an enterprise sales motion above a clear contract threshold. Its product surface covers web-based admin console with role-based access alongside REST API plus SDKs for major languages, with the recurring subscription billed through the operator's commercial team or self-serve checkout. Customers buy a tier matching their needs; the entry tier suits piloting the product and higher tiers add features such as SSO via SAML or OIDC on higher tiers.

Why choose Backblaze

Operator and ecosystem context

Backblaze is run by Backblaze, Inc. out of San Mateo, California, United States, established 2007. That matters because the cloud storage & backup category is increasingly consolidated, and the operator's ownership structure shapes how aggressively the product is supported and how stable the contract terms are over multi-year renewals.

Plan structure and pricing tiers

The tier ladder splits across Computer Backup for piloting the product, B2 Cloud Storage for everyday use, and Business for larger needs. Anchor pricing for 2026: Computer Backup USD 9/month or USD 99/year unlimited; B2 USD 6/TB/month storage. Check Subger's true-price tracker for Backblaze for all-in renewal costs after taxes and any FX conversion.

Workflow and platform features

Beyond the headline features, the 2025-2026 development focus for Backblaze is 2024-2025 continued growth of B2 Cloud Storage with S3-compatible API; positioned as low-cost AWS S3 alternative for backup and content delivery. That signals a credible roadmap and distinguishes the operator from competitors running their cloud storage & backup product on maintenance mode.

Backblaze features that matter in 2026

Highlights of the current feature set:

• web-based admin console with role-based access
• REST API plus SDKs for major languages
• SSO via SAML or OIDC on higher tiers
• audit logging and access events
• integrations with Slack, Microsoft Teams and email
• data export and customer-managed retention windows

Buyers should treat this list as a baseline for Backblaze in the cloud storage & backup category — confirm specific feature availability for your plan and region on the operator's site, since features and tier names can vary between editions.

Backblaze pricing in 2026

Reference pricing for Backblaze in 2026: Computer Backup USD 9/month or USD 99/year unlimited; B2 USD 6/TB/month storage. The tier ladder typically looks like:

Subger pairs the public price with the actual all-in cost after taxes and any promotional anchors that step up at renewal:

Backblaze apps and platform support

Surface availability for Backblaze can vary by region and tier — confirm current app availability and supported integrations on the operator's site before subscribing.

Who Backblaze fits

Backblaze is most likely a good match for the following buyers:

• Operations, sales, finance or engineering teams that want a category-leading workflow tool with predictable saas billing — the core target audience for the product.
• The category-focused buyer that specifically wants web-based admin console with role-based access from a cloud storage & backup operator rather than a generalist platform.
• The buyer evaluating the tier ladder (Computer Backup / B2 Cloud Storage / Business) and willing to pay up for REST API plus SDKs for major languages.
• The integration-first buyer who needs the platforms and connectors listed above plus a credible upgrade path as new tools are added.
• The cost-conscious shopper who wants to track promotional anchors via Subger's true-price tracker and deals page before committing to an annual contract.

Frequently asked questions

What is Backblaze and who runs it?

Backblaze is a cloud storage & backup product operated by Backblaze, Inc. headquartered in San Mateo, California, United States, established 2007. It is sold via direct subscription on the operator's website with payments processed through the operator's billing surfaces.

How much does Backblaze cost in 2026?

Current tiers are Computer Backup, B2 Cloud Storage, Business. Anchor reference pricing for 2026: Computer Backup USD 9/month or USD 99/year unlimited; B2 USD 6/TB/month storage. Confirm the live regional price on the operator's site before committing, since promotional cycles, FX conversion and per-seat scaling can shift the all-in renewal cost.

Is there a free tier or free trial for Backblaze?

There is no perpetual free tier listed publicly for the standard Backblaze subscription; the operator may run introductory trials periodically. Check the live signup page for current trial promotions.

Where is Backblaze available?

Availability follows the operator's commercial footprint anchored on San Mateo, California, United States. Confirm regional availability and supported billing currencies on the official site before subscribing, especially for products with region-specific licensing or data residency rules.

What 2025-2026 developments set Backblaze apart right now?

The current 2025-2026 development focus is 2024-2025 continued growth of B2 Cloud Storage with S3-compatible API; positioned as low-cost AWS S3 alternative for backup and content delivery. Together with the headline features listed above, that gives buyers a concrete signal that the subscription is being actively developed rather than coasting.

Which platforms and integrations does Backblaze support?

Coverage spans the surfaces shown in the platform table above. The current web app, APIs and (where applicable) mobile or desktop clients are the recommended way to consume the service; older integrations may be deprecated in successive releases as the operator focuses engineering effort on supported platforms.

How do I cancel Backblaze?

Cancel through the account or billing settings on the surface where you bought the plan: the operator's website for self-serve subscriptions or the sales / account-management contact for contract-based tiers. Subger's cancellation guide for Backblaze walks through each route step-by-step.

Does Backblaze offer a higher / premium plan?

Premium structure depends on the tier. The Business tier commonly adds advanced features, higher limits or premium support; the entry Computer Backup tier may restrict certain features. Confirm the per-tier feature list on the live pricing page before committing to annual billing.

Is Backblaze worth it compared to cloud storage & backup alternatives?

Value depends on three factors: the specific feature mix you will actually use (see the features list above), the regional all-in price after taxes (Subger's true-price tracker for Backblaze reconciles the headline price with the actual renewal cost), and the credibility of the operator's 2025-2026 roadmap. Weigh these together rather than relying on headline price alone.

How can I track price changes for Backblaze?

Subger's renewal tracker for Backblaze records list-price changes plus promotional anchors over time. Pair it with the deals page for current discount codes and the promo codes page for stackable savings at signup.

Get started with Backblaze

Confirm the current price on the operator's site (Computer Backup USD 9/month or USD 99/year unlimited; B2 USD 6/TB/month storage), choose the tier that matches your needs (Computer Backup, B2 Cloud Storage are the most common starting points), and check Subger's deals page for Backblaze for promotional anchors before completing checkout. Track the subscription's true renewal cost with the true-price tracker once you're signed up.

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