Backblaze

To use Backblaze B2 (a low-cost S3-compatible cloud storage service), you’ll need credentials and a bucket setup. Here’s how to generate those:

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✅ Step-by-Step: Create Backblaze B2 Storage Credentials

Step 1: Sign Up or Log In

Go to: https://www.backblaze.com/b2/cloud-storage.html
Log in or create a free account.

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Step 2: Create a Bucket

1. Navigate to the B2 Cloud Storage tab.
2. Click on Buckets → Create a Bucket
3. Enter:
   • Bucket name (e.g., next3-bucket)
   • Type: Public or Private
4. Click Create Bucket

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Step 3: Generate Application Key

1. Go to the App Keys section (left sidebar).
2. Click Add Application Key
3. Configure:
   • Name: e.g., next3-plugin
   • Capabilities: Choose the level (e.g., readFiles, writeFiles, deleteFiles)
   • Bucket: Choose a specific bucket or allow access to all
4. Click Create New Key

You’ll get:

• KeyID (acts as Access Key ID)
• Application Key (acts as Secret Access Key)
• S3 Endpoint (if S3-compatible mode is enabled)

⚠️ Save this now. You cannot retrieve the Application Key again later.

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Step 4: Enable S3-Compatible API (Optional but recommended)

1. Go to the Buckets section.
2. Click on your bucket.
3. Under Details, you’ll see “S3 Endpoint” like: s3.us-west-004.backblazeb2.com

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✅ Your Backblaze B2 Credentials (S3-Compatible)

Field	Value
Endpoint URL	https://s3.us-west-004.backblazeb2.com (or your specific region)
Access Key ID	From App Key creation (KeyID)
Secret Access Key	From App Key creation (Application Key)
Bucket Name	e.g., next3-bucket

Example:

Access Key ID:     000c1e...abcd  
Secret Access Key: K000e23...xyz  
Endpoint:          https://s3.us-west-004.backblazeb2.com  
Bucket:            next3-bucket

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