object storage
Object storage stores data as objects addressed by keys.
Use this when Uploaded files must outlive an application instance.
without the term
“Users upload profile pictures and documents. Right now they're saved to the server's disk, which gets wiped on deploy. Where should files go, and how do I keep private ones private?”
with the term · How do you ask a model for object storage?
Store these uploads in object storage with explicit ownership. Test private access, failed uploads, and cleanup of orphaned objects.
What is object storage?
Services like S3 and R2 store files by key, outside your servers. The database records which object belongs to whom, and access goes through checks or short-lived signed URLs.
Why does object storage matter when vibe coding?
A local path or public bucket can be mistaken for a durable private file service.
How do you do object storage?
Choose ownership and access policy, index object references, and handle incomplete uploads and deletion.
What goes wrong with object storage?
Assuming an unguessable object key provides authorization.