Python: File storage

This documentation is part of the Advanced usages guide. View the full guide here: Going further with your Python deployments.

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For storing files such as user photos or documents, it is generally best to use an object storage solution.

Object storage allows you to share files across multiple services or instances and separates your storage from your code, following best practices.

We recommend MinIO, a fast and powerful solution compatible with the Amazon S3 protocol.

If you prefer local file storage, you can use the persistent storage provided with your Python instance located at /persistent/storage/. However, this approach is not recommended in most cases.

WARNING: Never store data outside the /persistent/storage/ folder!

Storing data outside this folder can lead to data loss when your instance is rebooted, updated, or when you push new code.

Continue reading this guide

  1. Read the full guide: Advanced usages
    Going further with your Python deployments
  2. Deploying a branch other than main
  3. Deploying a tag instead of a branch
  4. Deploying a specific commit
  5. Rolling back to a previous version
  6. Setting up a staging environment
  7. Deploying to staging environment
  8. Improved version of Makefile
  9. Handling secrets (environment variables)
  10. Managing Python packages
  11. Opening UDP/TCP ports
  12. Apple/macOS: save your SSH private key password

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