Cost Optimization in Cloud

# Cost Optimization in Cloud

Cloud costs can spiral quickly. Here's how to keep them under control.

## Right-Sizing

**Monitor Usage**

Most resources are over-provisioned. Analyze actual usage and resize.

**Auto-Scaling**

Scale down during low-traffic periods.

**Spot Instances**

Use for fault-tolerant workloads. Save 70-90%.

## Storage Optimization

**Lifecycle Policies**

Move old data to cheaper tiers automatically.

**Compression**

Reduce storage and bandwidth costs.

**Delete Unused Resources**

Old snapshots, unattached volumes, orphaned IPs.

## Architectural Choices

**Serverless for Variable Load**

Pay only for actual usage.

**Reserved Instances**

Commit long-term for predictable workloads. Save 30-75%.

**Multi-Region Carefully**

Replication and data transfer costs add up.

## Monitoring and Alerts

- Set budgets and alerts

- Tag resources for cost allocation

- Regular cost reviews

Optimize continuously. Cloud costs are an ongoing concern.