- If you just need a website — company profile, product catalog, or WordPress — you probably don't need a cloud platform. Cloudflare and Digital Ocean offers free static site hosting; Exabytes or Hostinger shared hosting handles WordPress from RM 8–25/month
- For custom apps and managed databases, DigitalOcean is a good starting point: RM 113/month flat, 4 TB traffic included, managed database from RM 71/month. It is 49% cheaper than AWS on compute with predictable billing
- AWS is the most powerful option but requires active billing oversight — IP addresses, idle gateways, cross-zone transfers, and forgotten storage volumes regularly add 20–30% to unmonitored bills
- For serverless apps and simple APIs, Cloudflare Workers Paid plan is RM 23/month. Pair it with a real database (DigitalOcean, Exabytes) when your app needs transactions
Once you decide to move to the cloud, the next question is: which one? If you’re still weighing whether cloud is the right call for your business at all, start with Should Malaysian SMEs move to the cloud? first.
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), DigitalOcean, Cloudflare, and Alibaba Cloud each target a different type of user at a different price point — and Malaysian local providers like Exabytes, Hostinger, and Shinjiru serve a different need again. For a Malaysian SME, the real question isn’t just about features — it’s about which platform won’t surprise you with a RM 5,000 invoice in month three. This guide covers what each platform actually costs from Malaysia, uptime guarantees, PDPA compliance coverage, and how to choose. [9]
Why these eight providers? AWS leads global market share and, together with Alibaba Cloud, is one of two hyperscalers with a physical Malaysian data centre. GCP and DigitalOcean are the two most cost-competitive alternatives for custom app workloads. Cloudflare is the default choice for static sites and edge-deployed APIs. Alibaba Cloud leads the APAC IaaS market with 22.5% revenue share (Gartner 2025) and is the gateway to the China ecosystem. Exabytes, Hostinger, and Shinjiru are the three dominant Malaysian-market hosting providers.
Not covered here: Azure (no distinctive Malaysia advantage over AWS ap-southeast-5; included in our enterprise guide), and Linode/Akamai, Vultr, and Oracle Cloud (lower SME relevance in the Malaysian market). We also did not cover Vercel and Netlify which are relevant options for developer deployment platforms for static sites and serverless functions — their use case is covered by Cloudflare Pages in this guide. IF you would like to hear more about them, let us know via hello@kongmy.dev
Who controls the cloud market
As of Q4 2025, AWS leads global market share at 31%, Azure holds around 21%, and GCP sits at 11% — growing fastest in AI and machine learning 1 . DigitalOcean holds roughly 1%, focused entirely on small businesses and developers.
Market share alone doesn’t determine what’s right for your business. A team running the same workload on AWS versus GCP can see a 15–30% cost difference depending on how they use the platforms and whether they’ve set up discounts correctly 2 .
Before you compare platforms: what does your business actually need?
Most SME cloud guides jump straight to AWS vs. GCP. But for many Malaysian SMEs, the right answer is simpler — and cheaper — than any of the big platforms. Before reaching for a RM 113/month cloud server, it’s worth being clear about what you’re solving for.
“We need a website — company profile, product catalog, or landing page” If your site is static content — HTML, a React/Vue/Astro build, or anything with no backend database — Cloudflare Pages hosts it for free. Zero cost, globally fast, no maintenance. If you need WordPress, Exabytes Managed WordPress (RM 40–100/month) or Hostinger Business (RM 12–25/month) is the right fit, not a cloud VPS.
“We use local accounting software (AutoCount, SQL Accounting, UBS, financio)” That software runs on a Windows machine on-site. Cloud doesn’t change that. Your cloud decision is a separate question: where does your website live, and how does your team share files? A shared hosting plan and Google Workspace covers most of what you need — no server setup required.
“We use cloud accounting (AutoCount Cloud, Bukku, Xero, QuickBooks Online, SQL Accounting Online)” The software provider manages their own infrastructure. You’re not hosting anything for accounting. Your only remaining question is where your website and email live — usually shared hosting (RM 8–25/month) and a Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 subscription.
“We run an online store”
- Shopify, Lazada, Shopee: fully hosted SaaS — no server needed at all
- WooCommerce: needs a web host. Start with Exabytes Managed WordPress or DigitalOcean’s Managed WordPress
“We’re building a custom system — booking engine, internal tool, member portal, inventory app” This is where the platform comparison below matters. You’ll need compute, a managed database, and file storage. DigitalOcean is the right starting point for most teams; escalate to GCP or AWS when you need specific services they offer.
“Our data cannot leave Malaysia” AWS ap-southeast-5 (Cyberjaya), Alibaba Cloud ap-southeast-3 (Kuala Lumpur), Exabytes (Cyberjaya), or Shinjiru (KL/Cyberjaya). All four are covered below.
The hidden charge nobody warns you about: data transfer fees
Every cloud provider charges you when you send data out from their servers to the internet or to your users. This is sometimes called an “egress fee.” It’s usually in fine print and routinely causes invoice shock for businesses that didn’t account for it.
Think of it like your mobile data plan — you pay for what you upload and download. The cloud equivalent charges you every time your app or website sends information back to a visitor.
What this means in practice:
- A media website sending 10 TB/month of images and videos to users: RM 4,230/month in AWS data fees alone
- A SaaS app API handling 50 GB/day of responses: RM 1,269/month on AWS vs RM 70/month on DigitalOcean
- Cloud bills regularly run 30–40% higher than expected because of these charges — not the server cost (Cloud Cost Chefs, 2026)
The GCP vs. AWS crossover: GCP charges RM 0.56/GB which looks higher than AWS’s RM 0.42/GB — but GCP gives you 200 GB free versus AWS’s 100 GB. For teams sending less than about 500 GB/month, GCP’s effective cost is actually lower 7 .
What it actually costs in Malaysia (Singapore region)
All major platforms have a region serving Malaysia from Singapore — typically under 20ms latency from Kuala Lumpur. Here’s what the same standard server (2 cores, 4 GB RAM) costs per month:
Note: Alibaba Cloud operates a full cloud region in Kuala Lumpur (ap-southeast-3) since 2022, with Singapore (ap-southeast-1) as the primary hub for broader APAC workloads. The chart above shows Singapore-region pricing which applies to both.
Before you pick: PDPA compliance and the shared responsibility trap
Before selecting a provider, you must understand the legal stakes. [6] As of June 2025, the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) enforces fines up to RM 1,000,000 and 3 years jail for data breaches, with a strict 72-hour notification window.
Every major cloud platform operates on a Shared Responsibility Model:
- The provider secures the physical building, the network, and the hardware.
- You (the business) are legally responsible for encrypting the data, managing who has access, training your staff, and reporting breaches.
Signing a Data Processing Agreement (DPA) with a cloud provider is the mandatory first step, but it doesn’t outsource your legal liability. If you need the full breakdown of on-premise vs. cloud compliance, check our cloud decision guide.
SLA and data-residency quick reference
| Provider | SLA | DPA available | Data stays in Malaysia? |
|---|---|---|---|
| DigitalOcean | 99.99% compute | Yes | No — Singapore region |
| AWS | 99.99% EC2 | Yes (Data Processing Addendum) | Yes — ap-southeast-5 Cyberjaya |
| GCP | 99.99% | Yes (with PDPA whitepaper) | No — Singapore region |
| Cloudflare | 99.99% (paid plans) | Yes | No — distributed global CDN |
| Alibaba Cloud | 99.95% ECS | Yes | Yes — Kuala Lumpur region (ap-southeast-3) |
| Exabytes | 99.9% | Yes (local DPA) | Yes — Cyberjaya facility |
| Hostinger | 99.9% | Yes | No — Singapore data centre |
| Shinjiru | 99.9% | Yes (local DPA) | Yes — KL and Cyberjaya |
The providers: What you get and what they hide
DigitalOcean — predictable, honest pricing
Best for: Small businesses, startups, and dev teams who want infrastructure without a dedicated engineer. Not for: Enterprises needing deep regulatory certifications or complex hybrid-cloud network topologies.
Think of DigitalOcean like a well-run serviced office. The rent is fixed, what’s included is clearly listed, and there are no surprises at the end of the month. Head-to-head, it wins 9 of 13 direct price comparisons against AWS, averaging 49% cheaper on compute, with data transfer that is 9× cheaper (Cloud Price Check, 2025). Unlike AWS RDS, the managed database bundles storage, backups, and monitoring into a single flat price 9 .
| Plan | Monthly cost | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Server (2 vCPU / 4 GB) | RM 113 | 4 TB data transfer, 80 GB SSD |
| Managed PostgreSQL | RM 71 | Automated daily backups, failover |
| App Platform (Serverless) | RM 23 | Build and deploy from GitHub; free tier for up to 3 static sites |
| SLA | 99.99% compute; 99.99% managed databases |
| Malaysia data | No — Singapore region |
| PDPA | DPA available at account level (GDPR-equivalent, downloadable from settings) |
| Support | Ticket (English), community tutorials; no phone support |
| Limitations | No AI/ML services; fewer enterprise compliance certifications than AWS |
Amazon Web Services (AWS) — most powerful, most complex billing
Best for: Teams with a dedicated engineer monitoring billing regularly; businesses with strict compliance or certification requirements; workloads that must reside physically in Malaysia. Not for: Small teams without a dedicated IT person to manage infrastructure and billing.
AWS is like a massive corporate tower with every facility you could ever need — but you’ll need someone who knows where everything is just to navigate it. 200+ services, the deepest compliance certifications, sub-20ms latency from its Singapore region to Malaysia.
The problem is billing complexity.
| Plan | Estimated Monthly cost | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| EC2 Server (2 vCPU / 4 GB) | RM 183–282 | Compute only (data transfer extra) |
| RDS Managed Database | RM 150+ | Depends on storage and backup usage |
| Data transfer (Out) | RM 0.42/GB | First 100 GB free |
| SLA | 99.99% EC2; 99.95% RDS (individual services vary) |
| Malaysia data | Yes — ap-southeast-5 Cyberjaya; one of two hyperscalers with a physical Malaysian DC |
| PDPA | Data Processing Addendum (DPA) at account level |
| Support | Basic ticket; phone + 24/7 from ~RM 470/month (Business plan) |
| Limitations | Extreme billing complexity; idle resources charge continuously without active monitoring |
Google Cloud Platform (GCP) — automatic discounts, Google ecosystem
Best for: Teams already on Google Workspace; moderate cloud users who want discounts without a billing specialist; AI and machine learning workloads. Not for: Businesses wanting a simple, predictable flat monthly bill without committing to a specific ecosystem.
GCP holds 11% global market share and is growing fastest in AI and machine learning. Its Singapore region (asia-southeast1) serves Malaysia well at similar latency to AWS.
GCP also connects natively with Google Workspace. If your team runs on Gmail, Google Docs, and Google Meet, the friction to connect your apps to cloud services is meaningfully lower than on AWS.
The trade-off: GCP’s per-GB data transfer rate (RM 0.56/GB) is higher than AWS (RM 0.42/GB) once you send more than about 500 GB/month. GCP does not have a Malaysia-specific region; the nearest is Singapore (asia-southeast1).
| Plan | Estimated Monthly cost | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Compute Engine (2 vCPU / 4 GB) | RM 235 | After automatic sustained-use discount |
| Cloud SQL Database | RM 200+ | Fully managed relational database |
| Data transfer (Out) | RM 0.56/GB | First 200 GB free |
| SLA | 99.99% Compute Engine; 99.99% Cloud SQL |
| Malaysia data | No — Singapore region (asia-southeast1) |
| PDPA | DPA at account level; most comprehensive published PDPA documentation of any major provider |
| Support | Basic ticket; role-based premium support at additional fee |
| Limitations | Data transfer costs exceed AWS at >500 GB/month; no Malaysia-specific region |
Cloudflare — free static hosting, edge serverless, and the RM 23/month option for simple apps
Best for: Static websites, company profile pages, product catalogs, and SPA/Astro/Next.js sites (free on Pages); lightweight serverless APIs (RM 23/month on Workers Paid); CDN layer in front of any host. Not for: Traditional server workloads (accounting systems) or heavy transactional databases.
Cloudflare runs your code across 330 cities in 125+ countries 16 . For many Malaysian SMEs, it’s the right answer — or part of the right answer — at a price point that no traditional cloud provider can match.
Cloudflare Pages — free for static websites: If your website is built with HTML/CSS/JavaScript, React, Vue, Next.js static export, Astro, or any static site framework, Cloudflare Pages hosts it for free. No monthly fee. Unlimited bandwidth. Free SSL. Automatic CDN from the nearest Cloudflare node to each visitor. For a company profile, product catalog, or portfolio, this is the best option available at any price.
Workers Paid — RM 23/month for serverless apps: The Workers Paid plan ($5/month) includes 10 million requests per day, plus access to Workers KV (fast key-value data storage), R2 (file and image storage with no data transfer fees), and D1 (lightweight database). For a small business running a contact form, a simple API, or a read-heavy catalog system, this covers most use cases at minimal cost.
Where Cloudflare fits for Malaysian SMEs:
| Use case | Fit |
|---|---|
| Company profile or brochure site | ✓ Cloudflare Pages — free |
| Product catalog (read-only, no checkout) | ✓ Workers + D1 — RM 23/month |
| WooCommerce or WordPress with backend | Partial — use Cloudflare as CDN in front, host WordPress elsewhere |
| E-commerce with orders and checkout | ✗ Needs external database and payment processor |
| SaaS with user accounts and transactions | ✗ D1 is not designed for high-concurrency writes |
| SLA | 99.99% Workers and Pages on paid plans; distributed global CDN, no single point of failure |
| Malaysia data | No — distributed global network; no country-specific residency |
| PDPA | DPA available (GDPR-equivalent); D1/R2 data distributed globally |
| Support | Community forums + ticket (free/Pro); phone only on Enterprise |
| Limitations | Cannot host legacy Windows software or MySQL/PostgreSQL natively; pair with a real database for transactional workloads |
Alibaba Cloud — APAC powerhouse, gateway to the China ecosystem
Best for: Businesses with China supply chains, Alibaba ecosystem integrations (Lazada/Taobao API), or customers in mainland China; cost-sensitive APAC workloads; teams needing Object Storage with China-regional CDN. Not for: Teams requiring comprehensive English-first documentation or businesses with primary customer bases outside APAC.
Alibaba Cloud leads the Asia-Pacific IaaS market with 22.5% revenue share as of 2025 — the largest cloud provider in the region by revenue — and is the dominant infrastructure provider in China 13 . For Malaysian SMEs with business ties to China (suppliers, distributors, Taobao/Lazada integrations, or customers in the China market), Alibaba Cloud reduces integration friction that the other platforms simply can’t match.
Malaysia presence: Alibaba Cloud has operated a Kuala Lumpur cloud region (ap-southeast-3) since 2022 — the first global hyperscaler to establish a full Malaysian region — with three data centres live as of mid-2025 14 . Singapore (ap-southeast-1) serves as the primary regional hub for broader APAC workloads. For Malaysian businesses selling on Lazada, Alibaba Cloud provides native integration: Lazada runs its product analytics and e-commerce infrastructure directly on Alibaba Cloud’s platform 15 .
| Resource | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| 2 vCPU / 4 GB instance (Singapore) | RM 85–110/month |
| Data transfer-out (after 100 GB free) | RM 0.37–0.47/GB |
| Object Storage OSS (100 GB) | RM 9–12/month |
| CDN (Malaysia/Singapore delivery) | RM 0.20–0.35/GB |
| SLA | 99.95% ECS compute; 99.9% Elastic Block Storage |
| Malaysia data | Yes — Kuala Lumpur region (ap-southeast-3) operational since 2022; 3 DCs as of mid-2025 |
| PDPA | DPA available at account level; Malaysia AZ data under Malaysian law |
| Support | Ticket-based; premium support at additional fee |
| Limitations | English documentation thinner than AWS/GCP; less familiar to Malaysian IT contractors; weaker global coverage outside APAC |
Malaysian hosting providers — for local-first teams
If your users, data, and operations are primarily in Malaysia, local providers offer data sovereignty, ringgit billing, local support, and no foreign exchange exposure. Three names come up most often. [5]
Exabytes — established local standard, Malaysian-owned, servers in Cyberjaya since 2001
Best for: Small business websites, local e-commerce, WordPress sites, and any team that needs data to remain physically in Malaysia with local-language support. Not for: High-traffic custom apps needing managed databases, containerised stacks, or global CDN at scale.
Exabytes is one of Malaysia’s largest domestic hosting companies with over 20 years of operation. They run their own data centre in Cyberjaya (AIMS facility) — meaning servers physically never leave Malaysia — and offer the full stack from shared hosting to dedicated servers, managed WordPress, and business email. They’re the go-to for Malaysian businesses that need local phone support, Ringgit billing, and data sovereignty without leaving the country.
| SLA | 99.9% uptime (AIMS Cyberjaya facility) |
| Malaysia data | Yes — Cyberjaya DC; Malaysian law jurisdiction |
| PDPA | Local DPA available for business accounts; no cross-border transfer |
| Support | Phone (BM + EN), live chat, ticket — one of the few local hosts with actual phone support |
| Limitations | No managed database service; VPS requires self-management unless managed add-ons purchased |
Hostinger — international budget host, aggressive promotions, watch the renewal rate
Best for: Budget-conscious solo founders, portfolio sites, WordPress blogs with low-to-moderate traffic, and teams where lowest upfront cost is the priority. Not for: Businesses with strict Malaysian data residency requirements or teams that need phone support when things go wrong.
Hostinger is a Lithuanian company that has become one of the world’s largest web hosts through extremely competitive introductory pricing. In Malaysia, they’re known for RM 3–5/month plans that make shared hosting nearly free for the first term. Their nearest data centre to Malaysia is Singapore.
| Plan | Monthly cost | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Shared hosting | RM 3–12 | hPanel, unlimited bandwidth, free SSL |
| Business hosting | RM 12–25 | Daily backups, 200 GB NVMe SSD |
| VPS (2 vCPU / 8 GB) | RM 60–120 | KVM virtualisation, full root access |
| Cloud Startup | RM 25–50 | Managed cloud, auto-scaling lite |
| Managed WordPress | RM 12–35 | Auto-updates, object cache, staging |
⚠️ Renewal pricing: Introductory rates are typically 2–3× cheaper than renewal rates. A plan at RM 3/month for year one often renews at RM 9–12/month. Read renewal terms before signing up.
| SLA | 99.9% uptime (global infrastructure) |
| Malaysia data | No — Singapore data centre; cross-border transfer applies |
| PDPA | DPA available (GDPR-equivalent); not suitable for strict Malaysian data residency |
| Support | Live chat and ticket only; no phone support for Malaysian customers |
| Limitations | Renewal pricing is typically 2–3× the introductory rate |
Shinjiru — Malaysian-owned, privacy-first, the only local provider with structured offshore options
Best for: Businesses prioritising Malaysian data residency, privacy-sensitive workloads, content businesses with DMCA concerns, and teams needing local dedicated servers with full control. Not for: Teams building cloud-native apps that need managed databases, auto-scaling, or AI/ML services.
Shinjiru has operated since 2003 with a focus that sets it apart from other Malaysian hosts: privacy hosting, DMCA-ignored plans, and strict data residency. All servers in their Kuala Lumpur and Cyberjaya facilities are subject to Malaysian law only — no foreign jurisdiction exposure. They’re also the only major Malaysian host with structured offshore hosting tiers for businesses that need content or jurisdiction separation.
| Plan | Monthly cost | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Shared hosting | RM 10–30 | cPanel, daily backup, free SSL |
| VPS (2 vCPU / 2 GB) | RM 45–90 | SSD, full root, KVM |
| Dedicated server (entry) | RM 300–600 | Bare metal, full hardware control |
| Privacy / offshore hosting | RM 20–80 | DMCA-ignored, anonymous billing option |
| Business email | RM 8–20/user | Encrypted mail, custom domain |
| SLA | 99.9% uptime (KL and Cyberjaya facilities) |
| Malaysia data | Yes — KL and Cyberjaya DCs; full Malaysian jurisdiction |
| PDPA | Local DPA available; privacy-first positioning with well-documented data handling |
| Support | Phone + ticket in EN and BM; local team |
| Limitations | No managed database or cloud-native ecosystem; limited global CDN; VPS requires self-management |
Provider comparison at a glance
[10]Tier 1 — Static sites and simple shared hosting
| Provider | Price floor | Managed DB | Malaysia data | SLA | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cloudflare Pages | Free | No | No | 99.99% | Static sites, SPAs, CDN layer |
| Hostinger shared | RM 3/mo* | No | No | 99.9% | Lowest upfront cost; watch renewal rate |
| Exabytes shared | RM 8/mo | No | Yes | 99.9% | Malaysian DC, BM/EN phone support |
*Introductory rate — renewal is typically RM 9–12/month.
Tier 2 — Custom-app cloud platforms
| Provider | Price floor | Managed DB | Malaysia data | SLA | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DigitalOcean | RM 113/mo | Yes (RM 71) | No | 99.99% | Predictable pricing, no billing specialist |
| GCP | RM 235/mo | Yes (RM 200+) | No | 99.99% | Google Workspace teams, auto-discounts |
| AWS | RM 183/mo | Yes (RM 150+) | Yes | 99.99% | Compliance-heavy, Malaysian DC available |
| Alibaba Cloud | RM 85/mo | Yes | Yes | 99.95% | China/Lazada ecosystem, Malaysian DC |
| Cloudflare Workers | RM 23/mo | Via D1 (10 GB cap) | No | 99.99% | Lightweight APIs, edge-first apps |
Tier 3 — Malaysian local hosts (data residency + dedicated support)
| Provider | Price floor | Managed DB | Malaysia data | SLA | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exabytes VPS | RM 60/mo | No | Yes | 99.9% | Malaysian DC, full server control |
| Shinjiru VPS | RM 45/mo | No | Yes | 99.9% | Privacy-first, DMCA-flexible, Malaysian DC |
| Exabytes Managed WordPress | RM 40/mo | No | Yes | 99.9% | WordPress with Malaysian phone support |
Your scenario. Your decision.
If you just need a website or are using SaaS accounting: The hosted and local provider options (Cloudflare, Exabytes, Hostinger, Shinjiru) are the right fit — you don’t need a cloud platform.
If you’re building a custom app or need managed infrastructure: the full platform comparison applies.
| Your situation | Recommended | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Static/brochure site (HTML, React, Astro) | Cloudflare Pages | Free, globally fast, zero maintenance |
| WordPress, local DC + phone support | Exabytes Managed WordPress | Cyberjaya DC, BM + EN phone support, RM 40–100/month |
| WordPress, budget priority | Hostinger Business | RM 12–25/month; read renewal terms before signing |
| WooCommerce store, growing traffic | DigitalOcean Managed WordPress | Scalable, add managed database when needed |
| Using local accounting (AutoCount, SQL, UBS) + need website | Exabytes or Hostinger shared | Cloud not needed for accounting — keep it simple |
| Using cloud accounting + need website | Hostinger or Exabytes shared | Just need hosting; subscribe to accounting SaaS separately |
| Custom app, under RM 2,000/month, no dedicated engineer | DigitalOcean | Flat RM 113/month compute, managed database from RM 71/month, no billing surprises |
| Already on Google Workspace | GCP Singapore | Automatic discounts, native ecosystem, no billing specialist needed |
| Business with China supply chain | Alibaba Cloud (KL or Singapore region) | APAC market leader, Lazada/Taobao integrations, Malaysian DC available |
| Fast global API or static site + database | Cloudflare Workers + DigitalOcean | RM 23/month edge + RM 113/month VPS, ~RM 136/month total |
| Data must stay in Malaysia (hyperscaler) | AWS ap-southeast-5 or Alibaba Cloud ap-southeast-3 | Both have physical Malaysian data centres; AWS for compliance depth, Alibaba for APAC/China ecosystem |
| Data must stay in Malaysia (local) | Exabytes or Shinjiru | Cyberjaya/KL DC, Malaysian company, local processor DPA |
| Privacy or offshore hosting | Shinjiru | DMCA-ignored options, Malaysian jurisdiction |
| Enterprise or strict compliance | AWS (with dedicated billing oversight) | Deepest certifications; billing complexity requires an engineer |
The short version
If you just need a website: Cloudflare Pages is free for static sites. WordPress needs a host — Exabytes for Malaysian data and phone support, Hostinger for the lowest initial cost (watch renewal pricing).
If you’re running a custom app or database: start with DigitalOcean. Flat pricing, readable interface, and managed databases that include what AWS charges extra for.
If you’re already on Google Workspace: GCP is a smarter default than AWS. Automatic discounts mean you don’t need a billing specialist, and the ecosystem is already connected.
If your business has China supply chain connections: Alibaba Cloud gives you infrastructure in the same ecosystem as your suppliers and logistics partners.
Use Cloudflare in front of your main host — as a CDN, not as a server replacement. For simple serverless apps, the RM 23/month Workers Paid plan is often all you need.
Move to AWS only when you have an engineer who asked for it and a plan to review your bill every month.
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