Azure Blob Storage Quickstart

Welcome to the Azure Blob Storage Quickstart! This guide will help you get started with Azure Blob Storage.

What is Azure Blob Storage?

Azure Blob Storage is a scalable and durable storage service that allows you to store and retrieve data in the cloud.

Blob Storage is used to store files like images, videos, and documents.

Step 1: Create a Storage Account

1. Sign in to the Azure portal: https://portal.azure.com/

2. Click on 'Create' -> 'Storage' -> 'Blob Storage' and then 'Create'.

3. Name your storage account. Azure will provide a unique name.

4. Select the storage account settings.

5. Click 'Create'.

Step 2: Create a Blob Container

1. Navigate to your storage account in the Azure portal.

2. In the left-hand menu, under 'Containers', click 'Create container'.

3. Enter a name for your container.

4. Select a 'container access mode' – 'Everyone' or 'Private'. 'Everyone' is the easiest option to start.

5. Click 'Create'.

Container Name: `your-blob-container-name`

Container Type: 'Blob'

Container Access Mode: 'Public' (recommended for initial setup)

Blob State: 'Enabled'

Blob Storage location: Azure Blob Storage Region: 'eastus' (adjust as needed)

Blob Storage Account Name: `your-blob-container-name`

Blob Storage Account Key: (Copy and paste the key from your Azure portal.)

Azure Blob Storage Overview

Azure Blob Storage is a cloud-based storage service. It’s highly scalable, durable, and cost-effective. It’s commonly used for storing various types of data, including images, videos, and documents.