Getting Started with Qencode S3

Introduction

Qencode S3 is a flexible cloud storage service designed for efficient media management and playback. It is highly compatible with Amazon's S3 API and easily interchangeable with existing solutions in the S3 ecosystem. Qencode S3 scales effortlessly with your needs and is built to be the ideal solution for even the largest content libraries. The solution features robust encryption and access control. All of this is available via command line tools or a user-friendly UI that simplifies your file and media management. As always, we do our best to maximize affordability while maintaining the high performance required to play back your video content to users around the world.

Getting Started with Qencode S3

Setting Up Qencode S3 in Your Account:

Make sure you have an active Qencode account. If you have not created one yet, visit the Qencode Sign Up page and follow the registration process.

1. Once your account is set up, you can create your bucket. You can also define additional access permissions (like CORS Settings) based on your needs.
2. For further customization, familiarize yourself with the Using Qencode S3 tutorial, which provides a complete guide on our S3 functionality.

Generating Access Keys:

In order to use Qencode S3 programmatically, you must first generate an API key through the Qencode S3 Portal Site.

1. In the left navigation menu, click Media storage and then select Access Keys.
2. Click Generate new key.
3. After generating the key, copy the secret part of the Access Key and store it in a secure location. The access key will not be displayed again when you view the key data in the future.

Further Reading

• Naming Conventions. Covers the rules and best practices for naming and organizing your buckets.
• Regions and Endpoints. Learn about the available regions and endpoints.
• HTTPS File Access. Securely access your files using HTTPS with straightforward setup instructions.
• Integrating Qencode S3 for Storage. Explanation of how to progrommatically set destinations for your VoD and Live Streaming outputs.

Best Practices:

• Use strong passwords for your account and regularly rotate your API keys.
• Organize your data efficiently by adopting clear naming conventions for files and folders.
• The Statistics page in the Qencode Portal offers comprehensive information about your Storage and CDN activity so you can easily monitor your usage.

Need More Help?

For additional information, tutorials, or support, visit the Qencode Documentation page or contact Qencode Support at support@qencode.com.