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Cloud Computing · Intermediate

S3 Lifecycle Configuration

Rules that automatically transition S3 objects to cheaper storage classes or expire them after set periods.

Definition

Lifecycle rules apply to a bucket, prefix or tags and define transition actions (for example Standard to Standard-IA after 30 days) and expiration actions (delete after N days, including noncurrent versions and incomplete multipart uploads). They are a primary tool for storage cost optimization.

Example

A rule expires noncurrent object versions after 90 days and aborts incomplete multipart uploads after 7 days.

Exam tip

Remember minimum durations before transitions, such as at least 30 days in Standard before moving to Standard-IA.

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