Private Preview: Azure Backup for AKS Now Supports Azure File Share-based Persistent Volumes

We’re excited to announce the Private Preview of Azure Backup for AKS with support for Azure file share-based Persistent Volumes! With this new capability, customers can now enable snapshot-based backups for AKS applications using both Azure Disks and Azure file shares as persistent storage — expanding protection coverage for stateful workloads on AKS. **What’s New** * Backup Support for Azure file shares used as Persistent Volumes in AKS. * Support for SMB-type Azure file shares, enabling protection for a wider range of applications. * Snapshot-based backups for workloads using Azure Disks and Azure file shares. * Instant backup and restore experience with retention support up to 30 days. This Private Preview empowers customers to: * Protect a broader set of AKS workloads using file shares as underlying storage * Simplify data protection through native Azure Backup integration for multiple storage solutions together. Customers interested in trying out this feature can [sign up for the Private Preview here.](https://aka.ms/aksafsbackup) Start safeguarding your AKS workloads with confidence — no matter the storage choice.