Cloud Service Restrictions in Russia: What Users Need to Know

On March 15, 2024, Softline confirmed the suspension of access to cloud services from Microsoft, Amazon, and Google in Russia starting from March 20, 2024. This move is in response to new EU regulations restricting the supply of certain software to Russia. The affected products include Power BI, Dynamics CRM, Microsoft Teams, and more. While the impact on regular users is unclear, it is advisable to back up data locally as a precaution. Users can export their Google data using the provided link. The uncertainty surrounding the situation has left many users concerned about the accessibility of their cloud services come March 20.