Azure Government
Comprehensive guide for developers working with Azure Government cloud.
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Explore dedicated, isolated cloud environments designed for compliance, data residency, and regulatory requirements.
| Cloud & Link | Description | Primary Market | Key Compliance / Isolation | View Regions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Global Azure azure.microsoft.com | Worldwide commercial cloud with the largest service catalog and fastest feature rollout. | Global businesses, NGOs, startups, and developers. | Multi-region deployment, global compliance (ISO, SOC, GDPR, HIPAA). | View Regions |
Azure China (Mooncake) azure.cn | Operated by 21Vianet; meets China's data residency laws; fully isolated from global Azure. | Organizations operating in Mainland China under local regulatory requirements. | Data residency: China only; compliance with PRC cyber laws. | View Regions |
Azure Government (Fairfax) Azure Govt Cloud | Secure, isolated cloud for U.S. government workloads; staffed by screened U.S. persons. | U.S. government agencies, state & local governments, tribal governments, and vetted contractors/partners. | FedRAMP High, DoD IL4/5, CJIS, IRS 1075; data stays in U.S. gov datacenters. | View Regions |
Additional resources
Further reading for sovereign cloud planning and deployment.
Azure China
Development guidelines and best practices for Azure China cloud.
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