FAQ

1. Do I need to create an AWS S3 bucket before exporting files?

Yes. Make sure your bucket already exists and that you have write permissions before exporting.

2. How can I verify that my file was successfully uploaded?

You can veridy using the AWS CLI:

aws s3 ls s3://<bucket_name>/

Or by visiting S3 → Your Bucket → Objects in the AWS Console.

3. Can I get a notification when the export finishes?

Yes — set up S3 Event Notifications in AWS to receive alerts.

4. Is there a size limit for exported files?

Yes. Files up to 5 TB are supported.

You can check the file size in the Web Console or in the API directly.

5. How can Inductiva export files if it doesn't have my AWS credentials?

The Inductiva client uses your local AWS credentials to generate pre-signed URLs. These URLs are securely sent to Inductiva servers, allowing them to upload the file without ever accessing your credentials.

AWS Multipart Upload is also used.

6. Can I use credentials limited to a specific bucket?

Yes, you can configure AWS credentials to restrict access to a specific S3 bucket. To do this, create an IAM policy that grants the s3:PutObject and s3:ListBucket (for uploading files) permissions specifically for that bucket.

7. How much does exporting to AWS S3 cost?

The data transfer costs associated with exporting files from Inductiva to AWS S3 will be included under your storage costs.

8. Can I export multiple files at once?

Not currently. Each export command handles one file at a time.

9. Can I export files to cloud providers other than AWS?

Currently, only AWS S3 is supported.