Yandex Cloud CDN

Yandex Cloud CDN is a content delivery network service launched by the cloud services division of Russian tech giant Yandex. It specializes in providing static content acceleration solutions for global web services. Its core objectives are to reduce content loading latency, alleviate load on origin servers, and enhance the access experience for users across different regions.

This service provider positions itself around global reachability and regional optimization, delivering scalable solutions tailored to the diverse needs of individual developers and enterprise clients. Its services offer distinct advantages in Russian-speaking regions (Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, etc.) and European markets, while maintaining reliable global content distribution capabilities.

1. Yandex Cloud CDN Basic Information

• Service Provider Name: Yandex Cloud CDN
• English Name: Yandex Cloud CDN
• Established: 2018 (launched alongside Yandex Cloud)
• Headquarters Address: Moscow, Russia
• Official website address: https://yandex.cloud/en/services/cdn
• Service Types: Static Content Delivery, HTTPS Configuration, Cache Management, Traffic Monitoring, Cross-Origin Resource Sharing (CORS) Support, Content Compression and Sharding
• Reference Price: Billed based on outbound traffic at $0.007692 per GB; additional charges may apply for value-added services.
• Trial Availability: New users may apply for a limited amount of free data trial, subject to the latest policies on the official website.

2. Core Advantages and Technical Features of Yandex Cloud CDN

Global node coverage, regional performance optimization
Deploy CDN servers globally, with a focus on encrypting nodes in the Russian-speaking region (Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus) and major European countries. Utilize intelligent load balancing technology to route user requests to the nearest optimal node, ensuring low-latency content delivery.

Cache configuration is flexible and controllable.
Supports custom cache rules, including setting cache expiration periods for different file types, preloading large files before user requests, and one-click cache clearing. Users can optimize content distribution strategies based on specific business needs.

Comprehensive Traffic Statistics and Monitoring
Provides detailed metrics including download/upload traffic, request counts, and error rates over the past 30 days. Users can intuitively track service performance through the management console and optimize configurations based on data insights.

Secure HTTPS Support
Enable HTTPS connections by integrating the Yandex Certificate Manager, supporting Let’s Encrypt® certificates and user-defined certificates to streamline TLS certificate configuration for content delivery domains.

High cost-effectiveness, elastic scalability
Yandex Cloud adopts a pay-as-you-go model based on actual outbound traffic, with free traffic to CDN servers. Supports quota increases based on business traffic growth needs to accommodate service expansion.

3. Yandex Cloud CDN Key Products and Services

• Yandex Cloud CDN Static Content Delivery Service
• HTTPS Connection TLS Certificate Configuration Service
• Custom Caching Strategy and Preloading Service
• Traffic Monitoring and Analysis Service
• Cross-Origin Request (CORS) Handling Service
• Content Compression and Sharding Service

4. Yandex Cloud CDN Supported Regions / Billing Currencies

• Coverage Areas: Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, major European countries (Germany, France, UK, etc.), North America, Asia (Singapore, Japan, etc.), and other key commercial regions worldwide.

Coverage Features: Deeply optimized coverage in Russian-speaking regions with outstanding network performance; Comprehensive coverage of global core commercial markets to meet cross-regional content distribution needs.

Supported billing currencies: Russian residents: Russian ruble (₽) Kazakhstani residents: Kazakhstani tenge (₸) Residents outside Russia and Kazakhstan: US dollar ($)

5. How to Integrate with Yandex Cloud CDN

1. Visit the Yandex Cloud English website to complete account registration and verification;
2. Log in to the management console to create logical units (folders) for resource management.
3. Access the Cloud CDN service page and activate the CDN provider (automatically activated upon first visit).
4. Create a CDN resource, configure origin server information (supporting object storage buckets, servers, or load balancers), and specify the domain name used for content distribution;
5. Obtain the CNAME address assigned by the CDN and complete the configuration in the DNS settings of your domain registrar.
6. After the configuration takes effect, test content access and confirm that acceleration performance is normal before officially enabling the service.

6. Yandex Cloud CDN Use Cases

• Static Content Acceleration for E-commerce Platforms Targeting Russian-Speaking Regions and European Markets
• Global distribution of static resources (images, CSS, JavaScript) for SaaS applications and websites
• Download Acceleration for Game Installers and Software Updates in the Eurasian Region
• Static content distribution for online media and news portals with a global audience
• Global Access Performance Optimization for Government and Corporate Official Websites
• Accelerated Loading of Static Resources for Cross-Region Users in Mobile Applications

7. Yandex Cloud CDN Frequently Asked Questions

What types of content is Yandex Cloud CDN suitable for accelerating?
Primarily intended for static content such as images, videos, CSS files, JavaScript files, and software installation packages.

How is Yandex Cloud CDN billed?
Charges apply only to outbound traffic from CDN to the internet. Traffic from Yandex Cloud services to CDN servers is free.

Does Yandex Cloud CDN support HTTPS?
Supported. TLS certificates must be configured via the Yandex Certificate Manager, with options including Let’s Encrypt® certificates or custom certificates.

How to handle cross-origin requests (CORS) with Yandex Cloud CDN?
You can configure CORS rules in CDN resource settings to allow cross-origin requests from specific origins.

What are the limitations of cache clearing?
One cache purge request can be sent per minute, with each request containing up to 10 file paths.

What types of origin servers does Yandex Cloud CDN support?
Supports object storage buckets, dedicated servers (including domain names or IP addresses), and application load balancers as origin servers.

Editor's Note

Yandex Cloud CDN's core competitive advantage lies in its optimized coverage and performance across Russian-speaking regions and European markets, making it the preferred solution for businesses operating in these areas. Global users are advised to verify specific coverage nodes in their target regions before accessing the service. Users outside Russia and Kazakhstan should note that only USD payments are supported, and domain ownership verification is required when using Let’s Encrypt® certificates.