Managed Kubernetes

Kubernetes (K8s) is an open-source platform for orchestrating container workloads. It automates the deployment, scaling, and operation of containerized applications across multiple servers. Originally developed by Google, Kubernetes is now managed by the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) — it is the de facto standard for container orchestration.

The Control Plane is the "brain" of a Kubernetes cluster. It consists of the API server, scheduler, controller manager, and etcd database. The Control Plane decides which nodes containers run on, monitors cluster health, and ensures the desired state (e.g., "3 instances of my app") is always maintained. At INGATE, we operate the Control Plane in a highly available setup at no charge — you focus solely on your workloads.

Containers package an application with all its dependencies (libraries, configuration, runtime) into a portable, isolated unit. This ensures the application runs identically everywhere — on a developer laptop, in staging, and in production. Containers enable faster deployments, better resource utilization, and easier scaling. Typical use cases include microservices, CI/CD pipelines, API backends, and data processing batch jobs.

Virtual Machines (VMs) emulate complete hardware and include their own operating system — they are heavier (several GB), take minutes to start, and provide strong isolation. Containers share the host system kernel, are lightweight (often just a few MB), start in seconds, and are ideal for microservices and scalable applications. In practice, both technologies complement each other: At INGATE, your Kubernetes containers run on dedicated VMs with guaranteed resources — you get the agility of containers with the isolation of VMs.

With self-hosted Kubernetes, you must install, secure, update, and operate the Control Plane yourself — this requires deep Kubernetes expertise and significant operational effort. With Managed Kubernetes, we handle the complete operation of the Control Plane, perform security updates, monitor the cluster around the clock, and ensure backups. You save on staffing, reduce risks, and can focus entirely on your application development. Additionally, at INGATE you get a personal contact instead of an anonymous ticket system.

Yes. The management and operation of the highly available Control Plane (API server, etcd, scheduler, controller manager) is completely free at INGATE. You only pay the monthly cluster management fee, your Worker Nodes, and the storage used.

Yes. Thanks to CNCF-certified Kubernetes conformance, you can migrate existing workloads without modification. We support the import of manifests, Helm Charts, and Kustomize configurations. Upon request, we personally assist with the migration.

We always support the current Kubernetes versions and perform security updates promptly. Upgrades are coordinated with you — no automatic enforcement of new versions without your approval.

Through our CSI driver, Persistent Volume Claims are automatically provisioned on our Ceph storage infrastructure. Choose between HDD, SSD, and NVMe — with triple redundancy and no single point of failure.

No. Our platform is CNCF-certified and based entirely on open-source technology. Your workloads run on any standards-compliant Kubernetes cluster — whether on-premises or with another provider. Switching is possible at any time.

Egress costs are fees that cloud providers charge for outbound data traffic — i.e., data leaving the data center toward the internet or other networks. Every API response, every download, every video stream, and every backup replication generates egress traffic. Most hyperscalers charge these costs per GB, which can quickly become a significant and hard-to-predict cost factor. Especially with data-intensive applications, these fees add up rapidly.

No. At INGATE, outbound data traffic is already included in the price — no per-GB fees, no hidden surcharges. This makes your costs fully predictable and transparent. Especially for data-intensive applications like CDN, streaming, large APIs, or backup replication, this results in a massive cost advantage over the major hyperscalers.

AWS charges approx. $0.09/GB (first 10 TB), Azure approx. $0.087/GB, and Google Cloud approx. $0.12/GB. A company transferring 10 TB per month pays approx. $900-1,200/month for outbound traffic alone. At 100 TB, that rises to $8,000-9,000+/month. These costs are hard to predict as they depend on user behavior, API call volume, and traffic patterns — complicating TCO calculations and frequently leading to unexpectedly high bills ("bill shock"). At INGATE, traffic is included, making total costs fully predictable from day one.