Cloud Search Service (CSS)

Cloud Search Service (CSS) is a fully managed, scalable search service that enables you to deploy and run Elasticsearch and Kibana in a matter of minutes. Fully compatible with Elasticsearch APIs, the CSS allows you to build a centralized, observable platform to quickly find root causes, improve application performance, and provide your users with a powerful search experience.

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Reasons for CSS in the Open Telekom Cloud

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Ease of use

Search terabytes of data in milliseconds and visually analyze search results.

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Easy operation

Our experts manage Elasticsearch for you and are always at your disposal.

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Scalability

Our services can be expanded at any time – scale your clusters infinitely online.

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Availability

For highest accessibility we can provide nodes in multiple availability zones.

Key Features of CSS

Compatible with Elasticsearch APIs

Use open-source Elasticsearch APIs that are fully compatible with ecosystems such as Beats and Kibana.

Various data sources

Access data directly from FTP, OBS, HBase, Kafka, and other sources without writing any code.

Simple operations

Apply for, scale, or restart clusters with just a few clicks.

Custom snapshots

Customize snapshots and configure automated schedules.

Use Cases

CSS Elasticsearch clusters are suitable for scenarios such as log analysis and site search.

Log-Analys

You will be able to perform operations and maintenance analyses, troubleshoot IT hardware, and perform operational analyses based on service metrics.

Statistical analysis: Over 20 statistical analysis methods and nearly ten analytical dimensions are available.
Real-time: As soon as new data is indexed, you get the first insights within seconds.
Visualized data: You can choose to display data in multiple ways, including tables, line charts, heat maps or
cloud maps.

Site Search

Provide website visitors with search functionalities and online stores so they can easily find content, products, and recommendations.

Real-time search: When site content is updated, you can find the content in your search within minutes, if not mere seconds.
Categorized statistics: You can apply search filters to sort products by category, complete with statistical breakdowns.
Custom highlight style: You can define how search results are highlighted.

New Features

11/28/2024New features in Cloud Search Service in EU-DE & EU-NLView Details

05/16/2025Replacement of one existing flavorView Details

05/20/2025CSS Common I/O storage class type will reach it’s EOS by July 1st ,2025View Details

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Pricing overview

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Pricing Models: Database & Analysis
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User Guide and API Description
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