AWS · Security

AWS Directory Service

AWS Directory Service hosts and manages Active Directory environments, handling the underlying infrastructure for directory operations. It simplifies the deployment of Microsoft Active Directory-compatible services within the AWS cloud, allowing teams to integrate existing on-premises directories or create new cloud-native ones without managing physical servers. This service abstracts the complexity of directory maintenance, providing a managed solution for identity and access management tasks directly within the AWS ecosystem.

This approach suits organizations already invested in Microsoft directory technologies who want to migrate or extend their identity infrastructure into AWS. The primary trade-off is the lack of a free tier, meaning costs are incurred from the start. Pricing requires direct contact with AWS, as there is no public list or trial option, which can complicate initial budgeting and cost estimation for smaller projects or experimental deployments.

• Free tier No
• Pricing Contact sales
• Regions 15 · 6 continents
• SLA uptime 99.99%
• Compliance 13 certifications
• Provider health A