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Morro Data CloudNAS
Newark, California, United States
What it is
Morro Data CloudNAS provides a centralized file view and real-time synchronization across locations through one namespace. Its hybrid design combines an on-premises caching gateway and global file system with cloud object storage. Users can reach files through a web portal, Morro Connect desktop applications, or mapped network drives, while administrators manage file systems, devices, users, permissions, and analytics in a web console. Features include versioning, file locking, ACL permissions, multicloud redundancy, and encryption at rest and in transit to cloud storage. Morro Audit records file-access activity and provides searchable logs and alerts for unusual bulk operations. Storage targets listed are Amazon S3, Wasabi, Azure, and Backblaze. SharePoint Sync connects SharePoint Online libraries for synchronization, backup, and archive workflows. Business pricing is priced on request, from $129 per site; Enterprise is priced on request, from $199 per site. Design Collaboration has no listed price. A trial can be arranged with Morro Data, whose headquarters are in Newark, California.
For and against
For
- Centralized namespace across locations
- Local caching with cloud storage
- Versioning and file locking
- Searchable audit records and alerts
- Free trial available by arrangement
Against
- No free plan
- Business starts at $129 per site
- Trial terms require contacting Morro
The verdict
CloudNAS combines synchronized file access, hybrid caching, cloud storage choices, and administrative controls. Its paid plans and arranged trial make contacting Morro part of evaluating the service.
Who it suits
CloudNAS suits businesses and managed service providers in fields such as AEC, manufacturing, logistics, finance, media, and life sciences. It is also relevant to teams needing shared files across locations with local caching.
Plans and prices
Business
No end-user fee · Standard support included · Premium support optional
Read 14 Oct 2026 · morrodata.com
Enterprise
Multicloud redundancy · Auditing · Office collaboration · Premium support
Read 14 Oct 2026 · morrodata.com
Design Collaboration
Remote Team Collaboration for Revit and AutoCAD · Premium support
Read 14 Oct 2026 · morrodata.com
On the record
- Access
- Users can access files through a web portal, Morro Connect desktop apps, or mapped network drives.morrodata.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- API and SDK documentation
- Morro's public support center exposes administration, connection, synchronization and storage articles but no dedicated public API or SDK documentation section.support.morrodata.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Architecture
- CloudNAS uses an on-premises caching gateway and a global file system while storing files in cloud object storage.morrodata.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Auditing
- Morro Audit logs file access activity and provides searchable records and alerts for unusual bulk operations.morrodata.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Azure appliance sizing
- For about ten simultaneous users, Morro recommends an Azure F2s v3 VM with 2 vCPUs, 4 GB RAM and at least 256 GB Standard SSD.support.morrodata.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Client access
- Users can connect through native Windows File Explorer, macOS Finder, the Morro Connect desktop app or a browser-based Team Portal.morrodata.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Cloud integrations
- Documented integrations include SharePoint, Dropbox, OneDrive and Slack alerts.morrodata.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Compliance claims
- Morro Data's corporate sheet states that its services support GDPR and HIPAA compliance requirements.morrodata.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Desktop platforms
- Morro Connect downloads are offered for Windows PC x86 and macOS on Intel and Apple Silicon.morrodata.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Documentation and support
- Capterra lists phone, email/help desk, chat, 24/7 live representative, knowledge base, webinars, live online training, documentation and videos as support options.capterra.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- File features
- CloudNAS includes versioning, file locking, ACL permissions, and multicloud redundancy.morrodata.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Founder
- Crunchbase identifies Paul Tien as founder and CEO and says he previously led NETGEAR network storage and founded ReadyNAS.crunchbase.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Free-trial terms
- Morro's support article says the trial is a money-back guarantee when service is cancelled and purchased hardware is returned within the first 30 days.support.morrodata.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Global file locking
- CloudNAS locks files across gateways to prevent simultaneous edits and supports collaboration on Office and design files.morrodata.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Hybrid architecture
- The service combines cloud storage with CacheDrive gateways that cache frequently used data locally while presenting an SMB network-share interface.morrodata.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Identity integration
- The management console integrates with Microsoft Active Directory and Azure AD, including Azure AD single sign-on.morrodata.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Identity integrations
- The plans list Azure AD and Local AD support, and optional or supported JumpCloud DaaS depending on plan.morrodata.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- License model
- FAUN.dev describes CloudNAS as closed-source proprietary software controlled by Morro Data.faun.dev · read 14 Oct 2026
