Azure Private Link
Secure, private connectivity to Azure services - without exposing your data to the public internet.
Azure Private Link enables enterprise organizations to access Azure platform services, Microsoft partner services, and customer-owned services over a private connection within their virtual network. Traffic stays on the Microsoft global network at all times, eliminating the risks that come with public internet exposure.
As a Microsoft Azure partner, TechPower helps organizations design, deploy, and optimize Private Link configurations that align with their security, compliance, and network architecture requirements.
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Overview
Modern enterprises face growing pressure to secure cloud workloads while maintaining seamless connectivity across hybrid environments. Azure Private Link addresses this challenge by delivering private access to Azure PaaS resources directly through your virtual network - no public IP addresses, no NAT devices, no gateways, and no VPN or ExpressRoute connections required for service access.
Whether you are connecting to Azure Storage, Azure SQL Database, or a partner-managed service, Private Link maps those resources to private endpoints within your network. The result is a cleaner, more secure architecture that reduces attack surface and supports compliance obligations.
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Key Capabilities
Private Endpoint Connectivity
- Map Azure PaaS resources and partner services to private endpoints inside your virtual network
- Traffic routes entirely through the Microsoft backbone - never touching the public internet
- Supports connections across Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory) tenants
Data Exfiltration Protection
- In the event of a security incident, only the explicitly mapped resource is accessible
- Reduces the blast radius of a compromise by preventing lateral movement to unrelated services
- Helps satisfy internal data governance policies and external regulatory requirements
On-Premises and Peered Network Access
- Access private endpoints from on-premises environments using private peering or VPN tunnels
- No need to configure public peering or route workloads over the internet during cloud migrations
- Extends private connectivity to peered virtual networks within Azure
Simplified Service Consumption
- Consume Azure PaaS, Microsoft partner services, and your own hosted services through a unified private model
- Send, approve, or reject connection requests without requiring complex role-based access controls
- Works consistently across tenants and subscriptions for large or distributed organizations
Global Reach
- Private Link operates globally with no regional restrictions
- Connect privately to services running in Azure regions outside your own
- Consistent connectivity model regardless of where your workloads are deployed
Built-In Security and Compliance
- Backed by Microsoft's security investment of over $1 billion annually in cybersecurity research and development
- Supported by a dedicated team of security professionals focused exclusively on data security and privacy
- Helps organizations meet compliance standards by keeping data off the public internet
- Microsoft guarantees Private Link availability of at least 99.99% uptime under the Azure SLA
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Common Use Cases
Securing Access to Azure PaaS Services
Organizations using Azure Storage, Azure SQL, Azure Key Vault, or other PaaS services can eliminate public endpoint exposure by routing all access through private endpoints. This is a foundational step in hardening cloud environments against external threats.
Hybrid Cloud Connectivity
Enterprises with on-premises infrastructure can access Azure services securely over existing ExpressRoute private peering or VPN tunnels. This supports lift-and-shift migrations and long-term hybrid architectures without introducing internet-based access paths.
Multi-Tenant SaaS Delivery
Independent software vendors (ISVs) and managed service providers can use Private Link to deliver their own services directly into customer virtual networks. This enables a secure, private consumption model for SaaS offerings hosted on Azure.
Regulatory and Compliance-Driven Architectures
Industries such as financial services, healthcare, and government often require strict controls over data in transit. Private Link supports these requirements by ensuring that sensitive workloads never traverse the public internet, reducing compliance risk and audit exposure.
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Pricing
Azure Private Link uses a straightforward consumption-based pricing model. You pay for private endpoint resource hours and the volume of data processed through each private endpoint. There are no additional charges tied to ExpressRoute or VPN gateways when using Private Link independently.
New Azure customers can explore Private Link through a structured free account offer:
- First 30 days: Start with $200 in Azure credits to use across any Azure services, including Private Link and popular PaaS resources
- After your credit: Transition to pay-as-you-go pricing and continue using free monthly allowances across many of Azure's most widely used services
- After 12 months: Retain access to 55 always-free Azure services and continue paying only for usage that exceeds free monthly thresholds
This tiered approach gives organizations a low-risk path to evaluating Private Link as part of a broader Azure networking or security initiative.
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How TechPower Helps
Deploying Azure Private Link correctly requires more than provisioning a private endpoint. Network segmentation, DNS configuration, identity integration, and compliance alignment all need to be considered as part of a broader architecture.
TechPower brings certified Azure expertise and deep enterprise IT experience to help your organization:
- Assess your current network architecture and identify services that should be migrated to private connectivity
- Design and implement Private Link configurations that integrate with your existing hub-and-spoke or flat network topology
- Align Private Link deployments with compliance frameworks including ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, and industry-specific standards
- Bundle Private Link with broader Azure services such as Azure Firewall, Azure Virtual WAN, or Microsoft Defender for Cloud for a comprehensive security posture
- Provide ongoing support and optimization as your Azure environment scales and evolves
As a Microsoft Azure reseller and solutions partner, TechPower also provides simplified procurement, consolidated billing, and access to Microsoft licensing programs that can reduce your overall cloud spend.
Ready to build a more secure Azure network architecture? Contact TechPower today to speak with an Azure specialist.