Validated on 3 Oct 2019 •
Posted on 19 Jun 2018
Volumes are network-based block devices that provide additional data storage for Droplets. You can move them between Droplets and resize them at any time. Learn more about volumes.
Volumes support automatic formatting and mounting, resizing, and snapshots. They have burst support for improved IOPS and bandwidth rates and are encrypted with LUKS.
Platform-specific naming conventions for DigitalOcean Volumes Block Storage, including volume device files, automatic mount points, and systemd unit files.