Configuring Azure Cost Management Exports

Cloud Ctrl uses Azure Cost Management Exports to import detailed billing and usage data for analysis and optimisation.

Exports generate daily CSV files and save them to a Storage Account that you control.
Cloud Ctrl reads these files to update your Cost Explorer, Trends, and Recommendations dashboards (including others).

Before You Begin

Before configuring exports, ensure:

  1. You know your Azure account type (EA, MCA, PAYG, or CSP) — this determines which setup guide to follow. How to check →
  2. You've created a dedicated Storage Account for cost exports.
  3. You've completed the Application Registration setup, including granting storage account access.

Choose Your Setup Guide

Account TypeSetup Guide
Enterprise, MCA, or Pay-As-You-GoStandard Export Setup
CSP (Cloud Solution Provider)CSP Export Setup

💡 For CSP customers, Cloud Ctrl can automatically create and manage exports once granted the proper role permissions.
See Automated CSP Export Setup for details.