# Instances

## Quickstart

1. Start by navigating to "Object Storage" > "Overview" in the [Control Panel](https://my.flow.swiss).\

2. Choose a data center [Region](../../platform/regions).\

3. Click the **Activate** button and confirm with **Yes, activate**. Deploying an Object Storage instance takes a few minutes.\

4. Once the instance is created, follow the [detailed guides](how-to) on how to access it.
