Overview
The Static Report Viewer is a powerful sharing tool that allows CloudFix users to distribute detailed cost optimization reports outside of the CloudFix platform, securely and effortlessly. Whether you're preparing for a cost review meeting, seeking stakeholder buy-in, or just need to share a snapshot of an opportunity, this feature makes it easy—no login required.
Why It Matters
CloudFix generates comprehensive, data-rich reports for every recommendation. But what happens when the right person to approve a change doesn't have access to CloudFix?
With Static Report Viewer, you can now create shareable, read-only versions of any recommendation report. Each report is hosted at a unique, secure URL, making it simple to share and impossible to guess.
Key Benefits
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Instant Sharing – Generate a unique, secure URL for any recommendation with just one click.
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No Login Needed – Viewers don’t need CloudFix accounts to see the report.
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Secure by Design – Links are protected with strong hash-based URLs—only those with the link can access it.
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Fully Visualized Reports – All tables, charts, and metrics from the CloudFix report are preserved in the static version.
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No Platform Access – Shared reports include only the recommendation content, with no navigation, editing, or account data.
How It Works
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Click the Share Icon
In any detailed report view inside CloudFix, click the new “Share” button. -
Copy the Generated Link
CloudFix will create a unique static URL (e.g.,https://viewer.app.cloudfix.com/abc123xyz
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Send it to Stakeholders
Share the link via email, messaging, or include it in documentation. -
View in Clean Mode
Recipients see a clean, stripped-down report view—just the recommendation and supporting data. No login. No distractions.
What It Includes
- Title and summary of the recommendation
- All relevant metrics, visualizations, and savings data
- Justification and performance analysis
- Cost comparisons
- Disclaimers noting the shared and static nature of the content
Things to Know
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Only people with the exact URL can access the report. There is no directory browsing or index of shared reports.
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The viewer interface is designed for read-only access. No authentication, editing, or platform navigation is available.
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Sensitive data is excluded. Reports are scoped to the recommendation details only.
Perfect For
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Budget reviews and executive updates
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Vendor assessments
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Cross-team collaboration
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Finance and procurement justification
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Cloud cost governance processes
Bill Gleeson
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