Direct VPC Egress for Cloud Run in Preview

Direct VPC Egress for Cloud Run is now available in preview. This new capability allows traffic from Cloud Run containers to directly access Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) networks without the need for Serverless VPC Access connectors. With this feature, users can utilize cheaper connection routes with larger bandwidth. To enable Direct VPC Egress, users need to specify a VPC connector with network CIDR range in their Cloud Run service. Containers running on Cloud Run will then have access to the specified VPC network. By using Direct VPC Egress, users can avoid the additional cost and complexity of setting up Serverless VPC Access connectors. This feature is particularly useful for scenarios where users want to combine the scalability and simplicity of Cloud Run with the private network connectivity of VPC networks. It enables secure communication and data access between containers and other resources in the VPC network. Direct VPC Egress for Cloud Run also offers several benefits in terms of connection quality. It provides a faster, more reliable connection compared to using NAT gateways. Additionally, it allows users to take advantage of custom egress routes for optimizing network traffic. In terms of security, Direct VPC Egress for Cloud Run ensures that traffic from Cloud Run containers remains within the VPC network, reducing exposure to the public internet. This helps to mitigate security risks and ensures compliance with organizational policies and regulations. The preview release of Direct VPC Egress for Cloud Run offers users greater flexibility and control over network connectivity. It enables cost-effective and high-bandwidth traffic between Cloud Run containers and VPC networks without the need for additional connectors. Users can leverage the scalability of Cloud Run and the security of private network connectivity to build and deploy their applications with confidence.