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Azure Monitor deprecates sidecar for Prometheus remote-write

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Azure Monitor will deprecate the sidecar for remote-write of Prometheus metrics to Azure Monitor Workspace on March 31, 2027. This change aims to improve reliability and reduce complexity in the service. Users are advised to configure their Prometheus instances or Prometheus Operator to write directly to Azure Monitor Workspace, a method fully compatible with the Operator and supporting all authentication methods. Transitioning to direct remote-write is encouraged to ensure uninterrupted service.

  • →Sidecar for remote-write to Azure Monitor Workspace to be deprecated
  • →Direct remote-write configuration guidance
Deprecations (1) ›
  • Sidecar for remote-write to Azure Monitor Workspace to be deprecated

    The sidecar for remote-write of Prometheus metrics to Azure Monitor Workspace will be deprecated on March 31, 2027, as part of ongoing efforts to improve reliability and reduce complexity. Users are recommended to configure their self-hosted Prometheus or Prometheus Operator to remote-write directly to Azure Monitor Workspace.

Notes (1) ›
  • Direct remote-write configuration guidance

    Direct remote-write is compatible with the Prometheus Operator and supports all authentication methods. Detailed configuration guidance is available in the official documentation. This approach simplifies setup by removing the need for a sidecar.

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https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/updates/?id=550519

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