Cloud storage is a crucial component of cloud computing, allowing users to expand their storage without upgrading their equipment and overcome resource constraints. Cloud users' data is always encrypted before being outsourced to ensure their security and privacy. However, encrypted data may result in a significant waste of cloud resources. Storage complicates data sharing among authorized users. We continue to face issues with encrypted data storage and deduplication. Traditional deduplication strategies are designed for certain application settings where data owners or cloud servers have full control over the process. They cannot meet data owners' varying requests based on data sensitivity. This study proposes a flexible data storage management method that combines deduplication and access control across various Clouds. Service Providers (CSP). We assess its performance through security analyses, comparisons, and implementations. The results demonstrate security, effectiveness, and efficiency for actual applications.
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