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How to choose a colocation provider in Latin America: a checklist
A good shortlist comes from evidence, not brochures. Use this checklist and ask for proof on each point.
Updated: 2026-11-09
The checklist
1. Power: how much per rack, how much in total, and how fast can it grow? 2. Resilience: redundancy design (N+1, 2N) and the tier or rating, with a dated certificate if claimed. 3. Connectivity: carrier neutrality, internet exchange presence and direct links to cloud providers. 4. Location risk: seismic, flood and storm exposure, and how reliable the local power grid is. 5. Certifications: which ones, what scope, and who issued them.
Data rules and contract
6. Data rules: some countries have data protection laws that affect where and how data is stored, such as Brazil's LGPD; confirm requirements with your own counsel. 7. Contract: SLA terms, how power is billed, remote hands, expansion rights and exit terms. 8. Proof: ask for documents, not claims, and visit if the workload is critical.
Use a source you can check
On Datacentros, every verified listing shows the public source that names the facility and the date we last checked it. Start there, then ask the provider for the details a listing cannot show.
How many providers should I compare?
Three to five is usually enough to learn the real range of price and terms without stalling the project.