Are you tired of receiving unnecessary notifications and updates from AWS Config? Do you want to take control of your AWS environment and optimize your resources? Look no further! In this comprehensive guide, we’ll show you how to unsubscribe your organization from AWS Config using AWS Control Tower.
What is AWS Control Tower?
AWS Control Tower is a service offered by Amazon Web Services (AWS) that helps you set up and govern a secure, multi-account AWS environment. It provides a centralized dashboard to view and manage your AWS accounts, as well as a set of pre-configured guardrails to ensure compliance with security and governance best practices.
What is AWS Config?
AWS Config is a service that provides resource inventory, configuration history, and configuration rules to evaluate the configuration of your AWS resources. While AWS Config is an essential tool for monitoring and auditing your AWS environment, it can sometimes send unnecessary notifications and updates, which can be overwhelming.
Why Unsubscribe from AWS Config?
There are several reasons why you might want to unsubscribe from AWS Config:
- Reducing noise and notifications: If you’re receiving too many notifications and updates from AWS Config, unsubscribing can help reduce the noise and allow you to focus on more critical tasks.
- Cost optimization: AWS Config can accrue costs, especially if you have a large number of resources and configurations. Unsubscribing can help you optimize your AWS costs.
- Compliance and governance: If you have specific compliance or governance requirements, unsubscribing from AWS Config can help you meet those requirements.
How to Unsubscribe from AWS Config using AWS Control Tower
Unsubscribing from AWS Config using AWS Control Tower is a straightforward process that can be completed in a few steps:
Step 1: Log in to AWS Control Tower
Log in to the AWS Management Console and navigate to the AWS Control Tower dashboard.
https://controltower.aws.amazon.com/
Step 2: Select Your Organization
Select the organization that you want to unsubscribe from AWS Config.
Organization: [Select your organization]
Step 3: Navigate to the Settings Page
Navigate to the Settings page by clicking on the gear icon in the top right corner of the dashboard.
Settings
Step 4: Click on AWS Config
Click on the AWS Config tile to access the AWS Config settings page.
AWS Config
Step 5: Unsubscribe from AWS Config
Click on the “Unsubscribe” button to unsubscribe from AWS Config.
Unsubscribe
Step 6: Confirm Unsubscription
Confirm that you want to unsubscribe from AWS Config by clicking on the “Unsubscribe” button in the confirmation dialog box.
Confirm Unsubscribe
What Happens After Unsubscribing from AWS Config?
After unsubscribing from AWS Config, you will no longer receive notifications and updates from AWS Config. However, keep in mind that:
- AWS Config will no longer collect data from your AWS resources.
- AWS Config will no longer provide resource inventory, configuration history, and configuration rules.
- You will no longer be able to use AWS Config to evaluate the configuration of your AWS resources.
Best Practices for Unsubscribing from AWS Config
Before unsubscribing from AWS Config, make sure to:
- Review your AWS resources and configurations to ensure that you don’t need AWS Config data.
- Consider alternative solutions for monitoring and auditing your AWS environment.
- Document your decision to unsubscribe from AWS Config for auditing and compliance purposes.
Conclusion
Unsubscribing from AWS Config using AWS Control Tower is a straightforward process that can help you reduce noise and notifications, optimize costs, and meet compliance and governance requirements. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can take control of your AWS environment and optimize your resources.
| Benefits | Description |
|---|---|
| Reduced noise and notifications | Unsubscribing from AWS Config reduces the number of notifications and updates you receive. |
| Cost optimization | Unsubscribing from AWS Config can help you optimize your AWS costs by reducing the amount of data collected. |
| Compliance and governance | Unsubscribing from AWS Config can help you meet specific compliance and governance requirements. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions about AWS Control Tower and unsubscribing from AWS Config? We’ve got answers!
What happens if I don’t unsubscribe from AWS Config before setting up AWS Control Tower?
If you don’t unsubscribe from AWS Config before setting up AWS Control Tower, you’ll run into some issues. AWS Control Tower won’t be able to create its own Config recorder, and you might end up with duplicate config recorders, which can lead to errors and inconsistencies in your setup. So, it’s essential to unsubscribe from AWS Config to ensure a smooth setup process.
Why do I need to unsubscribe from AWS Config in the first place?
You need to unsubscribe from AWS Config because AWS Control Tower requires its own Config recorder to function correctly. By unsubscribing from AWS Config, you’re essentially “making room” for AWS Control Tower to create its own recorder, which is necessary for tracking and managing your AWS resources.
How do I unsubscribe from AWS Config?
Unsubscribing from AWS Config is a straightforward process! Simply go to the AWS Management Console, navigate to the AWS Config dashboard, and click on the “Unsubscribe” button. This will delete the AWS Config aggregator and recorder, allowing you to set up AWS Control Tower without any conflicts.
What happens to my existing AWS Config data after I unsubscribe?
When you unsubscribe from AWS Config, your existing configuration data will be deleted. However, you can still access the data for a limited time (typically 30 days) before it’s permanently removed. If you need to retain this data, make sure to download it before unsubscribing from AWS Config.
Can I re-subscribe to AWS Config after setting up AWS Control Tower?
Yes, you can re-subscribe to AWS Config after setting up AWS Control Tower. However, keep in mind that you’ll need to create a new AWS Config aggregator and recorder, as the old ones will be deleted when you unsubscribed. Also, be aware that re-subscribing might affect your AWS Control Tower setup, so make sure to review the documentation and plan carefully before making any changes.
