Stage, a storage platform designed to organize and manage files for seamless ingestion into SingleStore Helios database, is now generally available and included in the Free Tier. It simplifies the process of loading data into a database by providing a staging area where users can easily upload and organize their data files. With Stage, users can automate tasks such as file loading, schema inference, query result export, and management of multiple file formats. The platform is built on SingleStore Storage Service, offers flexible storage options, and provides a user-friendly interface through the Cloud Portal UI, Notebooks, and SQL commands. Additionally, it supports automation through the Management API for developers who want to integrate file organization into existing workflows. Stage aims to streamline data ingestion processes, providing powerful enterprise-grade functionality without added cost.