BlackRock Inc. (BLZE) discloses 7.5% beneficial stake in Backblaze Class A

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

BlackRock, Inc. reports beneficial ownership of 4,507,571 shares of Backblaze Inc. Class A stock, representing 7.5% of the class as of June 30, 2026. BlackRock has sole voting power over 4,444,152 shares and sole dispositive power over all 4,507,571 shares, with no shared voting or dispositive power. The filing aggregates holdings of specified BlackRock business units and excludes other disaggregated units. Various underlying clients have rights to dividends or sale proceeds, but no single client holds more than five percent of Backblaze’s outstanding common shares.

Key Figures

Shares beneficially owned: 4,507,571 shares Percent of class: 7.5% Sole voting power: 4,444,152 shares +3 more

6 metrics

Shares beneficially owned 4,507,571 shares Class A stock beneficially owned by BlackRock as of June 30, 2026

Percent of class 7.5% Portion of Backblaze Class A stock beneficially owned by BlackRock

Sole voting power 4,444,152 shares Shares of Backblaze Class A over which BlackRock has sole voting power

Shared voting power 0 shares Backblaze Class A shares with shared voting power reported by BlackRock

Sole dispositive power 4,507,571 shares Backblaze Class A shares BlackRock can solely dispose of or direct disposition

Shared dispositive power 0 shares Backblaze Class A shares with shared dispositive power reported by BlackRock

Key Terms

beneficially owned, sole voting power, sole dispositive power, Schedule 13G, +1 more

5 terms

beneficially owned financial

"this reflects the securities beneficially owned, or deemed to be beneficially owned, by certain business units"

Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.

sole voting power financial

"Sole Voting Power 4,444,152.00"

Sole voting power is the exclusive right to cast votes attached to a shareholder’s stock without needing approval from anyone else. Like holding the only remote control for a TV, it lets that holder decide corporate matters such as board members, mergers, and policy changes, making it important to investors because it concentrates control and can strongly influence a company’s strategy and the value of its shares.

sole dispositive power financial

"Sole Dispositive Power 4,507,571.00"

Sole dispositive power is the exclusive legal authority to decide what happens to a security — for example, whether to sell, transfer, or retain shares — without needing anyone else’s permission. Investors care because it signals who truly controls the economic outcome of an investment: like holding the only key to a safe, the holder can realize gains or losses and may trigger regulatory reporting, insider rules, or influence over corporate ownership.

Schedule 13G regulatory

"A listing of the shareholders of an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940"

A Schedule 13G is a formal document that investors file with the government when they acquire a large ownership stake in a company, usually for investment purposes rather than control. It helps keep the public informed about who owns significant parts of a company's shares, which can influence how the company is managed and how investors make decisions. Filing this schedule is important for transparency and understanding the ownership landscape of publicly traded companies.

parent holding company financial

"Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company"

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FAQ

How many Backblaze Inc (BLZE) shares does BlackRock beneficially own?

BlackRock beneficially owns 4,507,571 shares of Backblaze Inc. Class A stock. This position reflects holdings attributed to certain BlackRock business units that are aggregated for reporting under Schedule 13G/A.

What percentage of Backblaze Inc (BLZE) does BlackRock’s stake represent?

BlackRock’s position represents 7.5% of the Class A stock of Backblaze Inc. This percentage is based on the total outstanding shares of the class as referenced in the Schedule 13G/A ownership section.

What voting power does BlackRock have over its Backblaze Inc (BLZE) shares?

BlackRock has sole voting power over 4,444,152 shares of Backblaze Inc. It reports no shared voting power, meaning voting decisions for these reported shares are controlled solely by the reporting business units.

What dispositive power does BlackRock report over Backblaze Inc (BLZE) shares?

BlackRock reports sole dispositive power over 4,507,571 shares of Backblaze Inc. It has no shared dispositive power, indicating exclusive authority to decide if and when these reported shares are sold or otherwise disposed of.

Do any single BlackRock clients hold over 5% of Backblaze Inc (BLZE)?

No. The filing states that various persons have rights to dividends or sale proceeds from these shares, but no one person’s interest exceeds five percent of Backblaze’s total outstanding common shares.

Which BlackRock units are included in this Backblaze Inc (BLZE) Schedule 13G/A?

The filing covers securities beneficially owned by certain BlackRock business units collectively called the “Reporting Business Units.” It specifically excludes other BlackRock units whose holdings are disaggregated under SEC Release No. 34-39538.

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

(Amendment No. 2)

BACKBLAZE INC

(Name of Issuer)

Class A Stock

(Title of Class of Securities)

05637B105

(CUSIP Number)

06/30/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)

Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:

Rule 13d-1(b)

Rule 13d-1(c)

Rule 13d-1(d)

schemaVersion:

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): 05637B105

1

Names of Reporting Persons

BlackRock, Inc.

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

DELAWARE

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 4,444,152.00
6	Shared Voting Power 0.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 4,507,571.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 0.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

4,507,571.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

7.5 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

HC

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: BACKBLAZE INC
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: 2261 Market Street STE 81006 San Francisco CA 94114
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: BlackRock, Inc. In accordance with SEC Release No. 34-39538 (January 12, 1998), this Schedule 13G reflects the securities beneficially owned, or deemed to be beneficially owned, by certain business units (collectively, the "Reporting Business Units") of BlackRock, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates. It does not include securities, if any, beneficially owned by other business units whose beneficial ownership of securities are disaggregated from that of the Reporting Business Units in accordance with such release.
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: BlackRock, Inc., 50 Hudson Yards New York, NY 10001
(c)	Citizenship: See Item 4 of Cover Page
(d)	Title of class of securities: Class A Stock
(e)	CUSIP No.: 05637B105
Item 4.	Ownership
(a)	Amount beneficially owned: 4507571
(b)	Percent of class: 7.5 %
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: 4444152
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: 0
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 4507571
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 0
Item 5.	Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
	Not Applicable
Item 6.	Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
	If any other person is known to have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of, such securities, a statement to that effect should be included in response to this item and, if such interest relates to more than 5 percent of the class, such person should be identified. A listing of the shareholders of an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 or the beneficiaries of employee benefit plan, pension fund or endowment fund is not required. Various persons have the right to receive or the power to direct the receipt of dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of the common stock of BACKBLAZE INC. No one person's interest in the common stock of BACKBLAZE INC is more than five percent of the total outstanding common shares.
Item 7.	Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
	If a parent holding company has filed this schedule, pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b)(ii)(G), so indicate under Item 3(g) and attach an exhibit stating the identity and the Item 3 classification of the relevant subsidiary. If a parent holding company has filed this schedule pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c) or Rule 13d-1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identification of the relevant subsidiary. See Exhibit 99
Item 8.	Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
	Not Applicable
Item 9.	Notice of Dissolution of Group.
	Not Applicable

Item 10.

Certifications:

By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under § 240.14a-11.

SIGNATURE

After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.

BlackRock, Inc.

Signature:	Spencer Fleming
Name/Title:	Managing Director
Date:	07/27/2026

Exhibit Information

Exhibit 24: Power of Attorney Exhibit 99: Item 7