Cloudflare Workers
A serverless execution environment that allows you to create and run applications on Cloudflare's global network.
Overview
Cloudflare Workers is a serverless platform that allows developers to run JavaScript, Rust, C, and C++ code on Cloudflare's global edge network. Instead of running in a centralized data center, code runs in the data center closest to the end-user, which dramatically reduces latency. It's designed for building fast, scalable, and secure applications without managing infrastructure.
✨ Key Features
- Serverless functions at the edge
- Global deployment in seconds
- Zero cold starts
- Support for JavaScript, WebAssembly (Rust, C/C++)
- Key-value store (Workers KV)
- Cron Triggers for scheduled tasks
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Extremely low latency due to a massive global network
- Uses V8 Isolates instead of containers, resulting in zero cold starts
- Generous free tier and simple pricing model
Unique Value: Deploy serverless code that runs on a massive global network, providing unparalleled speed and performance by executing logic close to the user.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Redirecting users based on geography
- Serving personalized ads with low latency
- Building full-stack applications with Jamstack architecture
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Long-running, stateful computations (better suited for traditional servers)
- Applications requiring direct OS-level access
🏆 Alternatives
Offers better performance with zero cold starts and a more developer-friendly experience compared to container-based edge solutions.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Business, Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: 100,000 requests per day, 10ms CPU time per request
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