HashiCorp Sentinel
Policy as code for security, compliance, and operational governance.
Overview
HashiCorp Sentinel is a policy as code framework that is embedded in the Enterprise versions of HashiCorp's tools, including Terraform, Vault, Consul, and Nomad. It allows you to define and enforce policies to control access to infrastructure and data.
✨ Key Features
- Policy as code
- Embedded in HashiCorp Enterprise products
- Fine-grained, logic-based policy decisions
- Multiple enforcement levels (advisory, soft-mandatory, hard-mandatory)
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deep integration with HashiCorp products
- Designed for ease of use by operators
Unique Value: Provides a consistent way to enforce policies across the entire HashiCorp stack.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Preventing Terraform from creating oversized virtual machines
- Restricting access to sensitive data in Vault based on time of day
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- As a standalone policy engine (it's embedded in HashiCorp products)
🏆 Alternatives
Its tight integration with HashiCorp products makes it a more seamless solution for policy enforcement within that ecosystem compared to general-purpose policy engines.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Terraform Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
📊 Market Info
Customers: 10000+
Total Funding: $385.7M
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