Netskope Secure Web Gateway
Context-aware security for web and cloud.
Overview
Netskope's Next Gen Secure Web Gateway (NG SWG) is a core component of its Security Service Edge (SSE) platform. It goes beyond traditional URL filtering to provide advanced, context-aware security for all web traffic. It can decode cloud app traffic, identify instances, and apply granular policies for threat protection and data loss prevention (DLP) for users anywhere.
✨ Key Features
- Cloud-native Secure Web Gateway (SWG)
- Advanced Threat Protection (ATP)
- Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB)
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
- Granular policy control for cloud apps (e.g., block upload to personal Dropbox)
- Real-time visibility and analytics
- Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Deep understanding of cloud application traffic (API-level introspection)
- Strong focus on data protection (DLP)
- Single-pass architecture for performance
- Patented Cloud XD technology
Unique Value: Provides context-aware security that understands the nuances of cloud applications, enabling granular control to prevent both threats and data loss.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Enterprise cloud security and data protection
- SASE and Zero Trust architecture implementation
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- SMBs needing only basic DNS-layer filtering
🏆 Alternatives
Offers deeper visibility and control over cloud application usage and data movement compared to traditional SWGs.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Premium options available tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
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