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FortiNAC

byFortinet
in
4.6
2025
Market Presence: Network Access Control (Transitioning to Security Service Edge), Enterprise Wired and Wireless LAN

Overview

Product Information on FortiNAC

Updated 13th October 2025

What is FortiNAC?

FortiNAC is a network access control software that provides visibility, control, and automated response for all devices connected to an organization’s network. The software helps organizations identify, manage, and monitor devices, including Internet of Things devices, across wired and wireless networks. It enforces security policies by controlling access based on user, device type, and role, and can automate responses to unauthorized or suspicious network activity. FortiNAC aims to reduce risks related to endpoint security by enabling segmentation and dynamic access restriction. The software is designed to address network security challenges by preventing threats that originate from unmanaged and unknown devices.

FortiNAC Pricing

FortiNAC software uses a subscription-based pricing model with tiered options based on the number of devices or endpoints managed within a network. Pricing generally varies depending on deployment scale and selected features such as automation and integration capabilities. This software is licensed annually or for multiple years and includes support and updates during the subscription period.

Overall experience with FortiNAC

SENIOR NETWORK ENGINEER
500M - 1B USD, IT Services
FAVORABLE

“FortiNAC: Deploying Effective Network Security Solutions”

4.0
Jan 31, 2025
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System Admin
50M - 250M USD, Telecommunication
CRITICAL

“Access control security tool is performing well”

3.0
Mar 24, 2022
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2025
For Market:
Enterprise Wired and Wireless LAN

About Company

Company Description

Updated 1st November 2023

Founded more than 20 years ago in Sunnyvale, California, Fortinet continues to be a driving force in the evolution of cybersecurity and the convergence of networking and security. Securing people, devices, and data everywhere is our mission. To that end, our portfolio of over 50 enterprise-grade products is the largest integrated offering available, delivering proven cybersecurity everywhere you need it. More than 680,000 customers trust Fortinet solutions, which are among the most deployed, most patented, and most validated in the industry.

Company Details

Updated 1st November 2023
Company type
Public
Year Founded
2000
Head office location
Sunnyvale, United States
Number of employees
10001+
Website
https://www.fortinet.com

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FortiNAC Reviews and Ratings

4.6

(162 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

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4 Star
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3 Star
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  • SENIOR NETWORK ENGINEER
    50M-1B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    FortiNAC: Deploying Effective Network Security Solutions

    4.0
    Jan 31, 2025
    FortiNAC is a powerful network access control (NAC) solution that provides complete visibility and control over the devices connecting to your network. As per my overall experience with FortiNAC is Positive, there are a lot of things that make my decision very strong layer of secutity by ensuring that only authroized devices can access the network. The feture of FortiNAC is to automatically detect, classify and respond to devices in real-time is the outstaniding feture, selectin FortiNAC tool for maintainng network of my organisation is my best decision.
  • SENIOR NETWORK ENGINEER
    50M-1B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    FortiNAC: Deploying Effective Network Security Solutions

    4.0
    Jan 31, 2025
    FortiNAC is a powerful network access control (NAC) solution that provides complete visibility and control over the devices connecting to your network. As per my overall experience with FortiNAC is Positive, there are a lot of things that make my decision very strong layer of secutity by ensuring that only authroized devices can access the network. The feture of FortiNAC is to automatically detect, classify and respond to devices in real-time is the outstaniding feture, selectin FortiNAC tool for maintainng network of my organisation is my best decision.
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FortiNAC Likes & Dislikes

Like

Microscopic Insight:- FortiNAC provides detailed insights into all devices connected to the network, including IoT devices, which are sometimes difficult to monitor. Auto-response:- This solution has the capability to quarantine non-compliant devices, significantly decrease the risk of security breaches. Reliability:- FortiNAC Reliability makes it suitable for both small businesses and large enterprises with big netwrok environments. Integration:- It integrates easily with other Fortinet products, such as FortiGate firewalls, creating a different security ecosystem. User-Friendly Interface:- The management interface is user-friendly and easy to navigate, which simplifies the process of configuring and monitoring network policies.

Like

Microscopic Insight:- FortiNAC provides detailed insights into all devices connected to the network, including IoT devices, which are sometimes difficult to monitor. Auto-response:- This solution has the capability to quarantine non-compliant devices, significantly decrease the risk of security breaches. Reliability:- FortiNAC Reliability makes it suitable for both small businesses and large enterprises with big netwrok environments. Integration:- It integrates easily with other Fortinet products, such as FortiGate firewalls, creating a different security ecosystem. User-Friendly Interface:- The management interface is user-friendly and easy to navigate, which simplifies the process of configuring and monitoring network policies.

Like

Microscopic Insight:- FortiNAC provides detailed insights into all devices connected to the network, including IoT devices, which are sometimes difficult to monitor. Auto-response:- This solution has the capability to quarantine non-compliant devices, significantly decrease the risk of security breaches. Reliability:- FortiNAC Reliability makes it suitable for both small businesses and large enterprises with big netwrok environments. Integration:- It integrates easily with other Fortinet products, such as FortiGate firewalls, creating a different security ecosystem. User-Friendly Interface:- The management interface is user-friendly and easy to navigate, which simplifies the process of configuring and monitoring network policies.

Dislike

Many services are working for this tool like snmp and cli but not giving much performance. Not receiving the notifications on time. Technical support is not providing the solution on time.

Dislike

Many services are working for this tool like snmp and cli but not giving much performance. Not receiving the notifications on time. Technical support is not providing the solution on time.

Dislike

Many services are working for this tool like snmp and cli but not giving much performance. Not receiving the notifications on time. Technical support is not providing the solution on time.