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FortiWeb Web Application Firewall

byFortinet
in Cloud Web Application and API Protection
4.8
2025

Overview

Product Information on FortiWeb Web Application Firewall

Updated 13th October 2025

What is FortiWeb Web Application Firewall?

FortiWeb Web Application Firewall is a software designed to protect web applications from vulnerabilities and malicious attacks. It provides features such as threat detection, application-layer security, advanced machine learning for threat analysis, and integration with security information and event management systems. The software enables organizations to address business challenges related to unauthorized access, data breaches, and compliance requirements by monitoring and filtering traffic to web applications. FortiWeb Web Application Firewall assists in preventing exploits, mitigating risks from known and unknown threats, and automating security policies for web-based environments.

FortiWeb Web Application Firewall Pricing

FortiWeb Web Application Firewall software uses a pricing model based on the number of protected web applications, throughput requirements, and deployment options which include appliance, virtual machine, and cloud formats. Pricing is typically tiered and may require annual subscriptions for security updates, support, and additional features such as advanced threat protection and analytics.

Overall experience with FortiWeb Web Application Firewall

It Security & Risk Management Associate
Gov't/PS/ED 5,000 - 50,000 Employees, Education
FAVORABLE

“Easy setup and integration with digital certificates.”

4.0
Mar 31, 2026
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IT Coordinator
50M - 250M USD, Real Estate
CRITICAL

“Integration with Existing Infrastructure Noted Alongside Advanced Protection Features”

3.0
Jul 4, 2025
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2025
For Market:
Cloud Web Application and API Protection

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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FortiWeb Web Application Firewall Reviews and Ratings

4.8

(342 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star
57%
4 Star
38%
3 Star
4%
2 Star
1%
1 Star
0%
Why ratings and reviews count differ?
  • It Security & Risk Management Associate
    Gov't/PS/Ed
    Education
    Review Source

    Easy setup and integration with digital certificates.

    4.0
    Mar 31, 2026
    Simple product to configure OWASP rules, low hardware consumption.
    Automated Translation from Portuguese
  • It Security & Risk Management Associate
    Gov't/PS/Ed
    Education
    Review Source

    Easy setup and integration with digital certificates.

    4.0
    Mar 31, 2026
    Simple product to configure OWASP rules, low hardware consumption.
    Automated Translation from Portuguese
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FortiWeb Web Application Firewall Likes & Dislikes

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Simple setup.

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Simple setup.

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Simple setup.

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Dislike

I prefer if they control the price as this feel not economical when compared to other product

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I prefer if they control the price as this feel not economical when compared to other product

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I prefer if they control the price as this feel not economical when compared to other product