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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

Assistant Manager
50M - 250M USD, Energy and Utilities
FAVORABLE

“Fortiweb - a trusted long-term solution for advanced web threat protection. ”

5.0
Jul 31, 2025
We've used Fortiweb for years to protect our most critical customer-facing applications. It has consistently delivered comprehensive protection and has helped us meet our security standards with confidence.
IT Coordinator
50M - 250M USD, Real Estate
CRITICAL

“Integration with Existing Infrastructure Noted Alongside Advanced Protection Features”

3.0
Jul 4, 2025
Their solution aligns with our existing infrastructure and long term strategy

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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 Likes & Dislikes

Like

When it comes to what we like most - it's the comprehensive threat protection and consistent performance that gives us the confidence to secure our most important customer-facing applications.

Like

advanced protection capabilities, defending our workload environment and threat detection anomalies

Like

The best thing we like about the product and solution is that it protects our WEB Applications, API Applications and also helps with BOT Mitigation.

Dislike

With our current usage and long years of positive experience, there's nothing specific to mention about dislike.

Dislike

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

Dislike

As such, we haven't had any issues with the FortiWEB Solution as a whole.

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FortiWeb Web Application Firewall Reviews and Ratings

4.8

(341 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star
57%
4 Star
38%
3 Star
4%
2 Star
1%
1 Star
0%
Why ratings and reviews count differ?

Customer Experience

Evaluation & Contracting

4.6

Integration & Deployment

4.6

Service & Support

4.5

Product Capabilities

4.6

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  • Assistant Manager
    50M-1B USD
    Energy and Utilities
    Review Source

    Fortiweb - a trusted long-term solution for advanced web threat protection.

    5.0
    Jul 31, 2025
    We've used Fortiweb for years to protect our most critical customer-facing applications. It has consistently delivered comprehensive protection and has helped us meet our security standards with confidence.
  • CFO and Chief Accountant
    <50M USD
    Banking
    Review Source

    Fortinet FortiWEB Provides Robust Protection for Web and API Applications

    5.0
    Jul 31, 2025
    Overall Fortinet FortiWEB Solution is great and we are having wonderful experience with solution for our organization
  • Deputy General Manager, Human Resources
    50M-1B USD
    Banking
    Review Source

    AI-Driven FortiWeb Enhances Web Application and Bot Security Effectiveness

    5.0
    Jul 31, 2025
    Experience of using Fortinet FortiWeb Solution is really rewarding and great.
  • IT Manager
    50M-1B USD
    Banking
    Review Source

    Detection Of OSWASP Top 10 Vulnerabilities Supports Enterprise Security Needs

    5.0
    Jul 31, 2025
    It is a robust solution with its capability to detect OSWASP top 10 vulnerabilities and it is a enterprise grade solution and integration is possible with other vendors. evaluation with other vendors made fortiweb more to go option since seamless AI/ML capabilities
  • Manager, IT Security and Risk Management
    1B-10B USD
    Manufacturing
    Review Source

    FortiWeb Delivers Consistent Stability and Reliable Web Application Security Protection

    5.0
    Jul 31, 2025
    We have a long-term association with FortiWeb in our organization and have found it to be a stable and effective solution. Overall, it has been a very positive experience with Fortiweb.
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