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Forcepoint LLC

Forcepoint Secure Web Gateway

7.9 / 10
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Forcepoint Secure Web Gateway
7.9 / 10

What is Forcepoint Secure Web Gateway?

Proactively secure the web with advanced, real-time threat defenses—full content inspection and in-line security scanning help mitigate risk and protect against malware.

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Awards & Recognition

Forcepoint Secure Web Gateway won the following awards in the Secure Web Gateway category

Forcepoint Secure Web Gateway Ratings

Real user data aggregated to summarize the product performance and customer experience.
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85 Likeliness to Recommend

97 Plan to Renew

87 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value


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Emotional Footprint Overview

+94 Net Emotional Footprint

The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.

How much do users love Forcepoint Secure Web Gateway?

0% Negative
0% Neutral
100% Positive

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Continually Improving Product
  • Efficient Service
  • Effective Service

Feature Ratings

Average 81

Analytics and Reporting

87

DLP Functionality

85

Sandboxing

84

Malware Detection

83

URL Filtering

83

SSL Scanning

82

URL Categorization

81

Application Control

80

Directory Integration

79

Mobile Device Protection

78

Bandwidth Utilization Management

76

Vendor Capability Ratings

Average 81

Breadth of Features

100

Ease of Customization

100

Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement

100

Quality of Features

100

Usability and Intuitiveness

100

Availability and Quality of Training

97

Ease of Implementation

97

Vendor Support

97

Business Value Created

95

Ease of Data Integration

92

Ease of IT Administration

92

Forcepoint Secure Web Gateway Reviews

Satyam K.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: IT Leader or Manager
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Feb 2024

Fantastic product but technical support is decent

Likeliness to Recommend

9 / 10

What differentiates Forcepoint Secure Web Gateway from other similar products?

Best console management console.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

Easy to use.

What do you dislike most about this product?

Need to improve technical support.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Assess Your Needs. Compare Pricing. Conduct a Proof of Concept. Evaluate Integration. Consider Scalability. Security Policies and Customization. Stay Informed.

Pros

  • Continually Improving Product
  • Reliable
  • Trustworthy
  • Respectful

SACHIN S.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: IT Development, Integration, and Administration
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Feb 2024

FSWG: Secure your web, empower your business

Likeliness to Recommend

8 / 10

What differentiates Forcepoint Secure Web Gateway from other similar products?

Unlike traditional SWGs that route all traffic through a central point, Forcepoint utilizes a distributed approach. This means most user traffic goes directly to the destination website, minimizes latency and bottleneck. Unlike most SWGs, Forcepoint offers built-in DLP capabilities to prevent sensitive data exfiltration. This feature helps organizations comply with data privacy regulations and safeguard confidential information.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

Forcepoint goes beyond basic malware and phishing detection. Their SWG integrates threat intelligence feeds, sandboxing and advanced URL filtering to identify and block even sophisticated zero-day attacks and emerging threats. Forcepoint provides comprehensive reporting and analytics, giving detailed insights into user activity, web traffic and security threats.

What do you dislike most about this product?

Some users report experiencing performance issues, such as slow loading times or application sluggishness, after implementing Forcepoint SWG. While Forcepoint offers a cloud-based version of SWG, its primary focus remains on on-premises deployments.

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Identify the level of protection needed, consider the total cost including deployment and maintenance and choose between on-premises, cloud-based or hybrid deployment

Pros

  • Client Friendly Policies
  • Helps Innovate
  • Continually Improving Product
  • Reliable

Sophiya T.

  • Role: Information Technology
  • Industry: Technology
  • Involvement: Initial Implementation
Validated Review
Verified Reviewer

Submitted Feb 2024

The features are fantastic.

Likeliness to Recommend

9 / 10

What differentiates Forcepoint Secure Web Gateway from other similar products?

Forcepoint Secure Web Gateway (SWG) is a cloud-based security solution that helps organizations protect their users from online threats and malware. URL filtering: Blocks access to malicious websites and phishing attempts. Data loss prevention (DLP): Prevents sensitive data from being exfiltrated from the network. Advanced malware protection: Detects and blocks malware, including zero-day attacks. Cloud security: Protects against threats in cloud applications. Sandboxing: Isolates suspicious files to detonate them in a safe environment.

What is your favorite aspect of this product?

Comprehensive security features Cloud-based deployment Sandboxing Strong customer support

What do you dislike most about this product?

Expensive Complex Can impact network performance

What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?

Forcepoint SWG is a powerful security solution that can help organizations protect their users and data from a wide range of online threats. However, it is important to consider the cost, complexity, and potential performance impact before deploying it.

Pros

  • Helps Innovate
  • Reliable
  • Performance Enhancing
  • Enables Productivity