Fortinet FortiGate SWG is a comprehensive web security solution provided by Fortinet. FortiGate SWG combines web filtering, malware protection, data loss prevention (DLP), and application control capabilities into a single integrated platform. It is designed to protect organizations from web-based threats, enforce compliance policies, and provide secure access to web resources.
The interface is user-friendly, intuitive and easy to configure, making it accessible even to non-IT personnel. Web filtering, inspection, and integration with vulnerability management are also valuable features. The solution is superior to Cisco in terms of security. The manageability is excellent, and the initial setup is straightforward.
Improvements needed on Fortinet FortiGate SWG include better IP licensing, enabling soft functionality for VPN use case, identifying users causing challenges, improving network traceability, faster installation process, lower pricing, more user-friendly dashboard/GUI, better reporting capability, additional features such as IBS and better cloud administration, and easier access to hidden features. Some reviewers experienced issues with firmware upgrades and slow log management.
The investment in Fortinet FortiGate SWG has resulted in positive returns. Switching to SD-WAN has allowed for live-live connectivity with the use of multiple internet connections simultaneously, improving traffic flow.
Some users find Fortinet FortiGate SWG reasonably priced and affordable, while others think it's expensive when compared to other solutions. The setup cost seems to vary depending on the user's organization size and needs. Licensing is required and can be paid yearly or have a multi-year agreement.
Fortinet FortiGate SWG is primarily used as a firewall for protecting on-prem traffic and controlling user's web access to certain places. It is also used for threat detection and response, as well as establishing VPN with other locations. It is a Secure Web Gateway that protects against various web attacks and features application control and intrusion prevention. It is useful for IPS web application and is being employed for basic features related to next-generation firewall.
Those who have used the technical support find it to be very good and helpful, though some note that there could be room for improvement in terms of ETA for resolution. Some prefer to contact their dedicated support team instead of Fortinet for faster resolution. Overall, customers seem to be satisfied with the technical support provided by Fortinet FortiGate SWG.
Some users found it simple and quick, while others found it moderately complex and took up to a week to deploy. Some users were able to easily migrate their security policies from their previous Fortinet firewalls, while others encountered difficulties with configuration during migration. One user reported the implementation process as easy and only requiring one technical person, while another reported it taking months to deploy across six sites.
Users have rated its scalability between eight and ten out of ten, with an ability to expand well and accommodate up to 200 people. Some users have also noted that the solution performs extremely well even with mid-range and entry-level devices, and that it can integrate with other products to make it stronger.
Fortinet FortiGate SWG has good performance, no bugs or glitches, and doesn't crash or freeze. Customers have reported using it for years without any periods of downtime, and it is reliable. Although some new releases may have bugs and be memory and CPU-reliant, the solution is still scalable.
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FortiGate SWG is typically deployed as a hardware appliance or as a virtual appliance in on-premises environments, but it may also be available as a cloud-based service. It is part of Fortinet's broader security fabric ecosystem, allowing integration with other Fortinet products to provide a unified and coordinated security infrastructure.
Reviews from Real Users
Below are some reviews and helpful feedback written by FortiGate SWG users.
David Carlson, CIO at Camco Mfg., says that "Non-IT people could plug it in, connect it to the fiber, and get it running without IT help".
Suresh Vijayen, Product Manager at IX Telecom, writes that FortiGate SWG "Provides helpful technical support, but its dashboard needs to be more user-friendly".
Chandan Munshi, Chief Technical Officer at Provision Technologies LLP, states that "The user interface is intuitive. Anyone can configure the firewall with little knowledge of the product. The back-end is robust with good security."
Fortinet FortiGate SWG was previously known as FortiGate SWG, FortiGate Secure Web Gateway.
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