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Fall 2023 G2 Awards Are Here: 29 Badges and Counting For DNSFilter
by Serena Raymond on Sep 21, 2023 6:31:03 PM
DNSFilter has been named a leader in Secure Web Gateway, DNS Security, and Web Security categories on G2, earning an impressive 29 badges and named in 29 reports. This includes new badges such as High Performer EMEA and Leader Americas in the Web Security category.
These accolades are a testament to our commitment to our customers. We are particularly proud of our badges for ease of implementation, administration, and quality support. Providing the most effective Protective DNS solution on the market is important to us as a company.
Why Secure Web Gateway Matters
A Secure Web Gateway (SWG) is the cornerstone of any robust cybersecurity strategy. It acts as a vigilant sentry, intercepting and filtering web traffic to protect your network from malicious threats.
By implementing a SWG, businesses can:
- Mitigate Cyber Threats: Proactively defend against malware, phishing attacks, and other cyber threats that could cripple your operations.
- Enhance Productivity: Filter out non-essential or potentially harmful content, allowing employees to focus on their tasks without unnecessary distractions.
- Maintain Regulatory Compliance: Meet industry-specific compliance requirements, reducing the risk of fines and legal repercussions.
- Gain better visibility: See inside of your network’s DNS traffic for a better understanding of operations, and a greater ability to take action when needed.
Grid Domination: DNSFilter's Fall 2023 Achievements
DNSFilter's recent accolades, especially in the Secure Web Gateway category, underscore our excellence in providing unparalleled protection. DNSFilter is named in 29 reports and is a leader in 17 of them. Here are just a few of the reports where DNSFilter is leader of the pack:
- Results Index for Secure Web Gateways | Fall 2023
- Momentum Grid® Report for Secure Web Gateways | Fall 2023
- Mid-Market Relationship Index for Secure Web Gateways | Fall 2023
- Usability Index for Secure Web Gateways | Fall 2023
- Grid® Report for DNS Security Solutions | Fall 2023
- Implementation Index for DNS Security Solutions | Fall 2023
What Our Users Have to Say:
The voice of our satisfied customers speaks volumes about the impact DNSFilter has had on their security posture. Here are a few of our favorite quotes from the last few months:
- "We use DNSFilter to block ads and malicious websites, to further serve our goal of a complete security solution for ourselves and our clients."
- "We set up DNSFilter to protect our data from malware and whatnot. There were a few criteria that were important for us like time-to-implement, price, how much manual setup was needed, etc., and DNSFilter has done very well in all aspects for us."
- "Love DNSFilter's ease of setup and powerful protection!"
Conclusion: A Secure Future with DNSFilter
We’re proud of securing 29 badges from G2, but we’re prouder of the impact we’ve had on our customers’ ability to safeguard their organizations. With Protective DNS at its core, DNSFilter is not just a security solution; it's a promise of a safer, more secure future for your organization. Embrace DNSFilter, and let's fortify your defenses together.
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