CloudFlare Inc (NET)

Overview

Cloudflare, Inc. is a leading cloud services provider offering a wide array of services to a global clientele. Specializing in integrated cloud-based security solutions, Cloudflare caters to a varied platform mix, including public clouds, private clouds, on-premises infrastructure, software-as-a-service (SaaS) applications, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The company focuses on ensuring the security, performance, and reliability of users' websites and applications through its comprehensive range of products and services. Founded in 2009 and with headquarters in San Francisco, California, Cloudflare targets a diverse market encompassing technology, healthcare, finance, consumer and retail, industrial sectors, non-profits, and government entities.

Products and Services

• Integrated Cloud-based Security Solution

  This offering combines various products designed to secure platforms such as public clouds, private clouds, on-premises infrastructure, SaaS applications, and IoT devices. The solution includes web application firewalls, bot management, distributed denial of service (DDoS) protection, API gateways, SSL/TLS encryption, and more.

• Website and Application Performance Solutions

  Cloudflare enhances user experiences through services that include content delivery, load balancing, DNS, smart routing, video stream delivery, web optimization, and other performance-related solutions.

• SASE platform through Cloudflare One

  Offering a cloud-based network-as-a-service, this platform integrates various network management and security services to provide a comprehensive secure access service edge (SASE) solution.

• Network Services

  These services focus on delivering superior network connectivity, security, and performance. Products under this category include Magic WAN, Magic Transit, Magic Firewall, Cloudflare Network Interconnect, and Spectrum.

• Zero Trust Services

  Cloudflare's zero trust services, such as Cloudflare Access, Gateway, Remote Browser Isolation, and Cloud Email Security, work by verifying and securing access to data and applications without assuming trust based on the network’s location.

• Developer-based Solutions

  The company offers a suite of developer tools, including Cloudflare Workers, R2 Object Storage, Workers KV, Durable Objects, Pages, Stream, and Images, to support the creation and optimization of online applications and content.

• Consumer Products

  Cloudflare also caters to individual users with products like 1.1.1.1 DNS resolver, WARP VPN, and Cloudflare Registrar, which help in securing internet connectivity and managing domain names efficiently.