Citrix Gateway
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What is Citrix Gateway
Citrix Gateway is a secure access gateway that provides remote access to applications and desktops and brokers connectivity to Citrix virtual apps and desktops environments. It is used by IT and security teams to publish internal resources to remote users through VPN and proxy-based access, often with multi-factor authentication and single sign-on integrations. The product commonly sits at the edge of the network/DMZ and enforces access policies while terminating and inspecting user sessions. It is typically deployed as a virtual appliance and integrates with enterprise identity providers and directory services.
Secure remote access controls
Citrix Gateway supports SSL VPN and ICA proxy access patterns for remote users, enabling access without exposing internal networks directly. It integrates with common MFA methods and can enforce authentication and session policies at the gateway. This makes it suitable for organizations that need centralized control over remote access to internal apps and virtual desktops.
Tight Citrix stack integration
The gateway is designed to work closely with Citrix virtual apps and desktops deployments, including session brokering and HDX/ICA traffic handling. This reduces the need for additional edge components when the organization standardizes on Citrix-delivered apps/desktops. It also supports publishing internal web apps through the same access layer for a more unified remote access experience.
Enterprise deployment options
Citrix Gateway is commonly deployed as an appliance/virtual appliance in perimeter networks and supports high availability configurations. It provides administrative controls and logging suitable for enterprise operations and compliance workflows. Organizations can standardize remote access entry points across multiple sites and user groups using consistent policy constructs.
Complexity and admin overhead
Initial setup and ongoing operations can be complex, especially when combining VPN, proxy access, MFA, and multiple authentication sources. Policy design, certificate management, and troubleshooting user connectivity often require specialized expertise. This can be heavier than simpler remote support or remote access tools aimed at small teams.
Best fit for Citrix environments
While it can publish certain web and network resources, the strongest value is typically realized when paired with Citrix virtual apps and desktops. Organizations not using Citrix-delivered apps/desktops may find the product less compelling relative to more general-purpose remote access approaches. Some use cases may require additional components or alternative architectures to meet non-Citrix application access needs.
Licensing and lifecycle considerations
Costs and entitlements are commonly tied to broader Citrix licensing and may be difficult to evaluate in isolation. Upgrades and security patching require disciplined change management because the gateway is an internet-facing control point. Organizations may also need to plan for vendor roadmap and product naming/packaging changes over time.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan / Edition | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Citrix Gateway (part of Citrix ADC / NetScaler) - Standard edition | Not listed on official site — contact Citrix sales or partners | Gateway functionality available as part of ADC Standard edition; licensed per appliance/VPX capacity. See Citrix licensing/product matrix for edition details and fixed-capacity options. |
| Citrix Gateway (part of Citrix ADC / NetScaler) - Advanced edition | Not listed on official site — contact Citrix sales or partners | Advanced edition available; additional features vs Standard; available for physical (MPX) and virtual (VPX) deployments and in fixed-capacity subscription sizes (e.g., 10Mbps up to 100Gbps). |
| Citrix Gateway (part of Citrix ADC / NetScaler) - Premium edition | Not listed on official site — contact Citrix sales or partners | Premium edition (highest feature set) and available in various fixed-capacity SKUs. Some features or add-on "Universal" licenses may be required for specific VPN/endpoint capabilities. |
| NetScaler / ADC Fixed-capacity VPX subscriptions (capacity-based SKUs) | Pricing not published on site — contact Citrix sales or partners | Official product pages list many fixed-capacity tiers (10Mbps, 25Mbps, 200Mbps, 1Gbps, 3Gbps, 5Gbps, 8Gbps, 10Gbps, 15Gbps, 25Gbps, 40Gbps, 100Gbps) and that throughput/capacity and edition determine entitlement. |
| Citrix Gateway Service (cloud-based Gateway functionality via Citrix Cloud) | Pricing not listed on product pages — trial and entitlements handled via Citrix Cloud; contact Citrix or use Citrix Cloud trial | Gateway Service functionality is available as part of Citrix Cloud service packages (e.g., Gateway Service Standard, Workspace bundles). Citrix Cloud offers trials for relevant services. |
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