Edgio
Video CMS software
WebOps platforms
Content delivery network (CDN) software
Web application firewalls (WAF)
Bot detection and mitigation software
DDoS protection software
Website security software
DevSecOps software
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What is Edgio
Edgio is an edge delivery and security platform that combines CDN services with application security controls for websites, APIs, and streaming workloads. It targets web operations, security, and engineering teams that need to accelerate content delivery while managing edge rules, traffic controls, and threat mitigation. The platform includes edge compute/workflow tooling, WAF and DDoS protections, and bot management capabilities that can be operated through a unified control plane and APIs.
Integrated edge delivery and security
Edgio provides CDN capabilities alongside security features such as WAF, DDoS protection, and bot mitigation in the same platform. This can reduce the need to stitch together separate delivery and security products for common web and API use cases. Centralized policy management helps teams coordinate performance and security changes with fewer handoffs.
Developer-oriented edge configuration
Edgio supports programmatic configuration and automation patterns that fit DevSecOps workflows, including API-driven management and rule-based traffic handling at the edge. This is useful for teams that want repeatable deployments and environment parity across staging and production. The approach aligns with WebOps needs where changes to routing, caching, and security controls are managed as part of release processes.
Supports web and streaming workloads
Edgio is used for both general web delivery and media delivery scenarios, which can matter for organizations operating mixed properties (sites, APIs, and video). Edge controls can be applied to optimize caching and routing behavior while enforcing security policies. This breadth can be helpful compared with tools focused primarily on video management rather than edge delivery and protection.
Not a full video CMS
Although Edgio supports delivery for streaming and media, it is not primarily a video content management system. Organizations needing ingest workflows, editorial collaboration, rights management, and media asset management typically require separate tooling. Buyers should validate which video lifecycle functions are handled natively versus through integrations.
Operational complexity for small teams
Running edge delivery and security together can introduce configuration complexity, especially when tuning caching, routing, and security rules simultaneously. Smaller teams may find the learning curve higher than products focused on a single function. Misconfiguration risk can increase without strong change control and testing practices.
Vendor transition and continuity risk
Edgio, Inc. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 2023 and later sold parts of its business and assets to other companies. This can create uncertainty around product roadmap, support continuity, and contract terms depending on which services are in scope. Prospective customers should confirm the current service owner, SLAs, and long-term availability for the specific Edgio offering they plan to use.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0.00 (permanently free tier) | Entry-level access to Edgio Applications bundles (Sites, Performance, Security); intended as the introductory tier of the Protect & Perform Application Bundles. |
| Professional | Contact for pricing | Paid bundle that adds enterprise-grade performance and security capabilities above the Free tier (includes WAAP components, CDN performance, access to SOC services). |
| Enterprise | Contact for pricing | Higher-tier bundle with expanded security and managed services (greater SOC support, advanced WAAP features and enterprise support levels). |
| Premier | Contact for pricing | Top-tier bundle with dedicated managed security teams, the most extensive SOC/response support and premium performance & service SLAs. |
Seller details
Edgio, Inc.
Los Angeles, California, United States
2001
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https://edg.io/
https://x.com/edgioinc
https://www.linkedin.com/company/edgio
