Gcore
Content delivery network (CDN) software
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€35 per month
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- Media and communications
- Accommodation and food services
- Arts, entertainment, and recreation
What is Gcore
Gcore is a content delivery network (CDN) platform used to cache and deliver web and application content from geographically distributed edge locations. It is typically used by media, gaming, SaaS, and e-commerce teams to improve latency and offload origin infrastructure for static and dynamic delivery. The product commonly bundles CDN with adjacent edge services such as DDoS protection, DNS, TLS certificate management, and edge compute options, depending on the plan. It is implemented via DNS/CNAME routing and configuration through a web console and APIs.
Broad edge service bundle
Gcore combines CDN delivery with related edge capabilities such as DNS, TLS management, and security features like DDoS mitigation. This reduces the need to integrate multiple vendors for common edge requirements. For teams that want a single operational surface for delivery and protection, the bundled approach can simplify procurement and day-to-day administration.
API and automation support
Gcore provides APIs that support programmatic configuration and operational workflows (for example, cache purge, configuration changes, and reporting retrieval). This is useful for DevOps teams that manage multiple properties or need to integrate CDN operations into CI/CD pipelines. Automation capabilities can reduce manual console work and improve consistency across environments.
Configurable caching and routing
The platform supports standard CDN controls such as cache rules, purge/invalidation, and origin configuration to fit different application patterns. These controls help teams tune performance and freshness for static assets and selected dynamic content. Configuration options also support common deployment models like multi-origin setups and domain-based routing.
Less specialized media tooling
Compared with products focused specifically on image and media pipelines, Gcore’s CDN is not primarily an end-to-end digital asset transformation platform. Teams needing advanced image optimization, transformation APIs, and asset workflow features may require additional tooling. This can add integration effort if media processing is a core requirement rather than general content delivery.
Feature depth varies by plan
Some capabilities in the broader edge stack (security, compute, advanced configuration) may depend on the selected service tier or contract. Buyers should validate which features are included, how they are metered, and what limits apply. This can complicate like-for-like comparisons during evaluation.
Operational complexity for novices
CDN configuration requires correct cache rules, origin settings, and TLS/DNS changes to avoid stale content, cache misses, or routing issues. Organizations without prior CDN experience may need time to establish best practices and monitoring. Misconfiguration can lead to performance regressions or unexpected origin load.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | €0/mo | 1 TB traffic included; 1,000,000,000 requests included; overage €0.030 per GB; requests overage €0.0075 per 10,000; 100,000 image optimization requests included; free SSL; Knowledge base support; Prices do not include VAT. |
| Start | €35/mo | 1.5 TB traffic included; 210+ PoPs; overage €0.023 per GB; 1,000,000,000 requests included; requests overage €0.0075 per 10,000; 100,000 image optimization requests included; free & custom SSL; 8/5 email support; Free trial: 14 days or 300 GB; Prices do not include VAT. |
| Volume | €1,200/mo | 300 TB traffic included; 210+ PoPs; overage €0.004 per GB; 1,000,000,000 requests included; requests overage €0.0075 per 10,000; image optimization (per 10,000) €1; 24/7 email/chat/phone support; Free trial: 14 days or 300 GB; Prices do not include VAT. |
| Enterprise | Custom pricing | Custom traffic/limits; dedicated options (PNI, BYOIP, Origin Shielding) on-demand; custom SLA/support; contact sales for pricing; Terms and trial are on individual terms; Prices do not include VAT. |
Seller details
Gcore
Luxembourg, Luxembourg
2014
Private
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