Link11
Content delivery network (CDN) software
Web application firewalls (WAF)
DNS security solutions
DDoS protection software
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Network security software
Web security software
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What is Link11
Link11 is a cloud-based security platform focused on protecting internet-facing applications and network services from distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks. It is used by security and infrastructure teams to mitigate volumetric and application-layer attacks and to reduce downtime risk for web applications, APIs, and online services. The platform also includes adjacent capabilities such as web application firewall (WAF), bot management, and DNS-related security features delivered as managed services and via a global scrubbing network.
Strong DDoS mitigation focus
The product centers on DDoS detection and mitigation, including protection for both network-layer and application-layer attack patterns. It is typically deployed in front of public web properties and APIs to absorb and filter malicious traffic before it reaches origin infrastructure. This focus can be a fit for organizations that prioritize availability and incident response processes over broader content optimization features.
Integrated web security controls
Link11 combines DDoS protection with web security functions such as WAF and bot-related controls, reducing the need to stitch together multiple point products. This can simplify policy management for teams that want a single provider for availability and web threat mitigation. The integrated approach is relevant when the same applications require both attack absorption and request-level filtering.
Managed service operating model
Link11 is commonly positioned with managed support for mitigation and tuning, which can help teams that lack 24/7 in-house security operations coverage. Managed onboarding and rule tuning can reduce time-to-protection for complex applications. This model can be useful for organizations that want operational assistance during incidents rather than only self-service tooling.
Less CDN optimization emphasis
Compared with products built primarily for content delivery and edge performance, Link11’s core value proposition is security and availability. Organizations seeking advanced media optimization, image transformation pipelines, or developer-centric edge compute may need additional tooling. For performance-first CDN use cases, the feature depth may not match specialized delivery platforms.
Security tuning requires expertise
WAF and bot controls typically require ongoing tuning to balance protection with false positives, especially for APIs and dynamic applications. Teams may need to invest time in baselining traffic, defining exceptions, and maintaining rules as applications change. Even with managed services, internal application knowledge is often necessary to validate blocking decisions.
Limited public technical transparency
Some implementation details (for example, full edge footprint specifics, detailed pricing, and feature-by-feature limits) may not be as transparent as in developer-first platforms that publish extensive self-serve documentation and calculators. This can make early-stage evaluation and cost modeling harder without vendor engagement. Procurement may require more direct scoping with the vendor to confirm fit for specific traffic profiles.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | €613 per month (monthly) or €490 per month (annual, save 20%) | Web DDoS Protection (Standard), WAF (Standard), 24×7 Support, GDPR compliance. |
| Advanced | €988 per month (monthly) or €790 per month (annual, save 20%) | Web DDoS Protection (Standard), WAF (Standard), 24×7 Support, GDPR compliance. Marked as "Most popular" on the vendor site. |
| Enterprise | Custom pricing | Enterprise-grade Web DDoS Protection (Advanced / Enterprise DDoS Protection), Advanced WAF, Advanced API Protection, Advanced Bot Management, 24×7 Enterprise Support, SSO, GDPR. Contact sales for pricing. |
Optional add-ons (listed on the official pricing page):
- Bot Management – Standard: €300 (available for Essential & Advanced; included in Premium & Enterprise per vendor copy)
- API Protection – Standard: €300 (available for Essential & Advanced; included in Premium & Enterprise)
- Mobile SDK Addon – Standard: €200 (available for Essential, Advanced, Enterprise; included in Premium & Enterprise)
Notes: Pricing shown on Link11's official pricing page and is presented in EUR. The site shows both monthly and annual billing (annual saves 20%). The Enterprise plan price is custom (contact sales).
Seller details
Link11 GmbH
Frankfurt am Main, Germany
2005
Private
https://www.link11.com/
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