Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention vs Fortra's Digital Guardian comparison

Forcepoint and Fortra are both solutions in the Data Loss Prevention (DLP) category. Forcepoint is ranked #2 with an average rating of 8.2, while Fortra is ranked #19 with an average rating of 9.5. Forcepoint holds a 5.1% mindshare in DLP, compared to Fortra’s 1.3% mindshare. Additionally, 91% of Forcepoint users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Fortra users who would recommend it.

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Dec 3, 2024

Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention and Fortra's Digital Guardian are products competing in the data protection market. While Fortra's Digital Guardian has a slight feature advantage due to additional endpoint security, Forcepoint offers competitive pricing and robust support, appealing to budget-conscious buyers.

Features: Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention provides real-time threat protection, data classification, and identification of sensitive information across networks. Fortra's Digital Guardian delivers advanced endpoint protection, fine-grained control over data movement, and comprehensive security features that contribute to its feature-rich offerings.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Forcepoint offers a hybrid deployment model with efficient customer support, making onboarding seamless. Fortra's Digital Guardian features a cloud-centric deployment useful for cloud-based setups, though its comprehensive features require more setup time. Forcepoint is regarded as having more accessible and responsive customer service, benefiting user satisfaction during deployment.

Pricing and ROI: Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is attractive due to its budget-friendly setup costs, suitable for organizations with limited budgets. Despite higher initial expenses, Fortra's Digital Guardian is perceived as providing better ROI through its expansive feature set, appealing to those looking for long-term security investment returns.

To learn more, read our detailed Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention vs. Fortra's Digital Guardian Report (Updated: April 2026).

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Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention vs. Fortra's Digital Guardian

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Mindshare comparison

As of May 2026, in the Data Loss Prevention (DLP) category, the mindshare of Cloudflare One is 2.1%, up from 1.4% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is 5.1%, down from 10.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Fortra's Digital Guardian is 1.3%, up from 0.6% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention	5.1%
Fortra's Digital Guardian	1.3%
Cloudflare One	2.1%
Other	91.5%

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Featured Reviews

Cobe Van Coller

Network Architect at IP Dimension

Cloud security has improved remote access and has reduced costs for smaller client sites

I have used Cloudflare One's Identity-Aware Proxy, and it is quite straightforward from what I have seen so far. The app registration on the Azure side integrates fully into Cloudflare, and I am very satisfied with that part because it is easy to set up. The integration of Cloudflare One's Secure Web Gateway and Zero Trust Network Access works without any issues. That part is pretty automatic, and if you complete the rest of the setup, it comes together by itself with no issues from my side. What makes it nice is that we can actually start replacing on-site firewalls at this stage for the smaller clients because it does not matter if they go to a coffee shop or work from home; they are still secured by the same connection. The hops get shorter and you get better latency. We have done testing to see if it is better. One thing that we did notice with our proof of concept with our current client is that they have people connecting from the UK. When they used their previous VPN solution, uploading CAD drawings and other files to the server took a long time. They mentioned that it is much quicker on Cloudflare One's solution. I definitely believe that is part of the improved performance, and I am satisfied with that as well. What is nice about Cloudflare One is that it makes the setup easier and also easier to train technicians to maintain it. Compared to legacy systems, we do not need to get fancy firewalls in place that are costly. That is definitely also a cost-saver with Cloudflare One.

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MuhammadJunaid7

Data Security Specialist at BOK

Data protection and feature-rich capabilities have improved with room for reducing false positives

Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is a good product that provides deep fingerprinting capabilities in data exploring and data discovery. They have an excellent feature for discovering data automatically through policies available in their portal, and they excel in data discovery and classification. The solution offers database fingerprinting, file fingerprinting, and script-based policies, along with automatic data discovery exploration. Fingerprinting automatically discovers customer data in our database and, based on sensitivity, detects and blocks the data if someone attempts unauthorized access. Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is a web threat security product offering content inspection and URL filtering with built-in DLP capabilities. It proactively identifies web-based threats using tools such as advanced classification, browser isolation, and malware detection. Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention's solution focuses on internal risks and monitoring user activity to identify abnormal behavior, offering forensic tools such as login and video replay to understand intent. Data classification is an advanced tool we have used for classifying our data. The main feature is AI-powered, called DSP. The classification capability leverages a distributed AI architecture feature and GenAI small language models to classify both structured and unstructured data. It supports 50 file types and continuously improves accuracy with user feedback, enabling auto-discovery across cloud, endpoint, and on-premises data stores without extra cost of repeated scans.

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BrandoDiego

System Engineer/Consultant at Notable Frontier Sdn Bhd

Endpoint monitoring has provided real-time visibility and supports cross-platform data protection

Several areas need improvement. System reporting and default system reporting are not totally usable and require customization to be practical. I find Fortra's Digital Guardian to be somewhat expensive, not highly or totally expensive, but somewhat expensive nonetheless. I see some limitations regarding scalability in Fortra's Digital Guardian; every application has its own limitations, and while there are limits, we attempt to work around them, sometimes needing to collaborate with Fortra's Digital Guardian engineers to find solutions. Latency issues with Fortra's Digital Guardian depend on the configuration in terms of network, so while it can be acceptable, it really depends on how well it is set up.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"The simplicity of the solution is its valuable features as almost no effort was needed to learn the configurations. It is also one of the cheapest firewalls available in this category."

"Using Cloudflare One makes my work quite easy because for DDoS protection, all I need to do is understand the OSI model and click; it makes it easier than trying to write a command line or use a Linux command."

"For Cloudflare Access, I am using the free plan...The most valuable feature is their protection."

"Cloudflare, in my opinion, was easy to implement."

"Cloudflare is simple to use."

"The blocking feature is very good."

"It will take the blow rather than our applications should an attack occur."

"What makes it nice is that we can actually start replacing on-site firewalls at this stage for the smaller clients because it does not matter if they go to a coffee shop or work from home; they are still secured by the same connection."

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"Incident remediation is awesome in Forcepoint."

"The product's configuration phase is easy."

"Forcepoint has been the leader in the space for many years and they are very well established and mature, which is why customers choose Forcepoint DLP."

"Another valuable feature is that it provides integration to things like Cloud Access Security Broker, which provides security around cloud applications."

"The tool is fine for the DLP features, especially when you are on an on-premises model with a data center."

"Forcepoint offers many policies that conform to global DLP best practices, including requirements specific to regions like the Middle East, Europe, etc., and their AI and fingerprinting are incredibly effective and robust, always catching the correct data being leaked in our tests."

"I did not experience any crashes. The solution has been stable in my usage."

"The most valuable feature of this solution is that it captures where the data is being moved."

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"We have accurate detection on data protection and more visibility on different data channels compared to other DLP solutions. So, basically, more on the principle, there is ROI."

"As long as you know the flow and how the setup phase works, the process can be totally straightforward."

"Endpoint DLP can detect activity without implementing any rules, unlike other DLP solutions where you need to configure rules and policies; Fortra's Digital Guardian can detect any user activity after installation and commissioning without the need for policy implementation, and it just works by system default."

Cons

"Feedback could be enhanced. While I work efficiently with Clover as a partner in Mexico City, sometimes the information and requests are easier to manage with more concrete solutions."

"Cloudflare DDoS has poor technical support."

"Lacks a VPN feature to provide a secure connection to the data center."

"The initial onboarding was causing us some confusion."

"The tool should provide on-premise versions. Currently, all versions are cloud-based."

"From a logging perspective, it is still a bit difficult to see exactly what users are being blocked with the current views."

"There are premium tier live service and lower tier live service, so we opted for the lower tier. But there is no medium tier where we pay a little extra and get a bit more service. So if that can be improved."

"The free plan has limitations. For example, I can only set up three rules, and the application firewall is unavailable."

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"It would be wonderful if the solution could develop more AI and machine learning capabilities."

"Based on our experience, the stability has not been very good, but it has also not been bad."

"Customer service is slow."

"This solution has a tendency to provide false-positive results."

"I would like to see improvement in the reporting. We can only get one week's worth of data; we can't get more than that. Also, the reporting console is very slow, making it very frustrating to use."

"The user-friendliness of the interface in formulating DLP policies could be improved. An example would be managing policies. It's a little daunting at first, and can be confusing, at times, when it comes to how to set things up and how to add policies. They could improve on that."

"I would like to see improvement in the reporting. We can only get one week's worth of data; we can't get more than that."

"The user-friendliness of the interface in formulating DLP policies could be improved."

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"In my opinion, there's a need for an extensive skill set or knowledge of creating policies. There's room for improvement to make it more user-friendly in creating custom rules and policies."

"Several areas need improvement. System reporting and default system reporting are not totally usable and require customization to be practical."

"The trouble with the tool is its ability to integrate with a third-party application."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"Cloudflare Zero Trust Platform's pricing is good."

"The prices are slightly expensive."

"The solution is not that expensive."

"My company has to make yearly payments towards the licensing costs attached to the solution. There are no hidden charges apart from the licensing costs of the solution."

"The solution's pricing lacks transparency."

"The pricing is somewhere in the middle. I would rate the pricing a seven out of ten."

"The price tag is no longer $200,000, but rather $300,000 to $400,000. It's twice."

"The pricing of the solution is cheap. The licensing cost is also very low. I rate the cost and pricing a three out of ten."

"The cost for the product for our use is less than $10 per user."

"Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is costlier than other brands, but not all. Of the solutions, I have used Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is more costly."

"I prefer Forceoint because it is cheaper than Symantec."

"Forcepoint DLP is a bit expensive."

"I can't comment on the cost, as a different department handles that."

"The pricing for Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is more expensive than Symantec, but it's negotiable. It depends on how well you negotiate. The solution is worth the money, though, based on the services and facilities it provides to my company."

"The solution is expensive."

"The pricing is reasonable. That's why we went with Forcepoint. They were pretty competitive."

More Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention pricing and cost advice

"As long as your needs are fulfilled, even if the price is high, you will buy the tool."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Construction Company

20%

Comms Service Provider

11%

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

16%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Computer Software Company

10%

Comms Service Provider

Manufacturing Company

14%

Financial Services Firm

12%

Government

10%

Comms Service Provider

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	10
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	12

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	33
Midsize Enterprise	6
Large Enterprise	28

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Also Known As

Cloudflare Area 1 Email Security, Cloudflare Bot Management, Cloudflare Gateway, Cloudflare Zero Trust Platform, Cloudflare DDoS, Cloudflare SASE & SSE Platform

Forcepoint DLP, Forcepoint Data Security Suite, Websense Data Security Suite

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Overview

Cloudflare One is a comprehensive platform for security, performance, and connectivity. It provides features like rate limiting, DDoS protection, and application access, tailored to enhance user experience while securing internet access and accelerating communications.

Designed to integrate security measures with ease of use and scalability, Cloudflare One offers a secure web gateway and zero trust network access. These features ensure seamless setup and operation, making connectivity reliable and protected. Users appreciate its integrated console, intuitive interface, and the ability to manage risk effectively. It offers straightforward deployment, improves latency, and boasts cost-effectiveness. While its onboarding process and documentation need enhancement, its value in content delivery and application shielding is notable. Despite challenges in integrating Cloudflare Access with existing VPNs and the need for better automation and support, it remains vital for DNS and infrastructure protection.

What features make Cloudflare One stand out?

Rate Limiting: Controls the traffic rate to prevent abuse.
DDoS Protection: Shields applications from distributed denial-of-service attacks.
Secure Web Gateway: Provides secure internet access with seamless operation.
Zero Trust Network Access: Ensures secure, application-based connectivity without relying on traditional VPNs.
Access for Connectivity: Facilitates access to internal applications securely.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Security: Robust measures for DNS and browsing protection.
Performance: Enhanced site accessibility and communication speed.
Cost-Effectiveness: Offers competitive pricing for its features.
Ease of Deployment: Straightforward and efficient setup process.

In industries like finance, retail, and technology, Cloudflare One is crucial for enabling secure remote access and protecting web applications against dynamic threats. It supports compliance access policies and enhances content delivery, playing a key role in safeguarding digital infrastructure.

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Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention (DLP) protects sensitive data everywhere it resides and moves, across endpoints, cloud apps, web, email, and on-premises environments. It delivers unified policies and centralized visibility to simplify compliance and prevent data breaches in real time.

With over 1,800 pre-defined templates, policies, and classifiers covering the regulatory requirements of 90+ countries and 160+ regions, Forcepoint DLP accelerates deployment and ensures precise protection of regulated and sensitive data.

Flexible deployment options let organizations protect data on-premises, in the cloud, or through a hybrid approach using the same unified console. Powered by AI-driven classification and Risk-Adaptive Protection (RAP), Forcepoint DLP reduces complexity, automates compliance, and safeguards data wherever work happens.

Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is equipped with advanced fingerprinting technology, optical character recognition, and a large library of predefined rules. Organizations gain comprehensive data visibility and effective policy enforcement, supported by dynamic user behavior analysis and compliance capabilities. Its intuitive interface and flexible deployment options position it as a top choice for data security, although it could improve in communication reliability and language support. Complex reporting, machine learning integration, and cross-platform compatibility require enhancements.

What are the key features of Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention?

Ease of Installation: Simplifies setup for quick deployment.
Extensive Templates: Provides a wide range of compliance templates.
Powerful Fingerprinting: Offers robust data protection through precise identification.
Detailed Reporting: Generates comprehensive data movement reports.
Customizable Rules: Allows tailored data protection policies.
Cloud Integration: Seamlessly connects to cloud environments.
Optical Character Recognition (OCR): Reads text in images for data security.
Risk Analysis: Assesses risks to enhance data protection strategies.

What benefits and ROI can users expect from reviews?

Data Protection: Safeguards sensitive information effectively.
Regulatory Compliance: Helps meet legal requirements like PCI.
Data Visibility: Provides clear insights into data movement.
Integrated Security: Works smoothly with existing security tools.
Behavior Analysis: Offers insights into end-user actions.

In industries like finance, legal, and healthcare, Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is implemented to protect sensitive data such as credit card information and personal identification. It monitors and controls data on networks, endpoints, and cloud services, detecting unauthorized transfers through features like OCR and fingerprinting.

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Fortra's Digital Guardian is celebrated for its robust data protection, especially in data loss prevention across various endpoints. It enhances organizational efficiency, streamlines workflows, and provides deep insights via advanced analytics and real-time alerts, significantly improving data security and compliance management. Ideal for monitoring, customizing policies, and guarding against internal and external threats.

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Sample Customers

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Alphawest, Betsson, Cellcom Israel Ltd., Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, Confartigianato Vicenza, EverBank, Finansbank, iGATE, Landa Digital Printing, Northern California Bank, Reliance Capital, Remosa, Toyota, Scavolini, Zim Integrated Shipping Services

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