IT & cloud
Cloudflare places network services in front of websites to manage DNS, cache content, provide TLS certificates, and mitigate attacks, giving site owners a centralized layer for improving delivery and basic protection.
Site owners adding DNS and basic delivery protection
Does not replace origin hosting. Advanced security and performance services cost extra.
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Cloudflare offers ongoing free access within the listed eligibility and usage limits. Free website plan includes foundational DNS, CDN, SSL, and DDoS protection; origin hosting and paid add-ons are separate. Upgrading is a separate decision when the free scope no longer fits.
Free website plan includes foundational DNS, CDN, SSL, and DDoS protection; origin hosting and paid add-ons are separate.
Annual option is $20 per month; separately metered products and add-ons are excluded.
Free website plan includes foundational DNS, CDN, SSL, and DDoS protection; origin hosting and paid add-ons are separate.
Adds foundational protection to existing sites
Centralizes delivery and DNS settings
Does not replace origin hosting
Advanced security and performance services cost extra
Cloudflare is a useful option for site owners adding DNS and basic delivery protection. Import the site's DNS records and verify mail and verification entries before changing authoritative nameservers. Start with a small, representative task so you can check the results before extending the setup.
Review TLS settings and caching behavior on a test route, especially for account pages or content that changes per visitor. Consider the practical trade-off: does not replace origin hosting.
Cloudflare offers ongoing free access within the listed eligibility and usage limits. Free website plan includes foundational DNS, CDN, SSL, and DDoS protection; origin hosting and paid add-ons are separate. Upgrading is a separate decision when the free scope no longer fits.
No. Website protection and CDN services typically sit in front of an origin you provide.
No. Products such as load balancing and advanced routing have separate plans or usage charges.
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