Revolutionizing Firewall-as-a-Service: Introducing New Pricing for Cloud NGFW for Azure

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The Firewall-as-a-Service (FWaaS) market is growing tremendously, driven by the increasing demand for scalable, cloud-integrated cybersecurity solutions. Organizations are prioritizing advanced security measures to safeguard their distributed, cloud-centric operations. With AI and machine learning innovations and comprehensive cybersecurity frameworks, FWaaS is set to lead the next wave of adoption.

As always, Palo Alto Networks remains ahead of the curve, setting trends and delivering innovative solutions. Cloud NGFW for Azure is a natively integrated, cloud-native firewall solution that seamlessly integrates with the Microsoft Azure ecosystem. It simplifies infrastructure management and maintenance, allowing our customers to focus on what matters most: policy management and operational efficiency. With Cloud NGFW, availability and scalability are no longer the challenges—they’re built-in features.

A Journey of Rapid Adoption and Trusted Partnerships

Since its release in 2023, Cloud NGFW for Azure has become a trusted solution for organizations seeking robust, cloud-native security. Hybrid cloud customers, who manage both on-premises and Azure environments, continue to unlock the benefits of unified policy management through Panorama or the Strata Cloud Manager, supported by Precision AI-powered Cloud-Delivered Security Services. 

At the same time, net-new customers are adopting Cloud NGFW for its seamless integration with native Azure services, simplifying their security operations and reducing complexity. These integrations allow them to align Cloud NGFW with their broader Azure-centric architectures easily. 

For organizations operating in multi-cloud environments, Cloud NGFW delivers unmatched flexibility. With seamless credit fungibility between Azure and AWS deployments and unified platform policy management, customers achieve consistent security and operational efficiency across their cloud ecosystems. 

This rapid adoption underscores Cloud NGFW's critical role in securing scale cloud environments. As the product evolves, we remain committed to actively listening to customer feedback through personal interactions, online channels, proof-of-concept evaluations, or customer reviews on G2. We aim to provide an unparalleled SaaS experience that exceeds customer expectations by prioritizing responsiveness and innovation.

Announcing New Pricing to Simplify Security Decisions

We’re thrilled to announce a significant update to the pricing model for Cloud NGFW for Azure, effective immediately. This new structure reflects our commitment to providing exceptional value without letting cost become a barrier to adopting best-in-class security solutions. 

Here’s what’s changing for our PAYG model:

Type	Current Pricing	New Pricing
Deployment Hourly	$1.50/hour	$1.25/hour
Traffic Charge	$0.065/GB (First 30 TB)	$0.016/GB
	$0.045/GB (Next 15 TB)	-
	$0.030/GB (Above 45 TB)	-

• Lower Deployment Costs: Hourly rates are dropping from $1.50/hour to $1.25/hour.
• Simplified Traffic Pricing: Traffic charges have been drastically reduced, and tiered pricing has been eliminated.

This simplified pricing model eliminates tiered traffic pricing and significantly reduces costs across key dimensions. Customers can now confidently secure their cloud environments, knowing their budgets will stretch further to accommodate more security controls.

Empowering Our Customers with Flexibility and Value

For customers using Cloud NGFW credits, this update unlocks higher value:

• Reduced credit consumption: For instance, operating an NGFW resource now requires fewer credits—104 credits instead of 125 for a deployment hour and 1.3 credits instead of 5.4 per GB of traffic.
• More flexibility: Allocate savings toward additional resources or services, enhancing your security posture.

With credits remaining flexible across AWS and Azure environments, multi-cloud customers can continue to benefit from seamless credit management while leveraging our robust solutions across platforms.

The Future of FWaaS and Palo Alto Networks

As the FWaaS market expands, Palo Alto Networks remains committed to delivering transformative solutions that set the standard for cloud-native security. This pricing update marks a pivotal moment in the journey of Firewall-as-a-Service. It reflects our unwavering focus on empowering customers to adopt cutting-edge solutions without compromise. We thank our customers and partners for their trust and partnership as we continue to redefine what’s possible in cybersecurity.

Take Action Today

To transition your existing deployments to the updated pricing plan:

• Log in to the Azure portal and update the pricing plan for each deployed Cloud NGFW resource. Follow this guide for detailed steps.
• Your metering and billing will automatically update once the changes are made. Your Cloud NGFW resources will remain intact during the transition.

If you have questions or need assistance, our support team is here to help. Contact us <insert link> today to ensure a smooth transition.

New to Cloud NGFW? Start Your Free Trial Today!

If cost has been a barrier to trying Cloud NGFW for Azure, now is the perfect time to start. Our new pricing makes exploring the powerful features of this fully managed, cloud-native firewall easier than ever. 

Start your free trial today and experience:

• Simplified policy management with no infrastructure headaches.
• Seamless integration within the Microsoft Azure ecosystem.
• Advanced threat protection at an unbeatable price.

Curious about your potential costs? Use our Cloud NGFW Cost Estimator to get a tailored estimate for your deployment needs.

To learn more about Cloud NGFW, visit our documentation page. Get hands-on experience with a 30-day free trial—subscribe via the Azure portal today. Your feedback drives our feature roadmap and product development, so don’t hesitate to share your thoughts or requests through your Palo Alto Networks support team.