Web Filtering Proxy for Windows

Enterprise-grade Web Filtering for Windows

Web Filtering Proxy is a high-capacity web gateway built for Microsoft Windows environments. Designed for businesses, it provides layered content control and threat protection while fitting into existing Windows infrastructures. The solution supports both traditional on-premise servers and cloud-hosted deployments.

Main capabilities

• Real-time protection against malware and viruses, blocking malicious content before it reaches endpoints
• HTTPS interception and analysis to enforce policies on encrypted traffic
• Enforces Safe Browsing measures to limit access to risky or unwanted sites
• Deep inspection of HTTP exchanges, including HTML content scanning and response filtering
• Integrates with Microsoft Active Directory for centralized policy application
• Can be installed on local servers or run within Microsoft Azure for cloud-based use

Deployment and management

The product is suitable for installation inside corporate datacenters or as a cloud service in Azure. Administrators can apply user- and group-level rules by leveraging Active Directory integration. Day-to-day administration is simplified through compatibility with the Microsoft Management Console, enabling familiar tools and workflows for IT teams.

Security and content controls

By decrypting and examining HTTPS sessions, the gateway enforces browsing policies across encrypted traffic while scanning pages and files for threats. Combined Safe Browsing features and malware scanning help reduce exposure to phishing, drive-by downloads, and other web-based attacks. Content filtering can be applied to both requests and responses to control what users can access and download.

Intended users

This solution fits organizations that need centralized web policy enforcement, visibility into encrypted traffic, and integrated Windows authentication. It is particularly useful for enterprises seeking a managed gateway that blends security, compliance, and content management.

Alternative to consider

Stardock Fences (Free) is listed as a suggested alternative. While it serves a different primary function, some environments may prefer its lightweight, user-focused approach for desktop organization over a full web gateway solution.