Average Ratings 2 Ratings

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Average Ratings 23 Ratings

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Description

CacheGuard-OS is an open-source Linux-based UTM gateway appliance OS that has been in active development since 2002. It is designed to run on commodity x86 hardware and act as the default route between an internal network and the internet, replacing the ISP-provided router as the traffic checkpoint. The stack integrates: Squid (web cache and proxy), ClamAV (web antivirus), ModSecurity (WAF), StrongSwan (IPsec/IKEv2 VPN), IPRoute2 (QoS and WAN load balancing), NetFilter (stateful firewall), SSL inspection, and URL filtering. All components are configured through a web-based admin interface rather than directly, making the platform accessible to operators without deep Linux expertise while remaining auditable by those who want to inspect the underlying configuration. The OS has been open-source since its first release — source ships on every installed appliance. It was recently published publicly on GitHub to make the codebase easier to browse and audit. Target deployments are small to medium networks — SMBs, schools, and branch offices — where a commercial UTM appliance is overkill on budget but the threat surface is the same. Runs on bare metal or common hypervisors (VMware, VirtualBox, KVM, Hyper-V). No vendor lock-in, no subscription, no licence cost. GitHub: cacheguard/CacheGuard-OS

Description

The VPN that operates seamlessly. Recognized as the leading choice in the VPN market. Experience unrestricted global access with a risk-free 30-day money-back guarantee. ExpressVPN overcomes content limitations and censorship, providing boundless access to videos, music, social networks, and more, from any corner of the globe. It conceals your IP address and secures your data, ensuring that your online actions remain private. With just one click, you can secure your connection. An ExpressVPN subscription includes user-friendly applications compatible with all your devices, ranging from Mac and Windows to Android, iOS, Linux, routers, and beyond. Protect yourself against hackers and surveillance with top-tier encryption and leak prevention features. Gain access to any content regardless of your geographic location. Wave farewell to content restrictions and connect effortlessly to our limitless, high-speed VPN servers for an enhanced online experience. Enjoy complete freedom and security while browsing, streaming, and sharing online.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Proxmox VE Yes 
Safari No 
Trackonomics No 
VMware ESXi Yes 
VirtualBox Yes 
api:VPN No 

Integrations

Proxmox VE No 
Safari Yes 
Trackonomics Yes 
VMware ESXi No 
VirtualBox No 
api:VPN Yes 

Pricing Details

$0
Free for any number of users. Optional paid support available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Pricing Details

$6.67 per month
$6.67 per month if paid for 12 months in advance
$9.99 per month if paid for 6 months in advance
$12.95 per month if paid for a single month
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises Yes 
iPhone App Yes 
iPad App Yes 
Android App Yes 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App Yes 
iPad App Yes 
Android App Yes 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) Yes 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

CacheGuard Technologies

Founded

2025

Country

France

Website

www.cacheguard.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

ExpressVPN

Founded

2009

Country

British Virgin Islands

Website

www.expressvpn.com

Product Features

Network Security

Access Control Yes 
Analytics / Reporting No 
Compliance Reporting No 
Firewalls Yes 
Internet Usage Monitoring No 
Intrusion Detection System No 
Threat Response No 
VPN Yes 
Vulnerability Scanning No 

Web Application Firewalls (WAF)

Access Control / Permissions Yes 
Alerts / Notifications No 
Automate and Orchestrate Security No 
Automated Attack Detection No 
DDoS Protection No 
Dashboard Yes 
IP Reputation Checking Yes 
Managed Rules Yes 
OWASP Protection Yes 
Reporting / Analytics Yes 
Secure App Delivery No 
Server Cloaking Yes 
Virtual Patching Yes 
Zero-Day Attack Prevention No 

Product Features

VPN

Anonymous Browsing Yes 
DNS Leak Protection No 
For Digital Security No 
For Financial Security No 
For Gaming No 
For Streaming No 
Kill Switch Yes 
Multi-Language No 
Multi-Protocol No 
Peer-to-Peer No 
Policy Management No 
Remote Access No 
Web Inspection No 
White Label No 

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