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Small to medium-sized website owners, bloggers, and developers who want robust security and improved performance for free.
Developers and DevOps teams that want a programmable edge platform with CDN, WAF
Developers and small-to-mid-size businesses that need a reliable, low-cost CDN f
Developers and small-to-mid size companies that want a high-performance, cost-efficient CDN with transparent pricing and no monthly minimums.
Site owners who want a managed website security service with fast human malware
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cloudflare's free CDN plan really free with no hidden requirements?
Yes, the free plan is permanently free with no credit card required. You get a global CDN, SSL certificate, DDoS protection, and DNS management at no cost.
Does using Cloudflare slow down my website due to extra DNS lookup?
No, Cloudflare typically speeds up your site by caching static assets and routing traffic through its optimized global network. Your DNS can even become faster if you switch your nameservers to Cloudflare.
Can I use Cloudflare with my current web host?
Yes, Cloudflare works independently of your web host. You just need to update your domain's nameservers to Cloudflare's, and it becomes a reverse proxy for your existing hosting setup.
What are the main limitations of the free plan compared to paid plans?
The free plan has limited cache rules (3), fewer Page Rules (1), no load balancing, and advanced DDoS protection is not available. You also miss out on features like image optimization and advanced bot management.
Does Cloudflare see my website's traffic data?
Yes, as a CDN and reverse proxy, Cloudflare processes traffic data to provide security and performance services. They share aggregated data publicly and have privacy policies, but your actual content is cached and protected.
Is Cloudflare suitable for an eCommerce site with dynamic content?
Yes, but the free plan may not provide significant speed gains if all your content is dynamic. You can still get DDoS protection and SSL, but for full dynamic content acceleration, paid services like Cloudflare APO or Argo might be needed.