1. [Home](https://www.g2.com/) 2. ... 3. [Cloud Management Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/cloud-management-platforms) 4. [FortiGate Cloud Discussions](https://www.g2.com/products/fortigate-cloud/discuss) [ ![FortiGate Cloud](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_d4178ed2f3caaa517a6238685dfc1239/fortigate-cloud.jpg "FortiGate Cloud") ](/products/fortigate-cloud/reviews) # FortiGate Cloud Discussions FortiGate Cloud is a cloud-based software-as-a-service platform designed to streamline the management, reporting, and analytics of FortiGate Next-Generation Firewalls and associated devices. It simplifies network operations by offering centralized configuration management, zero-touch provisioning, and comprehensive visibility into the security posture of small to medium-sized businesses. Key Features and Functionality: - Centralized Management: Provides a unified interface to manage FortiGate devices, FortiSwitches, FortiAPs, and FortiExtenders, allowing for efficient configuration, policy management, and firmware upgrades. - Zero-Touch Provisioning: Enables rapid deployment of devices without manual intervention, reducing setup time and potential configuration errors. - Security Analytics and Reporting: Offers real-time and historical views of network traffic, threats, applications, and system events, with logs stored in the cloud for up to one year. Pre-defined reports assist in compliance and provide actionable insights. - Multi-Tenancy Support: Facilitates management of multiple customers or business units through FortiCloud Organizations, ensuring data separation and privacy compliance. Primary Value and User Solutions: FortiGate Cloud addresses the complexities of network security management by offering a scalable, cloud-based solution that reduces the operational burden on IT teams. It enhances security posture through centralized policy enforcement and comprehensive visibility, enabling businesses to detect and mitigate threats effectively. By simplifying deployment and ongoing maintenance, FortiGate Cloud allows organizations to focus on their core operations while ensuring robust network security. ![FortiGate Cloud](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/large_detail/large_detail_d4178ed2f3caaa517a6238685dfc1239/fortigate-cloud.jpg "FortiGate Cloud") FortiGate Cloud Discussions Most CommentedMost HelpfulCommon QuestionsNewest Showing **1** discussion ![Pinned by G2 as a common question](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Pinned by G2 as a common question") G2 Pinned by G2 as a common question • about 3 years ago More Options - Share [![linkedin](/assets/social-logos/linkedin-afe65e46604a5bd5105ab9c856116204040b6b3f2b2d42562fc8071ca0c48ca0.svg "linkedin")](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&summary=What+is+FortiGate+Cloud+used+for%3F&title=What+is+FortiGate+Cloud+used+for%3F&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.g2.com%2Fdiscussions%2Fwhat-is-fortigate-cloud-used-for) [![twitter](/assets/social-logos/twitter-61aaec80434c71387b8f7326e480592eae71c0a65afd051d66fce9b75a9bf417.svg "twitter")](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=What+is+FortiGate+Cloud+used+for%3F&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.g2.com%2Fdiscussions%2Fwhat-is-fortigate-cloud-used-for&via=G2dotcom) [![facebook](/assets/social-logos/facebook-350d0b410d6b10debcf893050e803a8633d53561aa42807b087b8daf9be3668f.svg "facebook")](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.g2.com%2Fdiscussions%2Fwhat-is-fortigate-cloud-used-for) [![gmail](/assets/social-logos/gmail-6db42f21e7c254fae201b112bef0dd15d25223a5cbb32691ce80eab43761eadf.svg "gmail")](https://mail.google.com/mail/?view=cm&fs=1&tf=1&to=&su=What+is+FortiGate+Cloud+used+for%3F&body=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.g2.com%2Fdiscussions%2Fwhat-is-fortigate-cloud-used-for%0aWhat+is+FortiGate+Cloud+used+for%3F) [![mail](/assets/social-logos/mail-d55c53b04bf49872e40cd2443b85a99caa23394e6cf154ae32a9d08377c15d86.svg "mail")](mailto:?subject=What+is+FortiGate+Cloud+used+for%3F&body=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.g2.com%2Fdiscussions%2Fwhat-is-fortigate-cloud-used-for%0aWhat+is+FortiGate+Cloud+used+for%3F) - Copy link - [ ## What is FortiGate Cloud used for? ](/discussions/what-is-fortigate-cloud-used-for) What is FortiGate Cloud used for? [ Cloud Management Platforms ](https://www.g2.com/tags/cloud-management-platforms) Show More (Upvote this discussion)\<0\>0\> (Downvote this discussion) 2 (2 Comments) Add a comment [ View discussion ](/discussions/what-is-fortigate-cloud-used-for) ## Browse by popular topics [Cloud Management Platforms](/products/fortigate-cloud/discuss?filters%5Btags%5D%5B%5D=cloud-management-platforms)