# Symantec Data Loss Prevention Reviews
**Vendor:** Broadcom  
**Category:** [Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/data-loss-prevention-dlp)  
**Average Rating:** 4.4/5.0  
**Total Reviews:** 149
## About Symantec Data Loss Prevention
Symantec’s Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solution discovers, monitors, and protects sensitive data wherever it goes – across cloud apps, endpoints, networks and data centers. With DLP, businesses are able to keep their data safe from accidental, negligent and malicious data loss by company insiders.



## Symantec Data Loss Prevention Pros & Cons
**What users like:**

- Users value the **comprehensive data protection** provided by Symantec DLP, ensuring security across endpoints, networks, and cloud. (1 reviews)
- Users appreciate the **ease of use** of Symantec Data Loss Prevention, enjoying its stable performance and effortless management. (1 reviews)
- Users value the **stable performance** of Symantec Data Loss Prevention, appreciating its effortless operation and reliability. (1 reviews)
- Users appreciate the **easy-to-use policy management** of Symantec Data Loss Prevention for its stability and effective rule combination. (1 reviews)
- Users value the **comprehensive data protection** provided by Symantec Data Loss Prevention for various environments. (1 reviews)
- Setup Ease (1 reviews)
- User Interface (1 reviews)

**What users dislike:**

- Users often face **complex configuration** challenges with Symantec Data Loss Prevention, leading to time-consuming management and deployment. (1 reviews)
- Users often face **high false positives** , necessitating extensive adjustments for effective operation of Symantec DLP. (1 reviews)
- Users report unsatisfactory **customer support** experiences with Symantec Data Loss Prevention, impacting their ability to resolve issues effectively. (1 reviews)


## Symantec Data Loss Prevention Discussions
  - [I have a subscription license for Network Monitor and Network Prevent for Web bundle. Is there a cross-grade SKU for me to move to Network Prevent for Web virtual appliance?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/licensing-37657434-a03a-448a-8445-78b9f35c0128) - 1 comment, 1 upvote
  - [I have a perpetual license for Network Prevent for Web. Is there a cross-grade SKU for me to move to Network Prevent for Web hardware appliance?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/licensing-f294d6d4-bed2-4f1a-bd06-3815d135f021) - 1 comment, 1 upvote
  - [Licensing](https://www.g2.com/discussions/licensing-4883ade6-ae98-4ca9-b574-6ba2ad6cd844) - 1 comment, 1 upvote
  - [What if I have 10,000 employees, but only want to buy Network Discover for 1,000 users. Can I do that?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/licensing-231dba6c-5111-40fd-8495-a60a01af53b2) - 1 comment, 1 upvote
  - [Licensing](https://www.g2.com/discussions/licensing-a2687c98-a134-44d1-9d78-537d6a12e699) - 1 comment, 1 upvote

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## Symantec Data Loss Prevention Features
**Administration**
- Data Management
- Incident Logs
- Reporting

**Compliance**
- Access Management
- At-Risk Analysis
- DLP Configuration
- Sensitive Data Compliance

**Governance**
- Access Control
- Compliance
- Data Visibility

**Administration**
- Database Management
- Deduplication 
- Backup
- API / integrations

**Security**
- Encryption
- Endpoint Intelligence
- Activity Monitoring
- Breach Detection

**Security **
- Multi-Factor Authentication
- Data Transport
- Data Types
- Security Tools

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