Stable version 9.2, released on June 3, 2024. Contains support for latest Squid 6.9 and Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, as well as updated Safe Browsing module.
Microsoft Azure Recommended
Run the instance of Web Safety in Microsoft Azure. The installation tutorial explains several simple steps to get up and running in minutes. Both BYOL and PAYG licensing schemes are supported.
VMware vSphere Recommended
Easily deploy the Web Safety web filter on-premises in VMware vSphere/ESXi. Download the ZIP archive, unpack OVA template from it and create a new virtual machine. Can also be deployed on VMware Workstation and VMware Fusion.
Amazon AWS
Deploy Web Safety web filter in Amazon AWS cloud infrastructure with several mouse clicks. The installation tutorial explains all the steps that need to be taken. Be up and running in several minutes.
Microsoft Hyper-V
Same virtual machine is available as preconfigured Microsoft Hyper-V virtual appliance. Download the archive, unpack it and import into Hyper-V Manager. Runs perfectly on Windows Server 2019+ and on Windows 10+.
Need to install on real hardware? Not a problem at all. Easy to follow installation steps for Ubuntu 22.04 are available in the Administrator's Guide.
How to Use Virtual Appliance
See it in action in several minutes.
Deploy
Deploy a virtual machine in Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure or on-premises in VMware ESXi/vSphere, VMware Workstation, Fusion or Microsoft Hyper-V. Check the network settings of the virtual appliance and boot it up.
Surf
Point your browser to IP address of virtual machine (port 3128). Surf to your favorite web sites. See how filtering works in your all browsers, network devices, smartphones and tablets.
Manage
Adjust filtering rules, monitor browsing sessions and see traffic reports in administrator's console available at IP address of virtual machine (port 80/HTTP).