Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention vs Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention comparison

Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention vs. Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention

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Mindshare comparison

As of June 2026, in the Data Loss Prevention (DLP) category, the mindshare of Cloudflare One is 2.0%, up from 1.5% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is 4.8%, down from 9.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention is 6.2%, down from 14.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention	6.2%
Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention	4.8%
Cloudflare One	2.0%
Other	87.0%

Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

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Cobe Van Coller

Network Architect at IP Dimension

Cloud security has improved remote access and has reduced costs for smaller client sites

I have used Cloudflare One's Identity-Aware Proxy, and it is quite straightforward from what I have seen so far. The app registration on the Azure side integrates fully into Cloudflare, and I am very satisfied with that part because it is easy to set up. The integration of Cloudflare One's Secure Web Gateway and Zero Trust Network Access works without any issues. That part is pretty automatic, and if you complete the rest of the setup, it comes together by itself with no issues from my side. What makes it nice is that we can actually start replacing on-site firewalls at this stage for the smaller clients because it does not matter if they go to a coffee shop or work from home; they are still secured by the same connection. The hops get shorter and you get better latency. We have done testing to see if it is better. One thing that we did notice with our proof of concept with our current client is that they have people connecting from the UK. When they used their previous VPN solution, uploading CAD drawings and other files to the server took a long time. They mentioned that it is much quicker on Cloudflare One's solution. I definitely believe that is part of the improved performance, and I am satisfied with that as well. What is nice about Cloudflare One is that it makes the setup easier and also easier to train technicians to maintain it. Compared to legacy systems, we do not need to get fancy firewalls in place that are costly. That is definitely also a cost-saver with Cloudflare One.

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Madhukar Pandey

Senior Manager, Risk at LTFS

Quarantine workflows have shifted risk to business and provide strong PII protection across channels

Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention can be improved because the options nowadays involve the use of AI. The approach of Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is still very traditional, where I have to create the policy for each and everything. The AI component is missing in Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention, where based on user behavior analytics, it could give us suggestions. This type of improvement is needed in Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention. Additionally, the hardware costing goes up when it comes to Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention because it requires large resources in the implementation part. Not regarding the user interface, but nowadays other DLP solutions have come up with the CASB part and the SaaS platform they are providing. Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is still lagging there, and I have to rely on the on-premises setups. The management part has been difficult as I have to patch the servers, restart them, and regularly take backups. These are a few tedious things that I have to do while managing Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention. This part also needs to be improved in Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention.

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Rohit Jaiswar

Soc Anaylst at Softcell Technologies Limited

Integrated controls have reduced insider risk and now protect sensitive data across our workforce

One standout feature about Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention is the tight integration with Insider Risk Management and Defender XDR, as it gives much better context during investigations instead of treating DLP as an isolated alerting tool. We also use endpoint DLP heavily to control USB, copy, print, clipboard, and browser upload activity, which has been very effective for remote workforce security. The best features Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention offers include real-time policy enforcement, endpoint DLP, and deep integration with Microsoft 365 plus Defender XDR. We also heavily rely on sensitive information type detection, adaptive policy tips, and insider risk integration to investigate suspicious user behavior with proper context. Another standout feature is the ability to control USB copy, browser uploads, print clipboards, and cloud sharing actions directly from endpoint policies. The integration with Microsoft Defender 365 and Defender XDR helps our team in day-to-day operations because DLP alerts are automatically correlated with endpoint identity, email, and user activity telemetry, which helps the SOC investigate incidents much faster from a single workflow. The sensitive information type detection makes a difference compared to other tools we have used because it is more effective than many legacy DLP tools. It understands context, exact data patterns, document labeling, and Microsoft 365 native content, reducing false positives while improving detection accuracy. Another strong feature of Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention is auto-labeling and policy inheritance with Microsoft's Information Protection, which helps maintain protection even after files are shared or moved across workloads. We also value the user coaching or policy tip capability because it educates users in real time instead of only blocking actions, which reduces repeated DLP violations significantly.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"It's the endpoint exposition. We don't need to expose our VPN server to the internet and need a zero-test solution. I can apply some conditional access to the endpoint that's connecting to our network to check their security policies or the security condition of their workstation. Once the workstation is trying to connect to my internal network, then I would like to check the discrete condition of these endpoints that are trying to access my internal network. We created some conditional access. We have CrowdStrike, to check if the CrowdStrike is installed, to check if it's updated, and to check for Windows updates. We created some conditional policies to check it."

"Enables me to work from two locations."

"It is a stable solution."

"It will take the blow rather than our applications should an attack occur."

"Cloudflare Zero Trust Platform removes the risk of exposing the applications to the public."

"Cloudflare, in my opinion, was easy to implement."

"The capabilities of the software are strong enough for me to do what it's supposed to do. For me, we don't need to do a lot of configuration on our site. We just enable it and monitor it."

"Cloudflare DDoS is better than its competitors for its security, deployment, and scalability."

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"Forcepoint DLP has very good reporting whether it is at the gateway or it is the LP, and the product is user-friendly."

"The good side of the Forcepoint DLP is integrating with the end user behavior dynamically."

"Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention provides a greater sense of security regarding data leaving email accounts, particularly when emails contain secret files from employees."

"We appreciate the user-friendliness and ease of implementation of the Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention platform. The availability of the vendor support team is an added advantage."

"Forcepoint's technical support for the solution is excellent."

"Some good features are basically its UAV Analytics engine. And even fingerprinting is really good in Forcepoint."

"Forcepoint offers many policies that conform to global DLP best practices, including requirements specific to regions like the Middle East, Europe, etc. They have a policy database in their product. That feature is unique to Forcepoint. Their AI and fingerprinting are incredibly effective and robust. We have tested it multiple times. It always catches the correct data being leaked."

"The most valuable feature is security."

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"Because everything is on Microsoft and we use Azure, integration with the product is easier. That's the most important thing when you use many Microsoft products. It's easier to integrate everything in one place."

"The solution's IDM (Indexed Document Matching), EDM (Exact Data Matching), and DCM (Described Content Matching) features have been most effective in identifying and mitigating potential data leaks."

"Microsoft Purview has helped improve my company's ability to discover sensitive data, as most companies would say that they improved in the whole posture on this field."

"For Purview's natively integrated compliance across Azure, Dynamics 365, and Office 365, I would give it a 10 out of 10. It provides all the insights and information."

"Microsoft Purview's classification and policy controls impact users' productivity within my organization very positively, as it does not get in the way of their working."

"My favorite feature about Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention is actually quite simple: there's a handful of things that you do, you create a new batch, it'll give you a unique ID, you copy that unique ID, it's a URL, and then you can put that into a script that we wrote so we just paste that in our script and then it uses that URL to upload all of those mailboxes, and then we can use that to import."

"The policy customization feature is very useful, and we have successfully used the auto policy configuration."

"The solution's most valuable feature is the mature O365 DLP, which works with SharePoint and Teams."

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Cons

"The tool should provide on-premise versions. Currently, all versions are cloud-based."

"The free plan has limitations. For example, I can only set up three rules, and the application firewall is unavailable."

"The pricing is an area that can be improved. Pricing, as far as I recall, was the source of our problems."

"The response time for support must be reduced."

"For the topic of improvement, providing some training material is one of my suggestions."

"Our customers no longer use Cloudflare because its service is subpar."

"There are premium tier live service and lower tier live service, so we opted for the lower tier. But there is no medium tier where we pay a little extra and get a bit more service. So if that can be improved."

"I would like them to include a VPN feature to provide a secure connection to the data center."

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"I have worked with another DLP solution in and out, and I find that solution to be more stable than Forcepoint. With Forcepoint, I always need to check whether the policy is functional or not and whether my policy is getting synchronized on the detection server or not."

"The main challenge is the solution's high cost. Additionally, there is no discount for bulk purchases, making it difficult to get budget approvals."

"The ease of deployment wasn't as flexible as Digital Guardian."

"We want to be able to do data classification better in the product and reduce false positives, especially on data loss prevention."

"The reporting features, the real-time reporting, can be improved in Forcepoint. On the dashboard, we don't have a feature that shows real-time incidents. We have to schedule a report in the environment."

"Overall, Forcepoint support is not very good."

"The user-friendliness of the interface in formulating DLP policies could be improved. An example would be managing policies. It's a little daunting at first, and can be confusing, at times, when it comes to how to set things up and how to add policies. They could improve on that."

"Sometimes the agent has trouble communicating with the central management."

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"The tool's user interface and document fingerprinting have been very poor for my customers because uploading files manually can be problematic."

"The stability and reliability of Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention is great. Besides the weird timeframe where it takes a couple hours for a rule to sync and 24 hours to appear for someone, I don't really have an issue."

"Perhaps with the advent of AI, it can be enhanced, especially with organizations that handle and process huge amounts of data."

"The scalability, in terms of the portal, could be more user-friendly. Sometimes I have faced difficulties in identifying the options."

"It could cover more solutions and technologies."

"I would assess the stability and reliability of Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention as being flaky at times, where eDiscovery sometimes takes forever or doesn't bring the results we expect."

"Some main features are limited in comparison to other solutions."

"The amount of false positives and the hash issue we had have brought down the score for me."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is not that expensive."

"Cloudflare Zero Trust Platform's pricing is good."

"The pricing of the solution is cheap. The licensing cost is also very low. I rate the cost and pricing a three out of ten."

"The price tag is no longer $200,000, but rather $300,000 to $400,000. It's twice."

"The pricing is somewhere in the middle. I would rate the pricing a seven out of ten."

"The solution's pricing lacks transparency."

"The prices are slightly expensive."

"My company has to make yearly payments towards the licensing costs attached to the solution. There are no hidden charges apart from the licensing costs of the solution."

"The licensing of Forcepoint is quite straightforward. It's based on the number of users. The support fees are a separate cost."

"I rate the tool's pricing a six out of ten."

"The pricing is reasonable. That's why we went with Forcepoint. They were pretty competitive."

"The pricing is fine."

"Forcepoint DLP is a bit expensive."

"I can't comment on the cost, as a different department handles that."

"The pricing and licensing fees could be improved."

"From one to ten, where one is low, and ten is high, I rate the solution's pricing to be an eight."

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"I am satisfied with the tool's pricing."

"The cost works out to about $15 per user per month."

"Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention is part of a bundle and is not sold as a standalone product."

"The product has the best price-to-performance ratio."

"Though I am not a specialist, the tool is quite expensive."

"It's a little bit pricey compared to competitors, but it's not too high."

"The pricing is reasonable."

"If one is very cheap and ten is very expensive, I rate the price as one out of ten."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Construction Company

19%

Comms Service Provider

10%

Financial Services Firm

Manufacturing Company

Financial Services Firm

17%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Computer Software Company

Insurance Company

Financial Services Firm

15%

Computer Software Company

Manufacturing Company

Outsourcing Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	10
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	12

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	33
Midsize Enterprise	6
Large Enterprise	29

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	17
Midsize Enterprise	7
Large Enterprise	15

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention?

Need to bare server cost if you are going for on prem setup. License cost is negotiable.

What needs improvement with Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention?

Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention can be improved because the options nowadays involve the use of AI. The approach of F...

What is your primary use case for Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention?

My main use case for Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is that I have used it for all three channels: the endpoint, web...

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention?

The pricing for Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention was manageable for us because we already had Microsoft 365 and...

What needs improvement with Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention?

Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention can be improved as the endpoint DLP policy tuning can be complex in large envi...

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Also Known As

Cloudflare Area 1 Email Security, Cloudflare Bot Management, Cloudflare Gateway, Cloudflare Zero Trust Platform, Cloudflare DDoS, Cloudflare SASE & SSE Platform

Forcepoint DLP, Forcepoint Data Security Suite, Websense Data Security Suite

Microsoft Endpoint Data Loss Prevention, MS Endpoint DLP, Microsoft Endpoint DLP

Overview

Cloudflare One is a comprehensive platform for security, performance, and connectivity. It provides features like rate limiting, DDoS protection, and application access, tailored to enhance user experience while securing internet access and accelerating communications.

Designed to integrate security measures with ease of use and scalability, Cloudflare One offers a secure web gateway and zero trust network access. These features ensure seamless setup and operation, making connectivity reliable and protected. Users appreciate its integrated console, intuitive interface, and the ability to manage risk effectively. It offers straightforward deployment, improves latency, and boasts cost-effectiveness. While its onboarding process and documentation need enhancement, its value in content delivery and application shielding is notable. Despite challenges in integrating Cloudflare Access with existing VPNs and the need for better automation and support, it remains vital for DNS and infrastructure protection.

What features make Cloudflare One stand out?

Rate Limiting: Controls the traffic rate to prevent abuse.
DDoS Protection: Shields applications from distributed denial-of-service attacks.
Secure Web Gateway: Provides secure internet access with seamless operation.
Zero Trust Network Access: Ensures secure, application-based connectivity without relying on traditional VPNs.
Access for Connectivity: Facilitates access to internal applications securely.

What benefits should users look for in reviews?

Security: Robust measures for DNS and browsing protection.
Performance: Enhanced site accessibility and communication speed.
Cost-Effectiveness: Offers competitive pricing for its features.
Ease of Deployment: Straightforward and efficient setup process.

In industries like finance, retail, and technology, Cloudflare One is crucial for enabling secure remote access and protecting web applications against dynamic threats. It supports compliance access policies and enhances content delivery, playing a key role in safeguarding digital infrastructure.

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Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention (DLP) protects sensitive data everywhere it resides and moves, across endpoints, cloud apps, web, email, and on-premises environments. It delivers unified policies and centralized visibility to simplify compliance and prevent data breaches in real time.

With over 1,800 pre-defined templates, policies, and classifiers covering the regulatory requirements of 90+ countries and 160+ regions, Forcepoint DLP accelerates deployment and ensures precise protection of regulated and sensitive data.

Flexible deployment options let organizations protect data on-premises, in the cloud, or through a hybrid approach using the same unified console. Powered by AI-driven classification and Risk-Adaptive Protection (RAP), Forcepoint DLP reduces complexity, automates compliance, and safeguards data wherever work happens.

Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is equipped with advanced fingerprinting technology, optical character recognition, and a large library of predefined rules. Organizations gain comprehensive data visibility and effective policy enforcement, supported by dynamic user behavior analysis and compliance capabilities. Its intuitive interface and flexible deployment options position it as a top choice for data security, although it could improve in communication reliability and language support. Complex reporting, machine learning integration, and cross-platform compatibility require enhancements.

What are the key features of Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention?

Ease of Installation: Simplifies setup for quick deployment.
Extensive Templates: Provides a wide range of compliance templates.
Powerful Fingerprinting: Offers robust data protection through precise identification.
Detailed Reporting: Generates comprehensive data movement reports.
Customizable Rules: Allows tailored data protection policies.
Cloud Integration: Seamlessly connects to cloud environments.
Optical Character Recognition (OCR): Reads text in images for data security.
Risk Analysis: Assesses risks to enhance data protection strategies.

What benefits and ROI can users expect from reviews?

Data Protection: Safeguards sensitive information effectively.
Regulatory Compliance: Helps meet legal requirements like PCI.
Data Visibility: Provides clear insights into data movement.
Integrated Security: Works smoothly with existing security tools.
Behavior Analysis: Offers insights into end-user actions.

In industries like finance, legal, and healthcare, Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention is implemented to protect sensitive data such as credit card information and personal identification. It monitors and controls data on networks, endpoints, and cloud services, detecting unauthorized transfers through features like OCR and fingerprinting.

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Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention helps businesses protect sensitive data through robust compliance automation and seamless multi-platform integration, supporting environments like Office 365, Azure, iOS, Android, and macOS.

Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention focuses on identifying sensitive data and maintaining compliance through automation and integration with platforms such as Exchange email, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams. Auto-labeling, classification controls, and monitoring capabilities ensure secure data management, reducing insider threat response times by 25%. While praised for its capabilities, improvements in system integration, endpoint handling, and incident management are needed. Licensing costs and limited language support pose challenges. Usability can be enhanced through interface updates and better documentation. OCR and scalability enhancements could improve policy propagation speed. More end-user training examples would be beneficial.

What are the key features?

Sensitive Data Identification: Detects confidential information across environments.
Compliance Automation: Streamlines regulatory requirements adherence.
Multi-Platform Integration: Supports Office 365, Azure, iOS, Android, macOS seamlessly.
Auto-Labeling: Automatically categorizes sensitive data for protection.
Classification Controls: Provides robust data classification options.
Alerts and Monitoring: Enhances data security with proactive alerting.

What benefits should users evaluate?

Efficient Threat Response: Reduces insider threat response times by 25%.
Enhanced Data Governance: Simplifies managing data privacy and compliance.
Comprehensive Protection: Integrates with multiple platforms for wide coverage.

In industries such as finance, healthcare, and legal, Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention is crucial for safeguarding sensitive information due to strict compliance demands. It automates data classification and policy configurations, preventing accidental data leakage and ensuring security protocols align with regulatory standards.

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Sample Customers

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Alphawest, Betsson, Cellcom Israel Ltd., Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, Confartigianato Vicenza, EverBank, Finansbank, iGATE, Landa Digital Printing, Northern California Bank, Reliance Capital, Remosa, Toyota, Scavolini, Zim Integrated Shipping Services

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