No. 25 of 65 ·Internet Filtering Software

Cisco Secure Access

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Freedom report

Two barsScore 5.3

Free tierNo free tier on record
Open codeNo open-source code on record
Runs widely6 of 6 device platforms
DocumentedPlans, terms and facts published

Cisco Secure Access is ranked #25 of 65 in internet filtering software on Freedom251. It runs on Android, API, iOS, Linux, macOS, Web, Windows. There is no free plan. A free trial is offered.

Cisco Secure Access plans and pricing

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Cisco Secure Access subscription Not published Tiered pricing based on covered-user count and subscription term · standard terms of 12, 36, or 60 months · Essentials and Advantage packages cisco.com · 29 Sept 2026

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The record

What it does: Cisco Secure Access is a cloud-delivered Security Service Edge solution that protects access to internet, SaaS, and private applications.
Security capabilities: It combines ZTNA, Secure Web Gateway, CASB, Firewall as a Service, DNS security, Data Loss Prevention, Remote Browser Isolation, and digital experience monitoring.
CASB: CASB provides visibility and control over SaaS application use, including detection of unsanctioned applications.
Zero trust: ZTNA grants application-specific access using identity, device posture, and contextual policy, with access denied by default.
AI security: Secure Access provides visibility and controls for generative AI applications and AI agents to help identify shadow AI and reduce sensitive data exposure.
Management: A single cloud-managed console, unified client, centralized policy creation, and aggregated reporting are provided to simplify operations.
Identity providers: The data sheet names Active Directory, Azure AD, and Okta among supported SAML identity provider examples.
Platforms: Cisco Secure Client supports Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android; clientless browser-based ZTNA is also available.
Compliance: Cisco lists SOC 2 Type 2, CSA STAR, ISO 27001, ISO 27017, and ISO 27018 as certified; ISO 27701 is in process.
Support: Subscriptions include Software Support Enhanced, which provides 24x7 technical support, software updates, and onboarding assistance; Premium support is an upgrade option.
Trial: Cisco provides a Secure Access free trial, and says customers can purchase a subscription during the trial or contact their sales representative to request an extension.
Notable limits: Cisco Secure Access subscriptions are licensed per covered user, and the ordering guide says pricing varies by user count and subscription term.
Intended users: Cisco describes Secure Access for organizations securing users, devices, applications, and AI agents across office, home, and remote work settings.
Founded: 1984

Where it ranks on Freedom251

Best Internet Filtering Software in 2026#25 of 65
Best DNS Filtering Software in 2026#13 of 28
Best Browser Isolation Software in 2026#9 of 26
Best Data Loss Prevention Software in 2026#8 of 25
Best Cloud Access Security Broker Software in 2026#10 of 24
Best Forward Proxy Software in 2026#12 of 21
Best Security Service Edge Software in 2026#10 of 19

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Sources

umbrella.cisco.com/products/cloud-access-security-broker-c· checked 29 Sept 2026
cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/security/se· checked 29 Sept 2026
cisco.com/site/us/en/products/security/secure-acc· checked 29 Sept 2026
cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/security/se· checked 29 Sept 2026
cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/security/se· checked 29 Sept 2026
umbrella.cisco.com/products/dns-security-essentials-packag· checked 28 Sept 2026