What is Proofpoint Advanced Threat Protection?
Detect and stop advanced threats Prevent known and unknown threats with Advanced Threat Protection—even those that don't use malware—from reaching your people. Advanced Threat Protection is a security solution that defends against complex malware or hacking attacks that target sensitive data within an organization. Protect against advanced threats with the industry’s most robust email security platform and the most accurate view of the email threat landscape.
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91 Likeliness to Recommend
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100 Plan to Renew
83 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value
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Emotional Footprint Overview
- Product Experience:
- 93%
- Negotiation and Contract:
- 85%
- Conflict Resolution:
- 96%
- Strategy & Innovation:
- 95%
- Service Experience:
- 93%
Product scores listed below represent current data. This may be different from data contained in reports and awards, which express data as of their publication date.
+92 Net Emotional Footprint
The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.
How much do users love Proofpoint Advanced Threat Protection?
Pros
- Reliable
- Client Friendly Policies
- Acts with Integrity
- Continually Improving Product
How to read the Emotional Footprint
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While purchasing decisions shouldn't be based on emotion, it's valuable to know what kind of emotional response the vendor you're considering elicits from their users.
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Feature Ratings
O365 integration
Email Account Protection
Phishing Protection
Administrator Dashboard and Reporting
Malware Blocking
Anti-Spoofing Protection
Integration with Other Security Software
User Flagging of Suspicious Emails
Threat intelligence Information
Administrator Email Processing
Managed Services Offering
Vendor Capability Ratings
Vendor Support
Quality of Features
Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement
Ease of Implementation
Ease of Data Integration
Availability and Quality of Training
Breadth of Features
Business Value Created
Ease of IT Administration
Ease of Customization
Usability and Intuitiveness
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Proofpoint Advanced Threat Protection Reviews
Ravi K.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Manufacturing
- Involvement: IT Leader or Manager
Submitted Mar 2024
Great features, but the UI is spread out and $$
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Proofpoint Advanced Threat Protection from other similar products?
Proofpoint is a leader in the email protection space and continues to innovate and expand its portfolio of services.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
The URL rewrites and active click detection features have been incredibly useful for both admins and users.
What do you dislike most about this product?
There are multiple different web portals that admins must use, making infrequent management a pain as you try to remember what you can do in each portal.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Take advantage of the training and support team and only make custom changes when required
Pros
- Reliable
- Security Protects
- Helps Innovate
- Continually Improving Product
Cons
- Vendor's Interest First
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Christopher C.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Healthcare
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Mar 2024
Email security you can trust!
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Proofpoint Advanced Threat Protection from other similar products?
It seems to have less false positives.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Simply the engine behind being able to have the IOAs and continuing to pull them.
What do you dislike most about this product?
I HATE that there is like 18 different dashboards and pages. Would like for more info to be on one page.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Really go for it, and tune it and use it.
Pros
- Effective Service
- Caring
- Efficient Service
- Respectful
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SMARANIKA H.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: Initial Implementation
Submitted Feb 2024
Robust solution with a strong reputation
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Proofpoint Advanced Threat Protection from other similar products?
Proofpoint Email Protection is a popular email security solution known for its comprehensive features and strong threat detection capabilities. Strong Threat Detection: Leverages advanced techniques like machine learning and behavioral analysis to identify a wide range of email threats, including phishing, malware, and spam. Extensive Filtering Options: Offers granular control over email filtering based on sender reputation, keywords, content analysis, and custom rules. Data Loss Prevention (DLP): Protects sensitive data from exfiltration through content aware and contextual DLP policies.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Proofpoint Email Protection is a popular email security solution known for its comprehensive features and strong threat detection capabilities. Cloud-Based Delivery: Eliminates the need for on-premises hardware and offers scalability and easy deployment. Advanced Features: Includes features like sandboxing, URL defense, and encryption for enhanced protection.
What do you dislike most about this product?
Cost: Compared to some competitors, Proofpoint Email Protection can be more expensive, especially for larger organizations. User Interface: Some users find the user interface complex and challenging to navigate. Implementation Complexity: Setting up and configuring the solution can be complex, requiring technical expertise. False Positives: Extensive filtering might lead to false positives that require manual investigation, impacting efficiency. Limited Customization: While offering flexibility, advanced users might desire more in-depth customization options.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
Proofpoint Email Protection is a robust solution with a strong reputation for protecting against a wide range of email threats. However, its potential downsides, such as cost and user interface complexity, require careful consideration before making a decision.
Pros
- Efficient Service
- Caring
- Respectful
- Generous Negotitation
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