Protect your apps
Control which cloud applications users can access and how they interact with corporate data.
Secure every workspace. Anywhere your users work.
Easy, affordable protection for remote and hybrid teams—without adding complexity.
Workspace Protection overview
The perimeter no longer exists
The traditional network boundary has dissolved. Your workforce operates from homes, coffee shops, and shared spaces. Applications have moved to the cloud. Data flows across networks you don't control.
Employees switch between devices, access corporate apps through personal browsers, and share files across platforms. Each connection is a potential entry point.
Protecting this distributed environment requires a different approach. One that follows your users, not your firewall rules.
Four layers of protection
Workspace Protection secures your distributed workforce across applications, data, users, and external access points.
Protect your data
Prevent accidental uploads of sensitive information to unauthorized services.
Protect your workers
Block threats at the browser and network level before they reach endpoints.
Protect your guests
Extend secure access to contractors and partners without exposing your network.
What you get
Workspace Protection delivers an integrated solution that combines browser security, network access control, DNS filtering, and email monitoring. Each component works together through Sophos Central, providing unified visibility and policy enforcement across your distributed workforce.
Deploy protection that scales with your organization without adding infrastructure complexity.
Included capabilities
Four integrated components work together to protect your remote and hybrid workforce.
Sophos Protected Browser
Chromium-based browser that isolates web sessions and prevents data leakage. Enforces security policies without impacting user experience. Blocks malicious downloads and protects credentials from phishing.
Explore Protected Browser featuresZero Trust Network Access
Grant secure access to internal applications without VPN complexity. Verify users and devices before allowing connections. Segment access by application, not network.
Explore Zero Trust Network AccessDNS Protection
Block malicious domains and enforce acceptable use policies at the DNS layer. Works across all devices and locations. Prevents connections to known threat infrastructure.
Discover DNS Protection capabilitiesEmail Monitoring System
Detect unusual email behavior and potential account compromise. Identify internal threats and data exfiltration attempts. Complements existing email security.
Learn about Email MonitoringWhat you can do with Workspace Protection
Address critical security challenges facing distributed workforces without adding complexity.
Eliminate shadow IT
Gain visibility into cloud application usage and enforce access policies
Enable generative AI adoption
Allow productivity tools while preventing sensitive data uploads
Protect workers on the web
Block malicious sites and enforce safe browsing regardless of location
Prevent costly data mistakes
Stop accidental uploads of confidential information to unauthorized services
Protect your apps
Control access to SaaS applications based on user, device, and location
Secure guest access
Provide contractors and partners safe access without network exposure
Extend Synchronized Security
Share threat intelligence between endpoints, firewalls, and workspace components
Protect against breaches
Detect compromised accounts and unusual activity patterns early
Enhance email security
Monitor for account takeover and internal email threats
Complete protection across your IT environment
Workspace Protection complements your existing security infrastructure
Firewalls protect your network
Control traffic at the network boundary and enforce security policies for on-premises resources.
Sophos XGS Firewalls
Endpoints protect your devices
Stop malware, ransomware, and exploits on laptops, desktops, and servers.
Sophos Endpoint
Workspace protects everything else
Secure cloud applications, remote access, and web browsing beyond traditional boundaries.
Explore Workspace ProtectionSimple deployment, no infrastructure changes
Workspace Protection deploys as a cloud service without requiring appliances, network reconfiguration, or changes to your existing infrastructure.
- No backhauling — Traffic flows directly to cloud services without routing through your datacenter
- No decryption required — Inspect traffic without breaking SSL or introducing latency
- Simple deployment — Cloud-delivered service requires no appliances or complex setup
- Managed through Sophos Central — Unified dashboard for all security products
- Scales automatically — Add users without capacity planning or hardware purchases
Evaluate Workspace Protection for your organization
Connect with our team to discuss your specific security requirements and deployment needs.
Get expert guidance
Our team can help you assess whether Workspace Protection fits your security requirements and deployment model. We'll review your current infrastructure and recommend the right combination of components.
Workspace Protection works standalone or integrates with existing Sophos deployments for unified policy enforcement.
- Free technical consultation
- Custom deployment planning
- Flexible licensing options
How to buy
Flexible licensing
Workspace Protection is licensed per user and available as a standalone subscription or bundled with other Sophos products. Choose individual components or deploy the complete suite based on your requirements.
Available in 1-year and multi-year terms with volume discounts for larger deployments.
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