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Editorial Advisory Board

  • Professor Andrea M. Armani, University of Southern California
  • Ruti Ben-Shlomi, Ph.D., LightSolver
  • James Butler, Ph.D., Hamamatsu
  • Natalie Fardian-Melamed, Ph.D., Columbia University
  • Justin Sigley, Ph.D., AmeriCOM
  • Professor Birgit Stiller, Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light, and Leibniz University of Hannover
  • Professor Stephen Sweeney, University of Glasgow
  • Mohan Wang, Ph.D., University of Oxford
  • Professor Xuchen Wang, Harbin Engineering University
  • Professor Stefan Witte, Delft University of Technology

SafeLine: A Web Application Firewall for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses

In today’s digital world, cybersecurity is no longer optional, even for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Every day, cybercriminals launch attacks on companies of all sizes. Yet, while large corporations can invest millions in sophisticated security infrastructures, SMBs often struggle to find affordable and easy-to-use solutions—leaving them dangerously exposed.

SafeLine is a powerful yet cost-effective Web Application Firewall (WAF) designed to protect SMBs’ websites from cyber threats without requiring advanced technical expertise. Unlike traditional security solutions that are often expensive and difficult to configure, SafeLine is built to be simple, effective, and accessible to all businesses. Security is no longer a luxury reserved for the biggest players.

SafeLine Dashboard

Why SMBs Are at Risk

The digital economy has opened up tremendous opportunities for small businesses, allowing them to reach new customers and scale their operations. However, this also makes them prime targets for cyberattacks. Studies show that nearly 43% of cyberattacks are directed at small businesses, yet only 14% of SMBs have the necessary defenses in place. Many companies believe that because they are small, they are not a target—but hackers know that SMBs often lack proper security, making them easy victims.

A single cyberattack can have devastating consequences for a small business, including financial losses, loss of customer trust, operational disruptions, legal and compliance risks, etc.

With hackers using automated tools to scan and exploit vulnerabilities 24/7, even the smallest websites can become entry points for cybercriminals. That’s why every SMB needs a reliable security solution—but it must be one that is both affordable and easy to manage.

SafeLine: Powerful Security Made Simple for SMBs

Unlike traditional cybersecurity solutions designed for large enterprises, SafeLine was built with the needs of SMBs in mind. It eliminates the complexity and high costs that have historically prevented small businesses from adopting strong web security.

Key Features of SafeLine

1.Smart Threat Detection with Semantic Analysis Engine

Most security solutions rely on static rules and predefined attack patterns to detect threats. This will lead to high false positive rates and missed zero-day attacks. SafeLine, on the other hand, leverages its advanced Semantic Analysis Engine, which understands the context of web traffic rather than just looking for specific patterns. This intelligent approach improves detection accuracy, allowing SafeLine to block cyber threats without disrupting legitimate users.

Cyber Attacks Detected by SafeLine

2.No Technical Expertise Needed – Setup in Minutes

Many SMBs don’t have dedicated IT teams, let alone cybersecurity professionals. SafeLine is built to be incredibly user-friendly, with a simple setup and configuration process that anyone can follow. Businesses can deploy SafeLine within minutes and start protecting their websites immediately.

3.Protection Against a Wide Range of Cyber Threats

SafeLine safeguards SMBs against the most common and dangerous cyber threats, including SQL injection (SQLi), Cross-site scripting (XSS), HTTP Flood DDoS attacks, Malicious bot traffic, Zero-day vulnerabilities, etc.

4.No Performance Impact

Unlike some security solutions that slow down websites, SafeLine is optimized for speed, ensuring that security doesn’t come at the cost of user experience.

Cybersecurity Shouldn’t Be a Luxury – It’s a Necessity for SMBs

For too long, cybersecurity has been viewed as a high-end product only for large enterprises. SafeLine was built on the principle that security should be accessible to everyone. For users with no security budget, we offer a free Personal Edition with the same threat detection capabilities as the Pro Edition. The Lite Edition costs $10/month with more features, while the Pro Edition is $100/month. Users can choose the option that best fits your needs. Visit the SafeLine website to learn more: https://safepoint.cloud/landing/safeline

SafeLine Pricing Plans

Whether you run an e-commerce store, a startup, or a growing company, SafeLine provides the protection you need to operate safely in the digital world. Don’t wait until an attack happens—take control of your business’s security today.

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