Web Application and API Protection (WAAP)

Full Protection. Zero Effort.

A unified, fully managed Layer‑7 security platform combining Web Application Firewall (WAF), Web DDoS Protection, Bot Management and API Security for critical web apps and APIs.

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ONE PLATFORM FOR WEB APPS AND API SECURITY

Keep your web applications and APIs secure, available, and high-performing with adaptive, multi-layered protection that operates around the clock. Automated defenses and AI-powered real-time traffic monitoring help prevent disruptions, reduce risk, and minimize manual effort.

Clear visibility into security events, actionable insights, and streamlined compliance reporting help SOC teams investigate incidents more efficiently, reduce alert fatigue, and strengthen confidence in digital services.

The hidden threats behind the numbers

The digital threat is multifaceted, and effective defense is more important than ever

  • 40%

    of global internet traffic is
    caused
by unwanted “bad bots”.

  • 87%

    of all companies surveyed have been the
    victim of an API attack in the last 12 months.

  • #1

    Web DDoS attacks have overtaken

    ransomware in Europe.

“With Link11 we received a very personal approach, a very human relation. They have provided us with a reliable WAAP solution that just works.”
Borut Lape Sr. Cybersecurity Officer Quipu
„We wanted to expand our DDoS protection to protect ourselves from DDoS attacks and be future-proof. Link11 works with artificial intelligence and automation in DDoS defense and thus meets this challenge.”
Matthias Strobel CEO Bank-Verlag
“It’s just a highly advanced product. They have good support. And it’s been trouble-free and smooth sailing.”
Dobes Vandermeer Leader Developer Formative
“As we switched out traffic over, the support has been excellent. The team is super helpful. They’ve been extremely responsive whenever we’ve had a question or any kind of issue.”
Jeremy Kerr DevOps Engineer Scalable Press
Be always one step ahead

Security that keeps your business moving

  • Unified Solution for All WAAP Pillars

    A single platform that gives you one clear view and control point across all functions, making it easier to respond during an attack and reducing the time, cost, and effort needed to coordinate multiple vendors.

  • Precise Security

    Distinguish between legitimate and non-legitimate traffic with a system that is highly accurate. Detect attacks with greater confidence while minimizing disruption to real users.

  • Real-Time Traffic Monitoring with AI

    Stay in control with real-time visibility into all incoming traffic, including full HTTP/S request details. Detect threats, investigate attacks, and fine-tune security rules when needed. Benefit from the AI Management Dashboard to govern AI crawler activity and spot unusual traffic trends early.

  • Fully Managed Service

    Our fully managed solution, maintained by security experts around the clock, ensures your protection is always up to date—24/7, 365 days a year.

  • Deploys Anywhere

    Deploy Link11’s WAAP quickly across private, public, hybrid, multi-cloud, or on-prem environments to protect web apps, APIs, and mobile traffic. Secure applications without reworking your infrastructure and extend protection to mobile apps with Link11’s proprietary SDK technology.

  • Reduce shared platform risk

    Reduce shared-platform risk and give your teams stronger control over segregation, performance, and operational stability with a single-tenant infrastructure.

Complex attacks, complex requirements

Quipu, the IT service provider for the ProCredit Banking Group, was struggling to reliably fend off bot attacks using its cloud provider’s standard security features without disrupting legitimate users. With Link11’s customized web security solution, Quipu enhanced the protection of critical online services while also meeting regulatory requirements.

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Options for Self-Onboarding or a Fully Managed Service

Built for every scale. Get protected in minutes. Start today.

  • Self-Onboarding · Live in 30 min.
    Core
    For small teams and projects that need reliable performance without extra hassle.
    613 € /month
    plus VAT · Cancelable monthly
    490 € /month
    plus VAT · Cancelable monthly
    • 2
      domains*
    • 10
      ratelimit rules
    • 7
      -day logs
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  • Best Choice
    Self-Onboarding · Live in 30 min.
    Advanced
    For growing platforms with increasing data traffic and rising risks.
    988 € /month
    plus VAT · Cancelable monthly
    790 € /month
    plus VAT · Cancelable monthly
    • 5
      domains*
    • 50
      ratelimit rules
    • 14
      -day logs
    Learn more
  • Managed · Personal Onboarding
    Enterprise
    Enterprise-grade security for business-critical infrastrucutre where downtime is not tolerated.
    Customized
    Pricing based on your needs
    Customized
    Pricing based on your needs
    • ∞
      domains
    • ∞
      rules
    • Custom
      – up to 5 years
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FAQ

Everything you need to know about Web Application & API Protection (WAAP)

  • How is Link11 WAAP different from a traditional WAF?

    Unlike a standalone WAF, Link11 WAAP combines multiple layers of protection, including application security, DDoS defense, and bot mitigation, so teams can secure traffic more holistically.

  • Where can Link11 WAAP be deployed?

    Link11 WAAP runs on the customer’s cloud of choice, including Link11’s own network and major public cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, and GCP.

  • Is Link11 WAAP suitable for enterprise environments?

    Yes, Link11 WAAP is built for protecting business-critical services and microservices, which makes it suitable for enterprise use cases where availability, compliance, and control matter.

  • Does Link11 WAAP require major infrastructure changes?

    No, it deploys as a reverse proxy, so benign traffic continues to the origin while hostile traffic is blocked, making it easier to integrate into existing environments.

  • Why should European businesses choose Link11 WAAP?

    Link11 WAAP delivers enterprise-grade protection for web applications and APIs while ensuring data sovereignty. With infrastructure operated under European jurisdiction, organizations can strengthen security, support GDPR compliance, and retain full control over their data.