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Thijs de Zoete

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Thijs de Zoete is the founder of WAFPlanet and leads the editorial team in providing comprehensive, unbiased WAF reviews and comparisons.

With a background in security engineering and DevOps, Thijs understands the challenges mid-market companies face when evaluating and implementing web application firewalls.

The WAFPlanet team combines hands-on experience with major WAF providers to deliver practical advice that helps security teams make informed decisions.

Articles by Thijs de Zoete

Security News · · 8 min read

Thousands of Zero-Days Are About to Go Public. Is Your WAF Ready?

CVSS scores assume exploiting vulnerabilities requires human expertise. Anthropic's Mythos just produced thousands of working exploits for $2K each. Every "medium" in your backlog is now effectively a "high." Here's the data and what to do about it.

Comparisons · · 15 min read

6 Best Cloudflare WAF Alternatives in 2026 (Compared)

Cloudflare's free WAF is popular but not always the best fit. We compare 6 alternatives (AWS WAF, Sucuri, Imperva, Fastly, Wordfence, Akamai) on price, features, and protection quality to help you pick the right one.

Comparisons · · 18 min read

WAF Pricing Comparison 2026: Complete Cost Guide

A comprehensive breakdown of WAF pricing across major providers. Compare monthly costs, per-request fees, and hidden charges to find the most cost-effective WAF for your budget.

Tutorials · · 16 min read

WAF for WordPress: Complete Security Guide 2026

WordPress powers over 40% of the web and is a top target for attackers. This guide compares the best WAF solutions for WordPress, covering Cloudflare, Wordfence, and Sucuri in depth.

Comparatifs · · 12 min read

Cloudflare WAF vs AWS WAF : Lequel choisir en 2024 ?

Une comparaison complète de deux fournisseurs WAF leaders. Nous analysons les prix, les fonctionnalités, la facilité d'utilisation et les performances pour vous aider à faire le bon choix.

Platform Guides by Thijs de Zoete

Platform · WordPress

Best WAF for WordPress

Protect your WordPress site from hackers, bots, and malware. Compare endpoint firewalls like Wordfence, cloud WAFs like Cloudflare and Sucuri, and self-hosted options.

Platform · Serverless

Best WAF for Serverless

Protect your serverless applications on AWS Lambda, Google Cloud Functions, and Azure Functions. Compare cloud-native WAFs, edge protection, and API security platforms for serverless architectures.

Platform · On-Premises

Best WAF for On-Premises

Protect your on-premises infrastructure with WAF solutions that don't require cloud dependencies. Compare hardware appliances, software WAFs, and hybrid options for data centers and private networks.

Platform · Apache

Best WAF for Apache

Protect your Apache HTTP Server with the right WAF. Compare ModSecurity (originally built for Apache), cloud-based WAFs, and modern alternatives for securing your web applications.

Platform · Magento

Best WAF for Magento & Adobe Commerce

Protect your Magento or Adobe Commerce store from Magekart attacks, payment fraud, and platform-specific vulnerabilities with specialized WAF solutions.

Platform · Docker

Best WAF for Docker

Secure your Docker containers with the right WAF solution. Compare containerized WAFs, sidecar deployments, and cloud-based options for Docker, Docker Compose, and Docker Swarm.

Platform · NGINX

Best WAF for NGINX

Protect your NGINX deployment with the right WAF. Compare ModSecurity, F5 NGINX App Protect, BunkerWeb, and cloud-based options for reverse proxy and load balancer security.

Platform · Kubernetes

Best WAF for Kubernetes

Protect your Kubernetes workloads with container-native WAF solutions. Compare Ingress Controller WAFs, sidecar deployments, and cloud-native security platforms for EKS, GKE, and AKS.

Platform · Google Cloud

Best WAF for Google Cloud

Find the optimal WAF solution for Google Cloud Platform. Compare Cloud Armor and third-party options for GCE, GKE, and Cloud Run workloads.

Platform · Azure

Best WAF for Azure

Discover the best Web Application Firewall options for Microsoft Azure. Compare Azure WAF, third-party solutions, and hybrid deployments for Application Gateway, Front Door, and CDN.

Platform · AWS

Best WAF for AWS

Find the best Web Application Firewall for your AWS infrastructure. Compare native and third-party WAF solutions for CloudFront, ALB, API Gateway, and more.