Cyberattacks on websites are on the rise. At the same time, visitors expect lightning-fast loading times. Until now, you’ve had to choose between different tools for security and performance - or rely on US cloud services, which mean your data leaves the country.
With ShieldCache, we are introducing our in-house solution that combines both: enterprise-grade security and high-performance caching - developed and operated in Germany.
What is ShieldCache?
ShieldCache is our managed security and caching service, which acts as a protective shield for your website. The solution combines two tried-and-tested technologies:
- Varnish Cache - the industry standard for HTTP caching, which delivers your pages in milliseconds
- Web Application Firewall (WAF) - intelligent protection in line with the OWASP standard against all types of attacks
What makes it special: every request is first analysed by our security systems and then - if legitimate - delivered from the cache at lightning speed. Attackers are stopped, whilst genuine visitors experience your website faster than ever before.
The benefits at a glance
Comprehensive protection
ShieldCache protects your website on multiple levels:
- Web Application Firewall (WAF) - Blocks SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS) and other OWASP Top 10 attacks
- DDoS protection - Absorbs attacks before they reach your server
- Rate Limiting - Protects login areas and APIs from brute-force attacks
- Bot management - Distinguishes between beneficial bots (Google, Bing) and malicious crawlers
- Geo-blocking - Blocks access from specific countries where required
- Proactive Threat Intelligence - Premium feeds automatically block known malicious IPs
Noticeably faster loading times
Thanks to intelligent caching with Varnish, static and dynamic content is delivered directly from RAM:
- TTFB under 50ms - Time to First Byte significantly reduced
- Up to 95 per cent less server load - your origin server is significantly relieved
- Improved Core Web Vitals - Positive impact on your Google ranking
- Higher conversion rate - Faster pages = happier visitors
Made in Germany - 100% GDPR-compliant
Unlike with US providers, your data remains in Germany:
- Operations exclusively in German data centres
- No CLOUD Act, no data transfer to US authorities
- Contracts governed by German law
- Personal point of contact - no anonymous support
Who is ShieldCache suitable for?
ShieldCache is particularly suitable for:
- Corporate websites - protect your digital business card
- Online shops - Secure transactions and fast-loading product pages
- WordPress & WooCommerce - Optimised for the most popular CMS
- Web applications with a login area - Protection against credential stuffing
- API back-ends - Rate limiting and protection for your interfaces
- Agencies - Centralised protection for client projects
How to set it up
Integrating ShieldCache is straightforward and requires no changes to your existing hosting:
- Consultation - We analyse your requirements and configure ShieldCache
- DNS changeover - You simply update your domain’s DNS record
- Protection active - From now on, all traffic runs via ShieldCache
The switch is seamless - there’s no downtime. Your existing hosting remains unchanged.
What sets ShieldCache apart from other providers?
| ShieldCache | US provider | |
|---|---|---|
| Data centre | Germany | Worldwide (US company) |
| GDPR | Fully compliant | Legally disputed |
| Support | Personal contact | Ticket system / bot |
| Configuration | Tailored to your project | Standardised |
| Transparency | Clear pricing, no surprises | Complex pricing structure |
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to change my hosting provider?
No. ShieldCache is set up as a reverse proxy in front of your existing infrastructure. You simply change the DNS record - your hosting remains exactly as it is.
Does ShieldCache work with my CMS?
Yes. ShieldCache is compatible with WordPress, WooCommerce, Shopware, TYPO3, Joomla, Drupal and all other web applications.
How long does it take to set up?
Following the consultation, ShieldCache is usually up and running within 24 hours.
What happens if a legitimate visitor is blocked?
Our WAF is optimised to minimise false positives. Should this nevertheless occur, we can define specific exceptions. The error pages inform visitors in a friendly manner about the situation and provide contact details.
Discover ShieldCache now
Would you like to protect your website whilst speeding it up at the same time? We’d be happy to advise you, with no obligation, on the possibilities with ShieldCache.
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