Download filter to block file uploads and downloads

Block Downloads From the Internet

With BrowseControl’s file download blocker you can prevent users from downloading files from the internet.

Improve Productivity & Security
Reduce the risk of malware, games, and other unwanted software being introduced to your network
Protect Sensitive Data
Prevent sensitive or confidential data from being transferred outside the organization
Reduce Bandwidth Use
Ensure that network bandwidth is utilized efficiently by preventing unnecessary downloads and uploads

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Why Block File Downloads?

Data Loss Prevention (DLP): Prevent employees from downloading confidential files and copying them to rogue USB devices.
Cybersecurity: Protect your endpoints and network by preventing the downloading of malicious software
Legal Liability: Prevent employees from using company resources to pirate copyrighted software
Bandwidth Efficiency: Prevent the downloading of large files such as videos and music that cause a significant strain on bandwidth
User Productivity: Prevent your users from downloading distracting video games and movies

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How to Prevent Data Loss With CurrentWare

Go beyond restricting downloads and uploads with advanced visibility and control over the computers in your network

Control Storage Devices

Control Storage Devices

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Block & Audit Storage Devices

Control who can use portable storage devices and set security policies to limit what devices are allowed. Monitor data transfers to removable media and network storage devices to ensure that your data security policies are being followed.

Cloud DLP

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Prevent Data Loss to Cloud Platforms

Protect sensitive data against the risks of cloud file sharing sites. Block cloud storage sites/apps, restrict uploads/downloads, and monitor file transfers for high-risk or anomalous activity.

Insider Threats

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Audit User Activity for Insider Threat Risks

Monitor employee computer usage for signs of insider threats. Track file transfers, web browsing, app use, and login/logout times for high-risk, anomalous, or inappropriate activity. Receive automated alerts straight to your inbox when specific events occur.

Block Data Transfers

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Block Data Transfers to Removable Media

Go beyond simply blocking unauthorized USB devices; ensure optimal data protection with your trusted devices, too. Block file transfers to portable storage devices based on file extension and file name.

Port Filtering

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Block High-Risk Network Ports

Block unused TCP/UDP ports to reduce the attack surface of your network. Improve data protection by mitigating the threat of data leakage over FTP, SFTP, IRC, and other high-risk network ports.

Block Risky Sites

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Block Risky Sites

BrowseControl’s web content category filtering database provides you with a convenient way to block millions of websites across over 100 URL categories. Easily block users from accessing social media, porn, games, known virus-infected websites, and more!